Preface

Increased quantities of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are causing global warming. Capturing and storing CO2 is critical for meeting global climate change goals. The process of capturing and storing atmospheric CO2 is called carbon sequestration. Through this process, atmospheric CO2 is captured by trees, plants, and other vegetation via photosynthesis and stored in biomass and soils. Enhanced agricultural practices, reforestation, and urban management could increase carbon sequestration capacity.

This book provides an overview of the recent developments in carbon sequestration, which plays an important role in climate change mitigation. It consists of six chapters that discuss carbon capture, storage, utilization, chemistry, and geomechanical aspects. This book is a useful resource for students, researchers, decision-makers, chemical and powerplant engineers, geological and environmental engineers, and those who work in the industry.
