Geothermal Energy
Scope & Guideline
Leading the way in geothermal energy research and applications.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Geothermal Resource Assessment:
Focuses on techniques and methodologies for evaluating geothermal resources, including geochemical, geophysical, and geological assessments to determine the potential and viability of geothermal sites. - Thermal and Hydraulic Modelling:
Involves the development and application of advanced modeling techniques to simulate heat transfer and fluid flow in geothermal reservoirs, enhancing the understanding of resource behavior under different exploitation scenarios. - Borehole Heat Exchanger Systems:
Explores the design, optimization, and performance assessment of borehole heat exchangers, an essential component in geothermal heating and cooling systems. - Sustainable Geothermal Development:
Investigates the economic, environmental, and social aspects of geothermal energy production, promoting practices that ensure sustainable and responsible utilization of geothermal resources. - Innovative Technologies and Materials:
Examines new technologies and materials that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of geothermal systems, including advancements in drilling techniques, heat exchange materials, and energy storage methods. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Encourages collaboration across various scientific disciplines, integrating geology, engineering, environmental science, and economics to foster comprehensive geothermal research.
Trending and Emerging
- Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS):
A growing interest in EGS reflects the need for advanced technologies to exploit geothermal energy in areas previously considered non-viable, focusing on methods to enhance permeability and heat exchange in deep geological formations. - Integration of Machine Learning and AI:
The application of machine learning and artificial intelligence in geothermal studies is on the rise, with researchers exploring predictive modeling, optimization of resource management, and real-time data analysis for improved geothermal system performance. - Geothermal Energy Storage Solutions:
Research on thermal energy storage, particularly aquifer thermal energy storage (ATES) and other innovative storage technologies, is trending as a means to enhance the viability and efficiency of geothermal energy systems. - Environmental Impact Assessments:
There is an increasing emphasis on assessing the environmental impacts of geothermal projects, including studies on groundwater interactions, induced seismicity, and ecological effects, reflecting a broader commitment to sustainable energy practices. - Multi-Objective Optimization in Geothermal Systems:
Recent publications emphasize multi-objective optimization techniques to balance economic, environmental, and technical factors in the design and operation of geothermal systems, highlighting the complexity and interdependence of these considerations.
Declining or Waning
- Conventional Geothermal Exploration Techniques:
Traditional exploration methods, such as basic geophysical surveys or simple temperature gradient studies, appear to be less frequently published as researchers increasingly adopt more sophisticated and integrated approaches. - Low-Temperature Geothermal Applications:
Research focusing on low-temperature geothermal applications has decreased, possibly due to a broader interest in high-temperature resources and enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) that offer greater energy outputs. - Historical Case Studies:
The publication of historical case studies on geothermal projects has diminished, suggesting that the field is moving towards more forward-looking research and innovative solutions rather than retrospective analysis. - Basic Mechanical and Physical Property Studies:
There is a noticeable decline in studies solely focused on the mechanical and physical properties of geothermal reservoir rocks, as the journal's emphasis shifts towards more applied research with direct implications for geothermal energy production.
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