Non-fossil fuel for Scott Base: A win-win situation

• Main Authors: Hume, D., Bodger, P.S.
• Format: Other/Unknown Material
• Language: English
• Published: University of Canterbury. Electrical and Computer Engineering. 2004
• Subjects: Fields of Research::290000 Engineering and Technology::290900 Electrical and Electronic Engineering::290901 Electrical engineering; Fields of Research::290000 Engineering and Technology::291100 Environmental Engineering::291103 Environmental engineering design; New Zealand; Scott Base; Antarc*; Antarctica; Antarctica New Zealand
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/10092/800

Antarctica New Zealand and the Electic Power Engineering Centre at the University of Canterbury are currently investigating future renewable energy alternatives for Scott Base. The aims are to investigate the current energy requirements, and then conduct a feasibility study on the suitability of alternative energy systems, including wind and solar energy. The overall goal is to reduce the quantity and dependency of fossil fuels and their associated impact on the environment. This paper presents an initial outline of the various energy issues and provides a basis for identifying possible directions for future work.