Communicating about the Geological Storage of Carbon Dioxide – Comparing Public Outreach for CO2 EOR and Saline Storage Projects

Abstract Engagement with the public is a critical element of ensuring the viability of CO 2 geologic storage (GS) projects. But there are fundamental differences among the types of projects that result in subsurface CO 2 storage; when it comes to outreach, one size may not fit all. This paper outlines the attributes for a deep saline storage project (Aquistore) in Canada with research projects related to two commercial CO 2 EOR projects using anthropogenic CO 2 –one in Canada (Weyburn–Midale) and one in the United States (Bell Creek)–compares their basic outreach configuration and then explores key aspects of public engagement within this framework.