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Wyoming CO2 Pipeline Infrastructure FEED Studies

The Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute (EORI) will award up to $3 million to industry partners interested in CO2 pipeline infrastructure development in Wyoming.

EORI is looking for companies that have interest in expanding Wyoming’s CO2 pipeline infrastructure to expand capture and storage opportunities in the State.

Wyoming’s Energy Future Symposium

The Wyoming’s Energy Future Symposium was held on September 15, 2022, and brought industry, government officials, academia and the general public together to examine Wyoming’s energy future.

The Wold Family Foundation and University of Wyoming’s School of Energy Resources sponsored the  symposium which was well attended and Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon as featured keynote speaker. Peter Wold, member of the Board of Directors for the Wold Family Foundation, served on the symposium’s steering committee. Mr. Wold holds a special place in the history of EORI as the founding Chairman of the Enhanced Oil Recovery Commission (EORC).

Dr. Robertson’s presentation

The Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute’s Eric Robertson presented CO2 EOR:  Increasing Oil Production While Providing a Lower Carbon Future at the Rockies Petroleum Conference in Cheyenne, WY.

Dr. Robertson’s presentation was focused on CO2 EOR to increase oil production in Wyoming.  He shared information on the current state of CO2 EOR in the state and its importance to Wyoming’s total oil production.  Eric also discussed Wyoming’s current and potential CO2 sources, CO2 pipelines (capacities and current rates), and CO2 EOR projects. 

Steven M Carpenter

Dr. Steven M. Carpenter (1964-2022)

Steve was the Director of the Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute from 2015-2022. He was a vital part of the EORI who brought his talents, expertise, and leadership to the agency. He was a dynamic, larger-than-life Director who cultivated an innovative and productive work environment. Steve was a great mentor to many and inspired his employees to give their best. The Institute is grateful for the wisdom and vision Steve brought to EORI as Director.

Steve was passionate about many things. In addition to his work, he was especially happy to talk about his family and his love of football. The walls and shelves of his office were adorned with pictures of his family and grandchildren (13!).

August 2022 Carbon Storage Newsletter

The Department of Energy (DOE), the Office of Fossil Energy (FE) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) release August’s 2022 Carbon Storage Newsletter (CSN) and summarizes public and private sector carbon storage news from around the world.

The Carbon Storage Newsletter provides information on recent activities and publications related to carbon storage. It covers domestic, international, public sector and private sector news in areas such as: DOE/NETL Highlights, announcements, project and business developments, legislation and policy, emissions trading, science and publications.

July 2022 Carbon Storage Newsletter

The Department of Energy (DOE), the Office of Fossil Energy (FE) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) release July’s 2022 Carbon Storage Newsletter (CSN) and summarizes public and private sector carbon storage news from around the world.

The Carbon Storage Newsletter provides information on recent activities and publications related to carbon storage. It covers domestic, international, public sector and private sector news in areas such as: DOE/NETL Highlights, announcements, project and business developments, legislation and policy, emissions trading, science and publications.

May 2022 Carbon Storage Newsletter

The Department of Energy (DOE), the Office of Fossil Energy (FE) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) release June’s 2022 Carbon Storage Newsletter (CSN) and summarizes public and private sector carbon storage news from around the world.

The Carbon Storage Newsletter provides information on recent activities and publications related to carbon storage. It covers domestic, international, public sector and private sector news in areas such as: DOE/NETL Highlights, announcements, project and business developments, legislation and policy, emissions trading, science and publications.

Wyoming Natural Gas Production

The Governor told the committee that fossil fuels will continue to be an important mix in providing a consistent, reliable source of energy for our country.

Governor Mark Gordon told a Congressional committee that Wyoming’s leadership in natural gas production will continue to help fuel the nation’s economy. He also reasserted the state’s commitment to carbon capture and sequestration and emphasized that Wyoming does not need an additional layer of federal regulation of methane emissions.