Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to CCUS

• Overview of carbon capture, utilization, and storage
• Significance of CCUS in addressing climate change
• Historical development and evolution of CCUS technologies

Module 2: Carbon Capture Technologies

• Post-combustion capture
• Pre-combustion capture
• Oxy-fuel combustion capture
• Direct air capture

Module 3: Carbon Utilization Strategies

• Conversion of captured carbon into valuable products
• Applications in various industries (chemicals, materials, fuels)
• Economic and environmental implications of carbon utilization

Module 4: Carbon Storage Technologies

• Geological storage (storage in depleted oil and gas fields, deep saline formations)
• Ocean storage
• Mineralization and other emerging storage methods

Module 5: CCUS in Power Generation

• Integration of CCUS in fossil fuel power plants
• Role of CCUS in decarbonizing the power sector
• Economic considerations for power generation with CCUS

Module 6: CCUS in Industry

• Applications of CCUS in heavy industries (steel, cement, chemicals)
• Technological challenges and solutions
• Economic feasibility and incentives

Module 7: Policy and Regulatory Landscape

• International agreements and commitments
• National and regional policies supporting CCUS
• Incentives, subsidies, and regulatory frameworks

Module 8: Project Planning and Risk Assessment

• Site selection and project feasibility
• Economic modeling and cost-benefit analysis
• Environmental and safety considerations

Module 9: Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Strategies for effective communication about CCUS projects
• Engaging communities and addressing concerns
• Building public support for CCUS initiatives

Module 10: Case Studies and Best Practices

• Real-world examples of successful CCUS projects
• Lessons learned and best practices
• Replicability and scalability of CCUS initiatives