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Subsurface Hydrogen Storage and Generation

Fundamentals, Modeling, and Applications

  • 1st Edition - November 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Esuru Rita Okoroafor, Anthony Kovsek, Qingwang Yuan, Abubakar Isah
  • Language: English

Subsurface Hydrogen Storage and Generation: Fundamentals, Modeling, and Applications explores the complexities of hydrogen storage and generation in subsurface environments, provid… Read more

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Description

Subsurface Hydrogen Storage and Generation: Fundamentals, Modeling, and Applications explores the complexities of hydrogen storage and generation in subsurface environments, providing valuable insights into reservoir engineering aspects and numerical simulation techniques. The book progresses seamlessly from introducing fundamental concepts of hydrogen in energy storage and generation to exploring advanced topics such as hydrogen sources and conversion technologies. It delves into subsurface hydrogen storage options, including capacity estimation and storage system design, discusses hydrogen injection techniques, pressure build-up considerations, and production estimation in subsurface environments, addressing losses and providing site selection guidance.

The book culminates in a thorough examination of geological hydrogen resource assessment, flow prediction models, and enhanced production techniques, offering a comprehensive understanding of hydrogen utilization in diverse settings. The comprehensive examination includes geological resource assessment and production techniques for diverse settings. This valuable text delivers critical content in a structured format featuring principles, methods, examples, and applications for better comprehension.

Key features

  • Evaluates various subsurface hydrogen storage options
  • Applies analytical equations tailored for understanding subsurface hydrogen behavior
  • Utilizes worked examples and real-world case studies
  • Presents site selection criteria for hydrogen storage, empowering users to make informed decisions
  • Includes many definitions, key concepts, chapter summaries, learning objectives, and practical exercises designed to enhance understanding

Readership

University undergraduate seniors, graduate students, and industry professionals in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, and geosciences seeking detailed technical knowledge and practical guidance on hydrogen storage and production in the subsurface

Table of contents

PART 1: INTRODUCTION TO SUBSURFACE HYDROGEN

1. Introductory Concepts Related to Hydrogen in the Subsurface

PART 2: SUBSURFACE HYDROGEN STORAGE

3. Subsurface Hydrogen Storage Options

4. Subsurface Hydrogen Capacity Estimation and Storage System Design

5. Subsurface Hydrogen Injection and Pressure Buildup

6. Subsurface Hydrogen Production Estimation

7. Losses Associated with Subsurface Hydrogen Storage

8. Site Selection Criteria for Subsurface Hydrogen Storage

PART 3: HYDROGEN GENERATION

9. Geological Hydrogen Resource Assessment

10. Geological Hydrogen Flow Prediction

11. Stimulated Geological Hydrogen

12. Hydrogen from Biodegradation

PART 4: NUMERICAL SIMULATION OF HYDROGEN IN THE SUBSURFACE

13. Numerical Modelling of Subsurface Hydrogen Storage

14. Numerical Modelling of Geological Hydrogen

15. The Levelized Cost of Hydrogen

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the authors

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Esuru Rita Okoroafor

Dr. Esuru Rita Okoroafor is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, specializing in applying oil and gas techniques to low-carbon energy technologies. She earned her Ph.D. in Energy Resources Engineering from Stanford University and was a Principal Reservoir Engineer at SLB for 13 years. Her research focuses on decarbonization, including geothermal engineering and hydrogen generation. She is a PI for a US-DOE project on hydrogen management. Dr. Okoroafor has received prestigious awards for her research excellence and has been recognized for her contributions to SPE and Geothermal Rising. She serves on technical committees for key conferences and is a member of the National Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine's Committee of Earth Resources. She serves as an Editorial Review Board Member and technical reviewer for various journals.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Texas A&M University, USA

AK

Anthony Kovsek

Dr. Tony Kovscek is a Professor of Energy Science & Engineering and an Affiliate at the Precourt Institute for Energy at Stanford University. Before joining the faculty at Stanford in 1996, he worked at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and a B.S. from the University of Washington. Both degrees are in Chemical Engineering. Dr. Kovscek has published over 380 papers garnering over 12,000 citations and serves on over 30 industry Boards and Advisory Committees.

Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Energy Science and Engineering and an Affiliate, Precourt Institute for Energy, Stanford University, USA

QY

Qingwang Yuan

Qingwang Yuan, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University, specializing in carbon-zero, carbon-free, and carbon-negative hydrogen production from the Earth's subsurface to drive the energy transition. With a focus on transforming the petroleum industry into a hydrogen supplier, his innovative research aims to reduce clean hydrogen costs, eliminate carbon emissions, and reshape the future of energy industries. Dr. Yuan's expertise includes in-situ hydrogen generation from petroleum reservoirs, natural and stimulated hydrogen production, and geo-hydrogen production with CO2 sequestration. He holds a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Calgary, M.Sc. in Oil and Gas Production Engineering, and B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering from China University of Petroleum, along with a B.B.A. in Business Administration. Recognized as the 2024 Emerging Inventor of the Year for his work in carbon-neutral hydrogen production, Dr. Yuan's research publications have significantly contributed to the field, with 1269 citations.

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Texas Tech University, USA

AI

Abubakar Isah

Dr. Abubakar Isah Is a PostDoc Researcher at Texas A&M University. He holds a PhD and MS from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. Both of his degrees are in Petroleum Engineering. He research is on fluid-rock interaction, petrophysics, CO2 and hydrogen, NMR and EOR. worked as a Process Engineer in Nigeria and India. Dr. Isah is active in SPE, SPWLA and as an Elsevier author and peer reviewer.

Affiliations and expertise
PostDoc Researcher, Texas A&M University, USA