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Krafla geothermal field – 50 MW power expansion
- Author: United Nations
- Main Title: Application of the United Nations Framework Classification for Resources (UNFC) to Geothermal Energy Resources , pp 78-82
- Publication Date: January 2018
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.18356/b1d2adb9-en
- Language: English French, Russian
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The Krafla region in north-east Iceland, located on the North Atlantic Rift Zone, has long been known for its volcanic and geothermal activity. The first geothermal research study of the area was conducted in 1969. Aeromagnetic maps were produced and the geothermal system was estimated to be at 200–300°C. During 1971 and 1972, resistivity surveying was conducted and the first two exploration wells were subsequently drilled in 1974. The decision to build a 60 MW power plant was made that same year and construction started in 1975. Concurrently the 1975–1984 Krafla volcanic episode (Krafla Fires) started.
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ISBN (PDF):
9789213627198
Book DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18356/1fc73241-en
Related Subject(s):
Natural Resources Water and Energy
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