| Title | U.S. Renewable Energy Technical Potentials: A GIS-Based Analysis |
| Description | This report presents the state-level results of a spatial analysis effort calculating energy technical potential, reported in square kilometers of available land, megawatts of capacity, and gigawatt-hours of generation, for six different renewable technologies. For this analysis, the system specific power density (or equivalent), efficiency (capacity factor), and land-use constraints were identified for each technology using independent research, published research, and professional contacts. This report also presents technical potential findings from previous reports. |
| File Name | |
| Product Type | Report/Plans |
| URL |
http://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy12osti/51946.pdf
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| Num of Pages | 40 |
| Document Size | PDF 2.7 MB |
| First Received | 10/16/2012 10:21:12 AM |
| Program Name | Energy Analysis |
| Keywords | renewable energy resources; energy technical potential; development potential; United States; spatial analysis; solar power; photovoltaics; PV; concentrating solar power; CSP; wind power; biopower; hydrothermal power; geothermal power; hydropower |
| Print Date | 7/19/2012 12:00:00 AM |
| Product ID | 5950 |
