Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is emerging as a key technology in reducing global CO2 emissions, but its success depends on the ability to monitor and verify how injected CO2 behaves underground. This is where 4D seismic monitoring plays a crucial role. By capturing time-lapse seismic images, scientists can track changes in subsurface reservoirs, ensuring that stored CO2 remains contained and behaves as expected.
One of the most promising storage options for CCS is depleted gas fields, reservoirs that have already proven their ability to hold gases for millions of years. However, monitoring CO2 injection in these sites presents unique challenges, including variations in rock properties and pressure conditions. Understanding these complexities requires advanced seismic techniques capable of detecting subtle changes in the subsurface over time.
In an upcoming webinar organised by the EAGE YP Community, Shi Yuan Toh (Heriot-Watt University) will present how 4D seismic technology enhances CO2 monitoring in CCS projects. By analysing real-world data from depleted gas fields, she will demonstrate the effectiveness of seismic imaging in tracking CO2 movement, detecting leaks, and assessing long-term storage integrity. Participants will learn why integrating geophysical tools into CCS strategies is essential for ensuring safe and scalable carbon storage solutions.
This webinar is free and open to the public.
- When: 26 March 2025, 16:00 – 17:00 CET
- Where: Online (WebEx)
- Register here
