A UKCCSRC Call 1 project by the British Geological Survey investigates fault properties affecting CO2 retention in subsurface storage. The research analyzes fault geometries, seismic attributes, and pressure retention values to calibrate predictive tools for CO2 column height. Findings aim to upgrade storage assessments for regional UK North Sea aquifers like the Bunter Sandstone and Captain Sandstones.
Use Cases
- Calibrate predictive models for CO2 column height using fault geometries and seismic attributes.
- Assess storage viability in aquifers by analyzing proven vertical trapping and lateral pressure retention values.
- Optimize petrophysical property values assigned to faults and seals to reconcile prediction and observation differences.
- Evaluate fault risk impact on unrisked storage capacity estimates for formations like the Bunter Sandstone.
Strengths
- Project focuses on key UK North Sea storage formations with cited unrisked capacities (e.g., Bunter Sandstone: 8Gt CO2).
- Analysis targets high-quality, data-rich examples for calibration with established software tools.
- Research aims to provide evidence-based assessment for large-capacity aquifers vital to reducing storage costs.
Limitations
- Specific dataset size, row count, column definitions, and file formats are unknown.
- Data availability and sample records are not provided for direct analysis or model training.
- Findings are geographically focused on UK North Sea aquifers, limiting direct applicability to other regions.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS)
- Collection Method
- Project investigation of natural and engineered accumulations, analysis with established software tools, and calibration of fault properties.
- Time Range
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- Freshness
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- Geography
- United Kingdom North Sea aquifers (e.g., Bunter Sandstone, Forties, Tay, Captain)