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What makes a site good for geothermal electricity development? RegSenseU.S. Department of Energy (DOE)Geothermal EnergyRenewable and Alternative EnergyBest ResultsCAA ComplianceFAQEnvironmentalRenewable and Alternative EnergyCWA ComplianceEnglishFocus AreaUSA
Elements that indicate a site may be suitable for geothermal electricity development include:Hot subsurface geothermal fluid with low mineral and gas content,Shallow aquifers for producing and reinjecting the fluid,A location eligible for permitting, andProximity to existing transmission lines or load.Geothermal fluid temperature should be at least 300°F (149°C), although plants can operate on fluid temperatures as low as 210°F (99°C).['Renewable and Alternative Energy']['Geothermal Energy', 'Renewable and Alternative Energy']