Subsurface Energy Storage

Subsurface energy storage involves storing energy in geological formations beneath the Earth’s surface.

This method is crucial for transitioning to low-carbon energy systems and managing energy supply and demand fluctuations.

During periods of high installation or low consumption of renewable energy supplies from wind, solar or hydrogen, subsurface storage solutions may provide the key to effective energy storage.

In partnership with the Institute of GeoEnergy Engineering (IGE) researchers are studying pore-scale processes, leakage mechanisms and energy flow and transport to ascertain the safety and efficiency of subsurface storage methods.