Geochemistry For A Positive Energy Transition
As I write this blog, we are approaching the 18th anniversary of Dolan Integration Group. This is an important milestone because at 18 years old, you are afforded the right to vote in the USA. While the DIG can’t vote, there are always important geochemical views to share with our clients. We are proud that we have formulated these views and done it in an era of incredible technological breakthroughs in the subsurface geological sciences and engineering.
Alternative energy demand has been growing exponentially. The development of low-carbon energy sources is important for satisfying that demand and reducing warming gases in our atmosphere. From a subsurface geochemical perspective, there are many myths which may only be sorted out through open inquiry and scientific integrity.
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) developments are gathering steam. The application requires that a baseline of near and deep subsurface gases is known prior to injection. CCS may require ongoing monitoring to assure competency of the infrastructure. Geologic storage of anthropogenic CO2 will be monitored before, during and long after injection has ceased. DIG’s experience with subsurface geochemical monitoring in upstream and midstream oil and gas provides a knowledge base that is heavily leveraged to support designers of CCS systems. Both the subsurface and atmospheric monitoring of CCS will provide important components of assuring integrity of the system.
