Editorial: Subsurface microbiology within hydrocarbon resources or stored gases
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Abstract
A Research Topic on the microbiology of hydrocarbon and gas storage reservoirs has far reaching industrial applications. In recent decades, there has been a growing interest in understanding microbial communities in subsurface energy reservoirs, such as coal, oil, and shale beds. This area of research has broadened to include gas storage reservoirs for hydrogen and CO2. Scientists are beginning to unravel the unexpected impact microorganisms have on these systems, through changing the fluid geochemistry, the gas content, and even the permeability. By recognizing the influence of these tiny organisms on our engineered environments, we can develop better risk assessments, target mitigation strategies, expand energy production, and refine operational guidance, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable energy future.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Editorial: Subsurface microbiology within hydrocarbon resources or stored gases |
| Series title | Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution |
| DOI | 10.3389/fevo.2024.1527156 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Year Published | 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Frontiers Media |
| Contributing office(s) | WY-MT Water Science Center |
| Description | 1527156, 2 p. |
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