BEACON: Bayesian Experimental design Acceleration with Conditional Normalizing flows $-$ a case study in optimal monitor well placement for CO$_2$ sequestration

arXiv:2404.00075v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: CO$_2$ sequestration is a crucial engineering solution for mitigating climate change. However, the uncertain nature of reservoir properties, necessitates rigorous monitoring of CO$_2$ plumes to prevent risks such as leakage, induced seismicity, or breaching licensed boundaries. To address this, project managers use borehole wells for direct CO$_2$ and pressure monitoring at specific locations. Given the high costs associated with drilling, it is crucial to strategically place a limited number of wells to ensure maximally effective …

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