VARIABLE RATE STEAM INJECTION, INCLUDING VIA SOLAR POWER FOR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

摘要

Systems and methods for variable rate steam injection, including via solar power for enhanced oil recovery, are disclosed. Several embodiments include using the variable nature of solar-generated steam to improve the efficiency and cost- effectiveness of enhanced oil recovery processes. In particular embodiments, the variable rate injection can provide more uniform steam distribution in an oil-bearing formation, at a lower cost than if the same amount of steam were provided on a continuous basis.