Facts on CO2 Storage

In order to stabilize CO₂ concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent a dangerous impact on climate, global CO₂ emissions over the course of this century must be massively reduced. The need to avoid the release of thousands of gigatons of CO₂ to the atmosphere over the coming century requires a significant change in the way that energy is produced and consumed worldwide.

Carbon dioxide capture and storage (CCS) represents advanced energy technology needed to bring about the stabilization of atmospheric CO₂ concentrations. CCS systems are specifically designed to remove CO₂ from the flue gases and various process streams which is then transported and safely deposited in secure storage deep underground thus keeping it out of the atmosphere. However, storage must be safe, environmentally sustainable, and cost-effective. Suitable storage formations can occur in both onshore and offshore settings, however, in accordance with California Low Carbon Fuel Standards, our CO₂ must be stored in saline formations.