A Spatially Resolved Thermodynamic Assessment of Geothermal Powered Multi-Effect Brackish Water Distillation in Texas

Brackish groundwater desalination is increasingly being considered as a means to supplement drinking water in regions facing scarce freshwater supplies. Desalination is more energy intensive and expensive than traditional freshwater sources. One method of offsetting carbon emissions is to pair desal...

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Main Authors: Catherine I. Birney, Michael C. Jones, Michael E. Webber
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-04-01
Series:Resources
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9276/8/2/65