Shell Quest Carbon Capture and Storage (CSS) Project

Shell has multiple major projects ongoing in the region. This particular post deals with the CSS Project.

Company Overview:

Shell has been operating in Canada since 1911 and is one of the country's largest integrated oil and gas companies.

Project Description:

Shell Quest CSS is fully integrated and would be capable of capturing, transporting, injecting and storing carbon dioxide. Beginning around 2015, more than 1 million tonnes of CO2 per year would be captured from the Scotford Upgrader. The CO2 would then be transported via pipeline north of the Scotford Complex and stored permanently more than 2km under thick layers of impermeable geological formations.

Capital Cost:

$1.35 Billion

Status:

Shell submitted a regulatory application in November of 2010. The venture is aiming for commissioning and injection to begin in 2015.