Project
Technologies for geothermal to enhance competitiveness in smart and flexible operation
H2020 · GeoSmart
Project introduction
GeoSmart (2019–2024) worked to improve the operational flexibility and efficiency of geothermal heat and power systems, so plants can better respond to demand fluctuations and support integration of variable renewables. Work covered thermal energy storage, hybrid cooling, flexible ORC operation and scaling reduction, with demonstrations at Insheim (Germany) and Kızıldere (Turkey).
Flowphys contribution
Reaction kinetics and device models; process optimisation of a scaling reduction system with heat exchanger, scaling reactor and inhibitor injection; 3D LES CFD of scaling reactor and retention tank; thermal energy storage models including dual-media thermocline, phase-change material and steam accumulator.