2022/08/31 by D. C. Templeton, Martin Schoenball, C. E. Layland-Bachmann +6 · 1 voice
Environmental Science · Earth and Planetary Sciences · #CO2 Sequestration and Geologic Interactions #earthquake and tectonic studies #Seismic Waves and Analysis
paper · doi:10.1785/0220210284
openalex publication_date 2022/08/31 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/08/01
Abstract The geologic storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) is one method that can help reduce atmospheric CO2 by sequestering it into the subsurface. Large-scale deployment of geologic carbon storage, however, may be accompanied by induced seismicity. We present a project lifetime approach to address the induced seismicity risk at these geologic storage sites. This approach encompasses both technical and nontechnical stakeholder issues related to induced seismicity and spans the time period from the initial consideration phase to postclosure. These recommendations are envisioned to serve as general guidelines, setting expectations for operators, regulators, and the public. They contain a set of seven actionable focus areas, the purpose of which are to deal proactively with induced seismicity issues. Although each geologic carbon storage site will be unique and will require a custom approach, these general best practice recommendations can be used as a starting point to any site-specific plan for how to systematically evaluate, communicate about, and mitigate induced seismicity at a particular reservoir.