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Thursday, August 8, 2013

USA, California:

Geothermal Interest Heats Up in Modoc County (Herald and News)

Modoc County’s geothermal potential has been known for centuries but, aside from some commercial applications in Canby and Surprise Valley, little realized.

Researchers with the University of California Davis’ California Geothermal Energy Collaborative and geology department want to learn more about how the county’s nascent geothermal energy can be used.

As part of the learning process, the UC Davis Geology Department and California Geothermal Energy Collaborative will conduct a public meeting from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Alturas City Hall. During the session, Glassley said he and others will discuss what is known about Modoc County’s geothermal resource, provide information on recent research, discuss ways potential resources might be developed and answer audience questions.

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