Lecturer in charge of the module
Prof. Francesca Verga (DIATI, Politecnico di Torino) - FV
Module Learning Objectives and Skill Acquisition
The module will provide an overview of CO2 and H2 storage in geological formations to accomplish the energy transition process.
The course will deal with hydrogen production from renewable sources and recombination with captured CO2 in an integrated industrial approach for effective CO2 utilization, and the need for large storage facilities will be discussed.
Then the course will analyze the different aspects involved with a temporary or permanent CO2 and H2 safe underground storage: system characterization, storage volume quantification, definition of injection/withdrawal rates, assessment of potential bio-geo-chemical issues, and monitoring. The course will also offer an overview of the laboratory analysis, on-site data collection, and elaboration performed to design and operate underground storages.
Instruments for a preliminary suitability assessment of a geological site for storage purposes will be provided.