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Analytical methods for geochemical monitoring of CO2 capture and storage sites

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CO2 leakage monitoring is essential to ensure the environmental safety for CO2 capture and storage (CCS) technologies. This study aims to provide recommendations for the selection of analytical methods for monitoring of geochemical parameters at CCS sites. Five CCS sites are reviewed to investigate the changes in geochemistry following CO2 leakage. The following geochemical parameters were determined for monitoring CCS sites: alkalinity, electrical conductivity (EC), pH described as geochemical factors, and Ba, Ca, Fe, K, Mg, Mn, and Na contents, referred to as elements in this study. The international analytical methods provided by ISO, USEPA, and USGS, which are commonly used, are first compared, followed by. The considerations for selection of CCS-site-specific analytical methods were suggested, the water sample characteristics, recommended ranges, required equipment, and significant interference.

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    Seulki Jeong, Hyun A. Lee & Hye-On Yoon

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Jeong, S., Lee, H.A. & Yoon, HO. Analytical methods for geochemical monitoring of CO2 capture and storage sites. Geosci J 21, 631–643 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12303-017-0010-z

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