Assessing the Risks and Opportunities of Dual-purpose CO2 Injection for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) and Long-term Storage: Implications for U.S. Energy Security and Economic Growth
1 Louisiana State University.
2 Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana.
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International Journal of Frontline Research in Engineering and Technology, 2025, 04(01), 001-008.
Article DOI: 10.56355/ijfret.2025.4.1.0026
Publication history:
Received on 24 August 2025; revised on 08 October 2025; accepted on 11 October 2025
Abstract:
This study assesses the risks, opportunities, and economic implications of dual-purpose carbon dioxide (CO₂) injection for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) and long-term carbon storage in the U.S. energy sector. Through a comprehensive review of Carbon Capture Utilization and Sequestration (CCUS) technologies, policy frameworks, and case studies such as the Petra Nova and Illinois Industrial Carbon Capture projects, the analysis evaluates how this approach can enhance energy security, stimulate economic growth, and support climate goals. Key findings reveal that dual-purpose CO₂ injection extends the lifespan of oil fields, reduces net carbon emissions through permanent sequestration, and generates economic benefits via job creation and revenue generation. However, its success depends on overcoming technical challenges (e.g., leakage risks), financial barriers (e.g., high capital costs), and regulatory uncertainties. Policy incentives like the 45Q tax credit and advancements in monitoring technologies are critical for scaling deployment. The study concludes that dual-purpose CO₂ injection offers a transitional pathway to balance fossil fuel dependency with decarbonization, contingent on robust policy support, stakeholder engagement, and technological innovation.
Keywords:
Dual-purpose; Sequestration; Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR); Carbon Capture
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