Energy Storage in Aquifers: A Survey of Recent Theoretical Studies

摘要

The disparity between energy production and demand has led to increased research into the use of aquifers for the long-term, large-scale storage of thermal energy. Currently, there are several field experiments and feasibility studies under way in which the technical, economic, and environmental aspects of aquifer storage are being researched. Recent theoretical efforts in aquifer storage research and the impact their results may have on these field projects are reviewed. Major work is highlighted according to three categories: (1) semianalytic studies, (2) numerical modeling studies, and (3) site-specific studies. (ERA citation 05:032338)