Borehole Thermal Energy Storage for Generating Electricity (BTESe) Video

This video is a brief overview of Underground Thermal Energy Storage (UTES) systems and how they could be used for electrical production. We will discuss UTES in combination with an Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) electrical generator to produce electricity and using UTES as a thermal battery to store energy for months. UTES systems generally have increased resiliency due to their underground placement. Therefore, even in severe weather like tornados or hurricanes power, is still be available and consistent. The model shown in this video uses a specific type of UTES know as Borehole Thermal Energy Storage(BTES) coupled with concentrated solar collectors and an Organic Rankine Cycle generator. This video is a brief overview of UTESe for a more in-depth video, visit the whole building design guide continuing education website.