Ocean thermal gradient

Ocean thermal gradient
(OTG)
  Temperature differences between deep and surface water. Deep water is likely to be 25 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit colder. The term also refers to experimental technology that could use the temperature differences as a means to produce energy.
  California Energy Comission. Dictionary of Energy Terms

Energy terms . 2014.

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