223: Innovating for a Sustainable Future with Geophysics

"In the realm of applied geophysics, we have a lot of knowledge, a lot of skills, a lot of experience in dealing with the subsurface, which translates quite well into carbon capture and storage applications." SEG Europe Regional Advisory Committee members discuss the 4th Net-Zero Emissions annual virtual workshop. OVERVIEW > Why it's important to work towards a net-zero emissions future > The role of geophysicists in addressing net-zero challenges > The business opportunities and challenges associated with carbon capture and storage > Why SEG is an effective forum for communication and education Host Andrew Geary delves into the critical role geophysicists play in achieving net-zero emissions with guests Emin Sadikov, Antony Price, and Adriana Citlali Ramírez. They discuss the importance of repurposing knowledge, adapting skill sets, and contributing to carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology innovations. Learn about the industry's challenges and opportunities, the economic implications, and the importance of global cooperation in addressing climate change. For this year's 4th Net-Zero Emissions annual virtual workshop, the organizers will bring together regulators and policymakers, operators, vendors, and academia to have a fruitful discussion on challenges and obstacles and how geoscientists can collaborate to overcome them. In addition, prominent key speakers across Europe will highlight the most successful net-zero journeys across the industry. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to share your case studies, challenges, and proposed solutions. Register for the workshop using the links below. LINKS * Visit https://seg.org/podcasts/episode-223-innovating-for-a-sustainable-future-with-geophysics/ for the complete interview transcript and to register for the workshop. GUEST BIOS Emin Sadikhov joined Equinor in 2010 to work with seismic data processing and analysis, mainly focusing on ocean bottom seismic and time-lapse monitoring. Since 2023, Emin has chaired the SEG Europe Regional Advisory Committee. His passions are innovation, communication, and knowledge sharing. Adriana Citlali Ramírez is the Chief Geophysicist and Senior Director at TGS. She holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Houston’s Mission-Oriented Seismic Research Program. Antony Price is a senior geophysical specialist at TotalEnergies based in Pau, France, with over 30 years of experience in various activities, from acquisition to interpretation and reservoir modeling. Antony has been a member of the SEG for over 20 years and with the SEG Europe Regional Advisory Committee since 2017 and is currently the committee's vice-chair. SHOW CREDITS Seismic Soundoff showcases conversations addressing the challenges of energy, water, and climate. SEG creates these episodes to celebrate and inspire the geophysicists of today and tomorrow. If you have episode ideas or feedback for the show or want to sponsor a future episode, email the show at podcast@seg.org. Andrew Geary at TreasureMint hosted, edited and produced this episode. The SEG podcast team comprises Jennifer Cobb, Kathy Gamble, and Ally McGinnis.