Modeling CO2 Storage in a Gulf of Mexico Reservoir Using Coupled Flow and Geomechanics

TitleModeling CO2 Storage in a Gulf of Mexico Reservoir Using Coupled Flow and Geomechanics
Publication TypeConference Proceedings
Year of Conference2020
AuthorsDa Silva, JAlves
Conference NameMIT Earth Resources Laboratory Annual Founding Members Meeting 2020
Abstract

We investigate the impact of large scale CO2 storage on the stability of faults in the Gulf of Mexico using a coupled flow and geomechanics model. Our model is grounded on a realistic geological model typical of the Gulf of Mexico area. We show that large-scale CO2 injection can be performed safely but care must be taken regarding the well locations and the injection schedule.

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