TIG 7 - Direct Use

Co-Leaders: Klaus Regenauer-Lieb, (CSIRO / U WA) and Donald Payne, EnergyCore

Scope

Direct use geothermal applications includes both circulating hot water & geothermal heat pumps.
Direct Use geothermal is a highly desirable substitute for electricity use due to:

  • Widespread occurrence
  • Shallow depths (i.e. lower cost)
  • High efficiency (no energy conversion)
  • Conventional plant and equipment utilised
  • Relatively easy to set up
  • Can be small to industrial scale

List of sub-TIG Topics
  • Circulating Hot Water
  • Geothermal Heat Pumps

Geothermal Heating and Cooling in Australia - Geothermal HVAC

Position Paper: Direct Use Geothermal Applications DRAFT