Coupled thermo-hydro-mechanical-chemical processes in salt formations for storage applications

Rahim Habibi, Shokrollah Zare, Amin Asgari, Mrityunjay Singh and Saeed Mahmoodpour

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2023, vol. 188, issue C

Abstract: Salt formations are utilized to store hydrocarbons, hydrogen, compressed air, and nuclear waste disposal. The stability and integrity of these salt structures are crucial for ensuring environmental and operational safety. This is governed by the combined effect of Thermal-Hydraulic-Mechanical-Chemical (THMC) processes. It is necessary to classify the phenomena involved in each process and identify the parameters that significantly influence them to comprehend the coupled mechanisms. While field operations provide valuable insights, they must offer detailed knowledge of the coupled processes. Analytical and numerical methods are essential to adequately describe THMC processes and bridge this knowledge gap. This study presents the coupled THMC processes in energy storage stage, gas storage, and waste disposal in salt caverns. The objective is to identify the key parameters associated with each process. Additionally, the study investigates available codes and software that simulate these processes and phenomena. Their advantages and drawbacks are discussed. The outcome of this study will help to design a comprehensive framework that integrates software and codes, lab experiments, and field investigations. This framework will facilitate the enhancement of environmental and operational safety measures.

Keywords: Hydrogen storage; Energy storage; Salt caverns; THMC processes; Nuclear waste disposal (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rser.2023.113812

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