Introduction to Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage

As global efforts to combat climate change intensify, understanding how to manage carbon emissions has become a critical skill for modern environmental and energy sectors. This text-only course provides a clear pathway to understanding Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS). You will transition from having a basic awareness of climate challenges to possessing a solid comprehension of the chemical, geological, and industrial processes used to capture, repurpose, and safely store carbon dioxide. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational chemistry and physics behind carbon capture technologies; - Compare different capture methods including pre-combustion, post-combustion, and oxy-fuel combustion; - Explore modern utilization pathways that turn captured carbon into useful materials and synthetic fuels; - Analyze geological storage options, monitoring techniques, and long-term safety considerations; - Evaluate modern concepts such as Direct Air Capture (DAC) and basic carbon accounting principles; - Assess the environmental and economic feasibility of CCUS projects using simplified life cycle frameworks. The course starts with essential terminology, climate science fundamentals, and basic definitions before guiding you through the technical stages of capture, transport, utilization, and storage. Through written explanations and practical conceptual exercises, you will build a well-rounded foundation in modern carbon management. This course is designed for beginners, students, and professionals entering the environmental sector, requiring no prior background in engineering or advanced chemistry. Begin reading today to build your expertise in one of the most vital sustainability technologies of our time.