This project is funded by the Department of Energy under FOA2799 to advance the understanding of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) in the Michigan Basin within communities, and ensure the long-term, safe, and equitable storage of CO2 within Michigan.  The project funding is nearly $1.1 million ($880K from DOE and $220K cost share) and spans two years, beginning in January, 2024. The activities include mapping geographic areas for viable storage, assessing confining systems, evaluating wellbore integrity and other risks, and developing an easy-to-use and publicly available site selection tool.

This project is funded by the United States Geological Survey to preserve geological and geophysical data and information. The project team will 3D scan fossils, samples, specimens, and hundreds of feet of whole core. All files, images, and 3D models will be made publicly available. Additionally, the project team will scan historic geolographs (raw data drilling records), which are at risk of deterioration. The project began in June, 2024 and will span three years. 

3D visuals and models are available for free at sketchfab.com/MGRRE. Let us know how you use these models! 

Images from cores and other historical data from past NGGDPP efforts can be found on ScholarWorks! scholarworks.wmich.edu/mgrre/ 

Dr. Mert Atilhan from the Department of Chemical and Paper Engineering recently won an award funded by the DOE to develop direct air capture (DAC) technology. We are partnering with Dr. Atilhan to help identify suitable geographic sites that have high-quality reservoirs and favorable environmental and societal considerations. To learn more about his work, use the link below:

mertatilhan.com/ 

Dr. Autumn Haagsma and her team was recently selected for award for a new project to create a technical assistnace partnership that will accelerate the growth of a carbon management industry that is equitable and environmentally responsible through the creation of a raodmap to CCUS in Michigan. The team benefits from strategic partners consisting of subject matter experts, outreach and education specialists, and community engagement specialists. The project plans to achieve goals through integrating technical assistance and analyses with societal considerations and education/training. The project will likely kick-off by the end of 2024 and continue for three years. The project is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.

Check back soon for more updates!