Carbon Capture and Storage: Principles, Processes, and Global Developments

Explore the fundamentals of carbon capture and storage in this 33-minute lecture from Stanford University's Understand Energy course. Delve into the reasons behind carbon capture implementation, the mechanics of how it works, potential risks associated with the technology, and global developments in CCS projects. Presented by Lynn Orr, Keleen and Carlton Beal Professor in Petroleum Engineering at Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability, this comprehensive overview covers key topics including the necessity of carbon capture, its operational processes, risk assessment, and the current state of CCS initiatives worldwide. Gain valuable insights into this crucial technology for addressing climate change and enhancing energy sustainability as part of Stanford's mission to improve global energy literacy.

Why Carbon Capture and Storage?
How Carbon Capture and Storage Works
Potential Risks
Global CCS Projects and Developments
Wrap Up