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Thermoelectric plantSite Type

A facility that uses water in the generation of electricity from heat. Typically turbine generators are driven by steam. The heat may be caused by various means, including combustion, nuclear reactions, and geothermal processes.

Term

thermoelectricPlant

Category

Facility Sites

Provenance

Adapted from USGS Site Types.

Provenance Uri

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Note

http://wdr.water.usgs.gov/nwisgmap/help/sitetype.html