Leveraging Regional Exploration to Develop Geologic Framework for CO₂ Storage in Deep Formations
Project # 42434

Primary Performing Organization
Battelle Memorial Institute

This project will make a comprehensive study of data concerning deep geologic formations in the Midwestern United States and use the information to improve the predictability of formations suitable for carbon dioxide (CO₂) sequestration.  The study will concentrate on characteristics of interest to quantitative analyses of storage potential, such as formation thickness, structural controls, permeability, and porosity.

Sources of information for the study include local oil and gas drillers who have used seismic tools to characterize the underground environment. The experience of these drillers will assist in identifying areas compatible with CO₂ storage in the region.

Specific objectives of the project are to:

• evaluate ongoing and anticipated drilling activities for further characterization;
• collaborate with a regional drilling company to obtain samples from well drilling;
• analyze samples and well logs from field data; and
• incorporate field data results into the regional geologic framework.

Ultimately, the comprehensive evaluation of the compiled data together with the sedimentary history of the area will show patterns of geological formations with potential for long-term CO₂ storage.

Contact:
Project Manager:  Lynn Brickett, lynn.brickett@netl.doe.gov.

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