Methodology and Criteria for Siting Energy Plants in Idaho.

摘要

A review is presented of energy plant siting criteria,methodologies,guidelines and programs that are being considered in this country. A preliminary screening approach for siting energy plants in Idaho is presented and a detailed hierarchal classification system for siting criteria was developed. Methodology for using the criteria is suggested. Experience of a workshop trying to identify problems of implementing a ranking and rating for siting energy plants in the general situation for Idaho is reported. A brief analysis is presented on the needs for regulations and legislation to implement a future program of evaluation that would benefit utilities,the planning agencies,and the regulatory agencies operating within Idaho.