International Journal of Greenhouse Gas Control
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the forefront of greenhouse gas control technologies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Geological Carbon Storage:
Research on the geological formations suitable for CO2 storage, including assessments of storage capacity, leakage risks, and monitoring techniques. - Carbon Capture Technologies:
Development and optimization of technologies for capturing CO2 from various sources, including post-combustion, pre-combustion, and direct air capture methods. - Process Optimization and Modeling:
Use of computational and experimental methods to optimize the performance of carbon capture and storage systems, including modeling of CO2 behavior in geological formations. - Environmental Impact Assessments:
Studies evaluating the environmental implications of carbon capture and storage projects, including life cycle assessments and public perception. - Policy and Regulation:
Analysis of the regulatory frameworks and policy instruments that govern the deployment of CCUS technologies, including economic incentives and barriers. - Innovative Materials and Solvents:
Exploration of new materials and chemical solvents designed to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of carbon capture processes. - Socio-technical Dynamics:
Investigations into the societal implications of CCUS technologies, including stakeholder engagement, public acceptance, and ethical considerations.
Trending and Emerging
- Machine Learning and AI Applications:
There is a notable increase in research employing machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques for optimizing carbon capture processes, predicting CO2 behavior in geological formations, and enhancing monitoring systems. - Integration of Renewable Energy with CCUS:
Emerging studies focus on the synergy between renewable energy sources and carbon capture technologies, exploring how these systems can work together to achieve net-zero emissions. - Advanced Monitoring Techniques:
Innovations in monitoring technologies, such as real-time data acquisition and remote sensing, are gaining traction, enhancing the ability to track CO2 plumes and ensure storage integrity. - Circular Economy Approaches:
Research is increasingly exploring how CCUS can fit into circular economy frameworks, emphasizing the reuse of captured CO2 in industrial processes and the creation of value-added products. - Public Engagement and Acceptance:
Emerging studies are focusing on understanding public perceptions of CCUS technologies, developing strategies for stakeholder engagement, and addressing social license to operate issues. - Collaborative Multi-Disciplinary Research:
There is a growing trend towards collaborative research efforts that involve multiple disciplines, including engineering, social sciences, and environmental studies, to address the complex challenges of CCUS.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Fossil Fuel Applications:
Research focused solely on carbon capture from traditional fossil fuel power plants has decreased, as there is a growing emphasis on renewable energy sources and integrated energy systems. - Basic Theoretical Models:
The prevalence of purely theoretical models without practical applications or experimental validation appears to be diminishing, as the field moves towards more applied research with real-world implications. - Single-Sector Focus Studies:
Studies that concentrate on carbon capture in a single sector (e.g., power generation) are becoming less common as researchers adopt more integrated approaches that consider multiple sectors and their interactions. - Static Risk Assessments:
Static assessments of leakage risks without considering dynamic geological processes are declining, as newer studies incorporate real-time monitoring and adaptive management strategies. - Limited Geographical Scope:
Research confined to localized studies without broader implications or comparative analyses across different regions is decreasing, as the field seeks to understand global trends and impacts.
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