Ocean thermal energy conversion power plant

Abstract

An offshore power generation structure comprising a submerged portion having a first deck portion comprising an integral multi-stage evaporator system, a second deck portion comprising an integral multi-stage condensing system, a third deck portion housing power generation equipment, cold water pipe; and a cold water pipe connection.

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technical field [0001] The present disclosure relates to an ocean thermal energy conversion power station, and more particularly to a floating, minimum heave platform, multi-stage heat engine ocean thermal energy conversion power station. Background technique [0002] Global energy consumption and demand has been growing at an exponential rate. Demand in this area is expected to continue to rise, especially in developing countries in Asia and Latin America. At the same time, the decline of traditional energy resources, namely fossil fuels, is accelerating and the cost of extracting them continues to rise. Environmental and regulatory concerns are exacerbating the problem. [0003] Renewable energy related to the sun is an alternative energy resource that can provide part of the solution to growing energy demands. Solar-related renewable energy is attractive because, unlike fossil fuels, uranium, or even thermal "green" energy, there is little or no climate risk associated...

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Such discharges may have positive or negative impacts on the marine environment near OTEC power plants, possibly impacting fish stocks and coral reef systems downstream of OTEC discharges

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