Blind geothermal system exploration in active volcanic environments; multi-phase geophysical and geochemical surveys in overt and subtle volcanic systems, Hawaii and Maui
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2010-05-19
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Ormat Technologies Inc.
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This project targets a ‘blind’ volcanic system on the southwest flank of Maui, Hawai’i –unconventional due to volcanic dormancy and lack of surface thermal manifestation. Assessing unconventional targets requires re-tooling the standard geothermal exploration kit and adding in new tools. Our research will do the following:
• Provide a benchmark for exploration of other ‘blind’, dormant volcanic systems
• Validate gravimetry and aeromagnetics for geothermal exploration in young, basaltic volcanic environments
• Demonstrate use of CO2, isotope analysis and hyperspectral imaging in young, hot-spot volcanic systems for geothermal exploration
• Provide baseload energy for Maui island.
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geothermal exploration, Ulupalakua, Maui, Puna, Big Island, Hawaii, Geothermal resources--Hawaii--Hawaii Island, Geothermal resources--Hawaiʻi
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Martini B. 2010. Blind geothermal system exploration in active volcanic environments; multi-phase geophysical and geochemical surveys in overt and subtle volcanic systems, Hawaii and Maui. Reno (NV): Ormat Technologies Inc.
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16 pages
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