A novel gas/water surface complexation model considering the effect of pressure, temperature, pH, and ionic composition, for potential application in underground hydrogen storage

Key Points

• The model reveals that variations in pressure and temperature significantly influence gas/water complexation dynamics, which is vital for underground hydrogen storage.
• Key evidence shows that pH and ionic composition also play crucial roles in the gas/water interactions, emphasizing their importance in storage strategies.
• Development involved a comprehensive analysis of the environmental conditions affecting hydrogen storage capabilities beneath the surface.
• Understanding these interactions may indicate improved methods for hydrogen storage, with potential real-world applications in energy sustainability.