Application of InSAR to the Monitoring and Mitigation of Surface Subsidence from Increased Geothermal Development in the Imperial Valley
Summary
SCH Number
2006028353
Public Agency
California Energy Commission
Document Title
Application of InSAR to the Monitoring and Mitigation of Surface Subsidence from Increased Geothermal Development in the Imperial Valley
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
2/27/2006
Document Description
This proposal will evaluate the ability to use former (ERS-1 and ERS-2), current (RADARSAT and ENVISAT) and future (ALOS) satellite data, as well as an airborne system, to map surface elevation changes in the vicinity of power production sites in the Imperial Valley. It is anticipated that the current installed capacity of 500 MW in the Imperial Valley will increase over the next decade to an additional 2,000 to 3,000 MW. This increase in geothermal energy production must remain compatible with the present agricultural industry uses of the valley floor and the delicate balance involved in continuing the salt leaching technology. InSAR may provide a cost-effective technique for monitoring surface movement in this region, and provide the technical data necessary for the design of any needed mitigation strategies.
Contact Information
Name
William Glassley
Agency Name
California Energy Commission
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
San Diego
Counties
Imperial
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Other
Type, Section or Code
Common Sense Exemp. 15061 (b)(3)
Reasons for Exemption
All activities involve synthesis and analysis of remotely sensed data obtained from satellites and aircraft. No environmental impact will result. This effort does not constitute a "Project" under CEQA definitions.
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