In this book, first published in 1965, the authors identify the technological opportunities and costs of water recirculation and water quality adjustment in thermal plants, relating them to the possibilities for minimal expenditure and maximum efficiency in the use of water for servicing an entire region with thermal power. Water Demand for Steam Electric Generation will be of interest to students of environmental studies.

Paul H. Gootner, George O. G. Löf

Preface; 1. Introduction 2. The Nature of Water Use by Steam Electric Utilities 3. The Supply Curve for Thermal Efficiency 4. The Demand Curve for Thermal Efficiency 5. Average Thermal Efficiency 6. The Economics of Water Use