Salton Sea solar pond projectThe feasibility of constructing salt gradient solar ponds within the Salton Sea is being studied. These ponds would serve a dual purpose: (1) become a depository for unwanted salt and (2) supply thermal energy for driving turbine electric power systems. Under present circumstances, the rise in salinity is expected to eliminate fish life and create other unfavorable conditions. The proposed concept would have a power generation potential of 600 MWe.
Document ID
19800064192
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
French, R. L. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Meitlis, I. (Southern California Edison Co. Rosemead, Calif., United States)