Carbon Capture and Storage
Carbon Storage Licensing Round
Location
UK North Sea
Project Type
New Carbon Capture, Transport and Storage Concept
Type of Store
Hydrostatic Saline Aquifer
Standards and Frameworks
NSTA Regulations; EU CCS Directive
Client
Multinational Energy Company
Supporting a client in their submission to the UK NSTA
In 2022 the UK held its first open competitive licensing round for carbon storage. Interested companies had to make submissions that considered the full value chain, from emitters to storage, demonstrating technical and commercial excellence.
Client Need:
A client with expertise in CCS from outside the UK wanted to make a submission for a carbon storage license. They were seeking support from specialists who understood the regulator expectations and who could bring local knowledge of the CCS frameworks in place in the UK.
Description of services provided by ERCE staff:
ERCE conducted a regional evaluation of the surrounding area to assess the potential for carbon storage. This evaluation was followed by detailed static and simulation modelling of the site and storage complex to demonstrate storable quantities of CO2, plume and pressure movement, and containment. We carried out a detailed assessment of legacy wells in the area and assessment of cap rock integrity. With respect the topsides, our work included assessment of facilities to demonstrate potential for re-use of infrastructure, including pipelines. Finally, we integrated our analysis of potential emitters, including domestic and international (shipping), with cost and economic modelling for different development scenarios.
Outcome:
Submission made to the NSTA. We received the following feedback from the client: “A strong technical team that has the flexibility to work alongside clients in order to deliver a product in a timely manner. Highly recommended.”