This study assesses the technical feasibility of geological carbon storage in the operator’s Brazilian brownfields, focusing on mature oil fields and associated saline aquifers. The analysis includes geological characteristics, estimated storage capacities, and operational risks in each area. Overall, the findings support the development of regional carbon capture, use, and storage (CCUS) hubs and demonstrate Brazil’s technical readiness to deploy large-scale CCUS solutions.
Introduction
In alignment with strategic, logistical, technical, and economic considerations, the operator has prioritized the development of onshore mature fields and their associated saline aquifers near hard-to-abate industrial operations. While acknowledging the significant potential of offshore reservoirs, the operator also has initiated plans for the establishment of four CCUS hubs across Brazil.
