Applied R & D projects are sought; they must address the challenges associated with the continued operation of geothermal energy in California by refining reservoir management techniques and improving the efficiency of geothermal generation.
Funded Activities Include:
- Develop advanced technologies and tools to improve geothermal subsurface operations
- Research improvements to the techniques and modeling tools needed for reservoir management
- Develop advanced system designs and components, including integration of thermal or other energy storage technologies
- Develop advanced materials, methods and strategies that:
- Reduce and control system scaling, corrosion, and wear
- Lower the cost of well construction in challenging geothermal environments
Solicitation Files. (PDF, MS Word, MS Excel files)
Deadline to submit applications: July 22, 2014, by 3:00 PM
