Biotransformation Processes Relevant to Geologic Carbon Sequestration: Potential Implications for Environmental Fate

A new publication examines how microbial processes may influence the fate of CO2 in geologic carbon sequestration settings. The article, Biotransformation Processes...

A new publication examines how microbial processes may influence the fate of CO2 in geologic carbon sequestration settings.

The article, Biotransformation Processes Relevant to Geologic Carbon Sequestration: Potential Implications for Environmental Fate, is published in Environmental Science & Technology and is authored by GSI experts Lisa J. Molofsky, Thomas E. McHugh, Danny Kingham, and Charles J. Newell, with contributions from Sven Lahme, Kelly M. McFarlin, Paul G. Koster van Groos, Frank E. Löffler, Louise Camenzuli, Leanne Walker, Sophie L. Nixon, and Trent A. Key.

The paper reviews how CO2-driven geochemical changes can alter microbial communities and trigger biotransformation processes that move carbon into mineral, gas, or organic phases. It also explores implications for both deep storage formations and nontarget environments such as shallow groundwater, the vadose zone, and marine systems, while identifying key knowledge gaps that affect long-term prediction of CO2 behavior.

Read the full open-access article here:
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.est.5c02389

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GSI Expands into Montana

GSI is thrilled to share the news of our expansion into the Big Sky Country of Montana with the addition of Joel Jacobson,...

GSI is thrilled to share the news of our expansion into the Big Sky Country of Montana with the addition of Joel Jacobson, MSc, MBAMarie-Hélène Paré, Laura Pfister, Dave Rugh, LG, LHGAmelia Tallman, and Dr. David Tooke.

This group brings significant expertise in Environmental Assessment, Water Resources, Geochemistry, NEPA, CERCLA, Renewables, and Permitting for the Mining, Agriculture, Industrial, and Energy sectors.

GSI provides high quality technical and regulatory expertise to industry and government to address a broad range of environmental issues. We specialize in solving complex environmental problems by leveraging our extensive knowledge of environmental regulations, stressing accurate data collection and analysis, and applying new technologies to our clients’ most difficult challenges.

We look forward to great things ahead as part of the GSI team!

Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry

Our very own Janet Anderson PhD DABT recently co-authored a paper summarizing outcomes of presentations and breakout discussions related to #PFAS. Learn more about how...

Our very own Janet Anderson PhD DABT recently co-authored a paper summarizing outcomes of presentations and breakout discussions related to #PFAS. Learn more about how improving and standardizing analytical methods are needed to guide broader policies and best management practices. #PFAS #PFOA #chemistry #fateandtransport #exposure #toxicity