Impact of geochemistry on the operational response of advanced geothermal energy storage systems

Key Points

• Geochemistry significantly influences the thermodynamic properties of geothermal energy systems, affecting their efficiency.
• Key evidence shows that alterations in mineral interactions can lead to up to a 30% variance in energy storage capacity.
• Observational analysis evaluated various geothermal energy storage systems to ascertain the impact of geochemical characteristics.
• Findings highlight the necessity for further exploration of geochemistry to enhance geothermal energy system designs and effectiveness.