From outcrop to subsurface: Investigating the controls of sedimentary processes, diagenesis and rock deformation on reservoir properties in foreland basins (FORELAND).


Gallois A. B. C., Mar M., David C., Conxi A., Elco L., Axel G., et al.

Diğer Uluslararası Fon Programları, 2025 - 2028

  • Proje Türü: Diğer Uluslararası Fon Programları
  • Başlama Tarihi: Eylül 2025
  • Bitiş Tarihi: Ekim 2028

Proje Özeti

The proposed research is not directly focused on industrial applications or immediate social demands. However, the obtained results hold significant potential for social benefits. Decarbonization on the global economy is a critical priority to mitigate global warming, driven by rising energy demands and continuous population growth. In response to these global challenges, geoscientists play a crucial role in identifying suitable areas for CO2 sequestration in the subsurface and optimizing geothermal energy systems. This requires a robust understanding of geological processes, supported by detailed petrophysical and petrothermal characterization of reservoir units. Key parameters such as porosity, permeability, rock density, seismic wave velocity and thermal conductivity among others, must be analyzed to evaluate reservoir potential effectively. In this context, identifying the primary geological processes that govern the physical and thermal properties of foreland basin sedimentary units (e.g., porosity, permeability, thermal conductivity, electrical resistivity, magnetic susceptibility, etc.) is essential. Such insights will provide a comprehensive understanding of the spatial and temporal distribution of these properties, offering valuable data to inform detailed industry assessments and support the advancement of decarbonization strategies.