New technology reveals hidden aquifer properties for efficient energy storage.
Researchers used a method called electrical resistivity tomography to monitor the movement of heat in an underground water storage system. They found that this method can accurately show how the heat spreads in the water and can reveal differences in the water's properties that are not visible with traditional measurements. By comparing their results to direct temperature measurements, they confirmed the accuracy of their technique. This study shows that electrical resistivity tomography can be a valuable tool for monitoring and managing underground heat storage systems.