Impacts of Geochemical Reactions on Geologic Carbon Sequestration

Abstract

High Resolution Image Download MS PowerPoint Slide In the face of increasing energy demands, geologic CO 2 sequestration (GCS) is a promising option to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. To ensure the environmental sustainability of this option, we must understand the rates and mechanisms of key geochemical reactions and their impacts on GCS performance, the multiphase reactive transport of CO 2, and the management of environmental risks. Strong interdisciplinary collaborations are required to minimize environmental impacts and optimize the performance of GCS operations.