Although the geological storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) has been demonstrated at numerous facilities around the world, key challenges remain. It is critical to understand the subsurface fate of injected CO2 to be able to ensure long-term CO2 storage. Furthermore, should CO2 and/or brine leakage occur from a storage facility, it is important to be able to detect leakage and to mitigate potential impacts in a timely manner. To date, many pilot and commercial CO2 storage facilities have been developed in geologically ideal (or near-ideal) locations. However, the availability of ideal sites is limited and so CO2 storage in non-ideal locations and geological situations will become necessary to be able to store the required anticipated quantity of captured CO2 over the coming decades.
Our areas of focus
This project aims to provide a greater understanding of the fate of gas injected into the subsurface and to enhance leak detection and mitigation strategies which will support the wider adoption of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).
Contact information
For information about our team, research, or to work with us, please contact:
James Brydie PhD. P.Geo., Director - Upstream and Environment
james.brydie@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
(587) 337 2536