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Implementation of Directive 2009/31/EC on the Geological Storage of Carbon Dioxide. Guidance document 1: CO2 storage life cycle risk management framework

29th March 2011

Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS), CO2 storage

This document addresses the overall framework for geological storage for the entire life cycle of geological CO2 storage activities including its phases, main activities and major regulatory milestones. Other issues addressed include the high-level approach to risk assessment and management which is intended to ensure the safety and effectiveness of geological storage, and the processes by which the Competent Authority or Authorities (CA or CAs) in each EU Member State can interact with the operators at key project stages, particularly with regard to risk management.

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Implementation of Directive 2009/31/EC on the Geological Storage of Carbon Dioxide. Guidance document 1: CO2 storage life cycle risk management framework

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