Title : A failure modes and effects analysis approach to ccs risk management
Abstract:
Fossil fuel combustion's carbon dioxide (CO?) emissions are a primary contributor to climate change, spurring interest in technologies such as Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCS). These systems capture CO? emissions at their origin, like power plants, and store them in deep geological formations to decrease atmospheric pollution. Despite its promise, CCS faces notable obstacles, particularly the potential for CO? to migrate from storage sites, potentially contaminating groundwater, triggering seismic events, and eroding public confidence in the technology. This research employs the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) tool to conduct a thorough risk assessment of CCS systems. FMEA identifies and evaluates potential CCS failure modes, emphasizing crucial risks such as reservoir integrity, seal failure, CO? migration routes, and operational mistakes. Each risk is evaluated based on its severity, likelihood of occurrence, and detectability, enabling the development of prioritization and mitigation strategies. This study distinguishes itself from prior investigations through its novel use of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) quality tool in risk management. By employing this methodical approach, the research seeks to detect, rank, and address potential hazards linked to Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). The methodology aims to boost the dependability and security of CCS storage facilities, thereby enhancing their quality by minimizing failures and ensuring sustained operational viability over the long term.The research also includes an assessment of geological and geographical aspects of potential carbon storage locations using the systematic methodology of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA). This approach ensures a thorough evaluation of site-specific hazards and improves the decision-making process for more secure and efficient Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) deployment.. This includes assessing reservoir capacity, seal integrity, proximity to CO? emission sources, and the environmental sensitivity of surrounding areas. The combination of FMEA and GIS-based analysis provides a more comprehensive understanding of risks and guides the selection of safe and efficient CO? storage locations. The study's results aim to facilitate the development of detailed policies and frameworks for risk management in CCS projects, ensuring the safe and sustainable implementation of this vital climate mitigation technology
Keywords: Carbon dioxide emissions (CO2 emissions), CO2 storage reservoirs, CO2 migration risk, Geological storage sites, FMEA , Risks Assessment
