Review and Perspectives on Enhancing the Hydrogen (H2) Storage Capacity and Stability in Geological Formations via Nanoparticle-Assisted Surfactant/Polymer Formulations

• Published in: Energy & fuels Vol. 39; no. 22; pp. 10165 - 10199
• Main Authors: Kasala, Erasto E., Wang, Jinjie, Majid, Asia, Nadege, Mbula Ngoy, Nyakilla, Edwin E.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: American Chemical Society 05.06.2025
• Subjects: absorption; adsorption; aggregation behavior; energy; hydrogen; hydrophobicity; nanofluids; nanoparticles; polymers; salinity; sediments; solubility; storage technology; surface tension; surfactants; synergism; temperature; viscosity; wettability

Despite numerous laboratory and simulation findings with great potential, nanoparticles (NPs), surfactants, and polymers used for enhancing hydrogen (H2) storage capacity and stability in geological formations face significant challenges. Their long-term stability is compromised in the harsh conditi...