Unconventional resources such as shale gas and tight oil are contributing more and more significantly in the energy nexus. However, porosity and permeability of these reservoirs are extremely low; therefore, stimulating technologies are required. The state-of-the-art solution for such a target is water fracturing, but its application suffers from massive water usage and related environmental issues. As a greener alternative, fracturing with CO 2 may bring multiple benefits, including effective fracturing, enhanced recovery, carbon storage, and others.
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