Our Services

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Infrastructure Planning

Integrated design of CCS infrastructure using our unique, award-winning software

End-to-end carbon capture, transport, and storage analysis

SimCCS^PRO software enables the development of integrated CCS infrastructure designs that address every stage of the process—capture, transport, and storage. Unlike isolated approaches, this method delivers holistic solutions aligned with project timelines, costs, and environmental goals.

Capture

CO₂NCORD software identifies CO₂ sources, characterizes streams, calculates capture costs, and evaluates co-benefits such as improved air quality.

Transport

CostMAP^PRO software provides detailed pipeline route designs based on comprehensive geographic and environmental data. This includes population density, land cover, topography, land ownership, and existing rights-of-way (ROWs). The software also calculates transport costs, accounting for materials, labor, and land acquisition.

Storage & Utilization

SCO₂T^PRO software identifies and evaluates CO₂storage sites, offering detailed estimates of dynamic injection rates, storage potential, and associated costs. This analysis supports informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Route Optimization

With two R&D 100 awards, SimCCS^PRO is the industry-leading tool in end-to-end integrated analysis and design of CO₂ capture, transportation, and storage (CCS) infrastructure.

FAQs

Learn more about Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Infrastructure Planning and how it can benefit your organization.

What is Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)?

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a critical technology for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. CO₂ is captured from industrial and power facilities, transported via pipelines, and stored in secure geological formations. According to the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), capturing 1.5 million metric tons of CO₂ annually is equivalent to removing 320,000 cars from the road or preserving 1.8 million acres of forest.

What capture analysis do you provide?

At Carbon Solutions, we offer capture analysis that includes the selection of CO₂ capture points and quantities, the design of optimal trajectories for the transportation network, and the selection of safe sites for underground storage. We use our award-winning software and scientific expertise to provide market assessments, feasibility studies and project design. We identify opportunities for CO₂ capture, transport and storage, and provide economic and financial assessments. We also help reduce risks in carbon management and offer support for permitting and certification of CO₂ storage projects.

How do you model transportation routing and costs?

CostMAP^PROsoftware designs transport routes by analyzing a range of geographic layers, including population density, land cover, topography, land ownership, and existing rights of way (ROWs). Transport costs are calculated based on materials, labor, and land acquisition. The software also accounts for social and environmental considerations, enabling the creation of routes that minimize costs while avoiding sensitive areas.

How is Carbon Solutions' CCS infrastucture different from others'?

Carbon Solutions’ approach integrates award-winning software, unique datasets, and a multidisciplinary team to address the full lifecycle of CCS infrastructure. This comprehensive approach ensures solutions that are not only technically advanced but also economically viable and socially responsible.

Why do you provide integrated services?

Integrated services are essential for addressing the complexity of CCS infrastructure. By analyzing the entire lifecycle—from CO₂ capture to storage—projects benefit from a systemic approach that aligns technical rigor with environmental and social goals.

What are the benefits of integrated services?

Integrated services provide a streamlined path to project success by aligning technical, economic, and social outcomes. This reduces risks and ensures efficient, scalable solutions that support all phases of CCS infrastructure planning and implementation.

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Our Carbon Capture and Storage Infrastructure Planning Projects

Projects have been successfully completed across multiple sectors, contributing to emissions reduction goals and supporting clean energy transitions.

Our Team

Specialists in Carbon Capture and Storage Infrastructure Planning

Richard Middleton

CEO

Richard is the Co-Founder of Carbon Solutions, and has extensive experience in energy and infrastructure modeling and climate impacts on natural and engineered systems.

He is the lead developer of SimCCS, has been ranked as one of the most productive CCS researchers, and is one of Los Alamos National Laboratory's most-published Earth science first authors.

Juan Carlos Duque

Research Scientist

Juan has extensive experience in operations research, exploratory data analysis, and regional design. He has consulted for major institutions including The World Bank, UN-Habitat, and the European Commission, and is recognized globally for his expertise in regional system design.

He leads the development teams for SimCCSpro and CostMAPpro at Carbon Solutions, advancing tools that support strategic carbon management planning and optimization.

Erin Middleton

President

Erin has a background in geology, geography, demography, education, and evaluation, and works on projects that integrate qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

She supports community engagement and infrastructure modeling at Carbon Solutions.

Jonathon Prehn

Research Scientist

Jonathon is a computer scientist and GIS developer who focuses on GIS analysis, workflow automation, and visualization.

He assists with general software development and GIS tasks, including CostMAP, SimCCS and spatial analysis.

Tracey Ziev

Director of Project Engineering

Tracey has a background in mechanical engineering and public policy, with experience in nuclear power and electricity generation.

She provides technoeconomic analysis, policy analysis, quality assurance, and project management, and is currently leading several projects focused on developing CO₂ pipelines.

Marcos Miranda

Research Scientist

Marcos is an environmental engineer with expertise in carbon capture, storage, and sustainable energy solutions. His experience spans research and implementation projects focused on decarbonization and the energy industry.

He contributes to Carbon Solutions’ projects by applying advanced modeling tools and software to support carbon capture, storage, and emissions reduction efforts.

Carl Talsma

Research Scientist

Carl has a background in environmental engineering and hydrology, with experience applying tools and models such as artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) and GIScience to climate and energy projects.

He works on projects at Carbon Solutions related to CostMAP and SimCCS, leveraging advanced modeling techniques to address complex challenges in carbon management and decarbonization.

Christopher Upchurch

Research Scientist

Chris is a geographer with expertise in transportation systems, network analysis, and geographic information science.

His research is focused on locating hydrogen refueling stations, planning light rail systems, urban mobility, and using big data to analyze transportation system performance.

Jonathan Ogland-Hand

Director of Carbon Removal

Jonathan Ogland-Hand has a multidisciplinary background in engineering and environmental science with expertise in process-level modeling, techno-economic analysis, and energy systems analysis.

He works on energy transition projects, including carbon dioxide removal, renewable energy integration, and CCS technologies at Carbon Solutions.

Client testimonials

Carbon Solutions has been instrumental in the development of our sequestration project in Wyoming. They continue to deliver a work product that exceeds industry standards. The use of complex modeling software allows for not only technical but also commercial evaluations to occur prior to complete engagement by CCS operators.

Jess Foshe

President & CEO

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