A risk-based framework for Measurement, Monitoring and Verification (MMV) of the Goldeneye storage complex for the Peterhead CCS project, UK

Dean, Marcella; Tucker, Owain

doi:10.1016/j.ijggc.2017.03.014

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“…This ambitious but successful experiment demonstrated the ability to monitor and quantify the integrity of offshore Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) reservoirs through detecting and measuring the chemical signature of a simulated (but in operation extremely unlikely) leak. A leak was simulated by injecting a known volume of CO 2 into the sediments at a depth of ∼3 m in the region of the proposed Goldeneye CCS reservoir (Dean and Tucker, 2017), a depleted field offshore from Scotland in the Outer Moray Firth (North Sea). LOC sensors made measurements at various locations around the site of CO 2 release to both determine the spatial extent of the releases impact and quantify the release.…”

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Industry Partnership: Lab on Chip Chemical Sensor Technology for Ocean Observing

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We introduce for the first time a new product line able to make high accuracy measurements of a number of water chemistry parameters in situ: i.e., submerged in the environment including in the deep sea (to 6,000 m). This product is based on the developments of in situ lab on chip technology at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), and the University of Southampton and is produced under license by Clearwater Sensors Ltd., a start-up and industrial partner in bringing this technology to global availability and further developing its potential. The technology has already been deployed by the NOC, and with their partners worldwide over 200 times including to depths of ∼4,800 m, in turbid estuaries and rivers, and for up to a year in seasonally ice-covered regions of the arctic. The technology is capable of making accurate determinations of chemical and biological parameters that require reagents and which produce an electrical, absorbance, fluorescence, or luminescence signal. As such it is suitable for a wide range of environmental measurements. Whilst further parameters are in development across this partnership, Nitrate, Nitrite, Phosphate, Silicate, Iron, and pH sensors are currently available commercially. Theses sensors use microfluidics and optics combined in an optofluidic chip with electromechanical valves and pumps mounted upon it to mix water samples with reagents and measure the optical response. An overview of the sensors and the underlying components and technologies is given together with examples of deployments and integrations with observing platforms such as gliders, autonomous underwater vehicles and moorings.

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“…A number of research projects have addressed strategies for marine GCS monitoring, providing guidance about how to monitor the marine environment in sufficient detail without prohibitive costs [4,7,[11][12][13][14][15]. Considering that the probability of leakage from a well-planned CO 2 storage site is considered low [5,6], it is generally not necessary or economically sound to monitor the entire region in detail over an extended period of time.…”

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“…In cases where risk structures are present, dedicated marine monitoring may be necessary to verify that there is no leakage through these structures, and to ensure that potential leakage is promptly detected such that corrective actions may be taken. The bowtie method, based on the barrier approach to risk management [11,17], provides a framework for a systematic risk assessment, including identifying risks and proposing proportional monitoring efforts. Figure 1 illustrates a risk-based approach to marine GCS monitoring, where an initial monitoring scope is set based on available information and an initial risk assessment, and is continuously re-evaluated as new information becomes available.…”

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Marine Monitoring for Offshore Geological Carbon Storage—A Review of Strategies, Technologies and Trends

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Carbon capture and storage (CCS) could significantly contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and reaching international climate goals. In this process, CO2 is captured and injected into geological formations for permanent storage. The injected plume and its migration within the reservoir is carefully monitored, using geophysical methods. While it is considered unlikely that the injected CO2 should escape the reservoir and reach the marine environment, marine monitoring is required to verify that there are no indications of leakage, and to detect and quantify leakage if it should occur. Marine monitoring is challenging because of the considerable area to be covered, the limited spatial and temporal extent of a potential leakage event, and the considerable natural variability in the marine environment. In this review, we summarize marine monitoring strategies developed to ensure adequate monitoring of the marine environment without introducing prohibitive costs. We also provide an overview of the many different technologies applicable to different aspects of marine monitoring of geologically stored carbon. Finally, we identify remaining knowledge gaps and indicate expected directions for future research.

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“…That is, measurement (modelling and analysis of geology and hydrology of the injection system in beginning), monitoring (tracking the movement of the plume) and verification (verifying that the CO2 remains confined and there is no leak) programme, abbreviated here to MMV, should be designed and implemented. It is basically concerned with the capability to measure the amount of CO2 storage at a particular site, to map its spatial migration over time, to develop techniques for the early detection (monitoring) of any leakage and finally to verify that the stored CO2 is isolated and will not adversely affect the host ecosystem (Dean and Tucker, 2017; 7. 8.…”

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“…Furthermore, economics and environmental risks are essential to be considered for any geologic carbon sequestration project Dean and Tucker, 2017;Castaneda-Herrera et al, 2018). Storage site location and complexity affect the infrastructure costs while depth of formation, rock properties, number of wells and the location (onshore or offshore) are the key factors which impact the storage cost (Solomon, 2007).…”

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A comprehensive review of value-added CO2 sequestration in subsurface saline aquifers

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Edlmann

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Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering

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This paper comprehensively reviews CO2 sequestration process in saline aquifers. The storage mechanisms including structural, residual, solubility, and mineral trappings are assessed along with a discussion of their relative contributions, and their key parameters and optimisations. In view of storage security and capacity, effects of rock and fluid properties and reservoir conditions together with injection strategies are discussed. Furthermore, CO2 storage site selection is investigated followed by an evaluation of the different measurement, monitoring and verification methods to mitigate the risk of leakage. Field examples with key learnings are also presented to help engineers with sustainable development of storage projects.

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A risk-based framework for Measurement, Monitoring and Verification (MMV) of the Goldeneye storage complex for the Peterhead CCS project, UK

Cited by 59 publications

References 12 publications

Industry Partnership: Lab on Chip Chemical Sensor Technology for Ocean Observing

Industry Partnership: Lab on Chip Chemical Sensor Technology for Ocean Observing

Marine Monitoring for Offshore Geological Carbon Storage—A Review of Strategies, Technologies and Trends

A comprehensive review of value-added CO2 sequestration in subsurface saline aquifers

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