Project description
Aquifer thermal energy storage systems’ efficiency in SEUM states
Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) systems offer a variety of benefits for building heating and cooling through thermal energy storage, providing a promising solution for the needs of Southern European Union Member (SEUM) states. The challenges caused by groundwater fluctuations, complex legislation, and climate change impacts can significantly reduce their effectiveness. Supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) programme, the ATES-SEUM project aims to address the need for further study on the efficacy and efficiency of ATES in SEUM states and to develop a methodology for assessing ATES system potential. To achieve this, it will collaborate with Delft University of Technology and the Spanish Geological and Mining Institute and will feature knowledge sharing with Italy and Greece.
Objective
The ATES-SEUM project addresses knowledge gaps regarding Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) systems' viability in Southern European Union Member (SEUM) states. ATES systems store thermal energy in aquifers for building heating and cooling but face challenges like groundwater fluctuations, climate change impacts, and complex legislation. The project aims to develop a common methodology for SEUM countries to evaluate ATES systems' potential, considering the specific impacts of climate change.
To achieve its goals, the project works with experts at Delft University of Technology (TUD) and the Geological and Mining Institute of Spain, with knowledge sharing in Italy and Greece. It responds to the need for renewable alternatives to heating and cooling, especially in water-scarce SEUM countries.
Challenges include excessive groundwater demands for irrigation, climate change effects, and legislative complexities in SEUM states. Spain is the primary study region, with additional case studies planned in Italy and Greece.
Through interdisciplinary research, training, and knowledge dissemination, ATES-SEUM aims to enhance methods and knowledge related to ATES system suitability in water-scarce regions. It aligns with EU sustainability goals and emphasizes the integration of renewables and technologies to reduce energy consumption and emissions. Additionally, it aligns with the EU Water Framework Directive by studying groundwater aquifers' current and future states.
The project's objectives include assessing climate change impacts on groundwater, evaluating aquifer suitability, generating suitability maps, and transferring results to influence energy policies and regulations in SEUM states.
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HORIZON.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
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2628 CN Delft
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