Presented by: Yongjian Gu, Ph.D., P.E. – United States Merchant Marine Academy
Dr. Gu will present a general description of geothermal energy and its application. Engineering aspects of typical geothermal systems including piping loop variations, chiller & heat pump utilization, cogeneration-electricity production benefits will all be discussed. This seminar will be an in-depth review of the theoretical concepts behind the technology, as well as performance parameters & cost of geothermal energy for power production/cogeneration.