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Remote Sensing for Quantifying Greenhouse Gas Emissions at Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage Facilities: A Review

Year: 2025

Type: review

Abstract: Carbon capture, utilisation and storage technologies are increasingly recognized as crucial components in the global strategy to mitigate climate change. As the deployment of carbon capture, utilisation and storage systems expands, there is a growing need for rigorous monitoring and verification methods to ensure that these technologies achieve their intended reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. This paper explores the current state of monitoring techniques for carbon capture, utilisation and storage facilities, highlighting the challenges and opportunities associated with accurately quantifying net greenhouse gas emissions. We analyse both traditional bookkeeping methods and direct measurement techniques. Our analysis reveals the limitations of current monitoring frameworks and underscores the importance of integrating advanced measurement technologies, such as in-situ sensors, drones and satellite observations, to enhance the accuracy and reliability of greenhouse gas reporting. By proposing a comprehensive monitoring strategy that combines these methods, we aim to provide a roadmap for more effective oversight of carbon capture, utilisation and storage facilities, thereby contributing to the broader goal of reducing global carbon emissions.

Source: Remote Sensing

DOI: 10.3390/rs17223707