Lecture: Geothermal Systems and Their Exploitation
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Entry Fee
Members: Free
Visitors: £5.00
Date and Time
19:30 -
Location
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath BA1 2HN
Lecture Description
Geothermal systems come in two basic kinds, high and low enthalpy, which means basically with or without the capacity to generate significant quantities of steam. The former tend to give rise to the more spectacular surface manifestations, and are often exploited for their touristic or electricity-generating potential, but the latter are much more widespread, being generally used for spa or district heating purposes. The talk will cover how both types of system work, how their potential is assessed prior to possibly expensive drilling, and the various ways in which they are exploited; some being perhaps less obvious than others. There will be a brief review of the latest information we have on the age and origin of the thermal waters of Bath.
Attending via Zoom
This is a hybrid meeting: you can attend in person or join online via Zoom.
Bath Geological Society Members: Free of charge. Joining instructions and the Zoom link are sent to members by email prior to the lecture.
Visitors & Non-Members: (including members of the Geologists' Association and affiliated societies) Please book via Eventbrite to receive Zoom access (see the Entry Fee details above).
How to join: Click the Zoom link provided in your email or Eventbrite confirmation. You can join using the Zoom desktop or mobile app, or directly via your web browser without installing any software. The virtual waiting room opens approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled start time, and attendees will be admitted before the talk commences.
For any queries about joining online, please contact [email protected].