The Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership 2009 Annual Meeting and Workshops are
scheduled for December 1–3, 2009, in St. Louis, Missouri. The annual meeting will
provide an overview of carbon management topics, including carbon capture and storage
(CCS), risk management, carbon markets, regulatory updates, and outreach strategies. The
meeting will also provide summaries of the wrap-up of Phase II activities and current
and upcoming activities for Phase III. The meeting will be structured to engage all
partners in order to ensure the PCOR Partnership Program is providing the most value
for your investment.
Workshops
This year’s meeting will feature two workshops on December 1, 2009, beginning
at noon. A boxed lunch will be provided starting at 11:30 a.m. Workshops are offered free
of charge to members. For nonmembers, the workshop fee is US$300 a workshop, US$500 for both.
- Workshop 1: Effective Outreach and Communication – Best Practices and Real-World
Experiences. CCS and geologic sequestration are major long-term commitments that
involve plant add-ons, pipeline construction, injection well installation, facility
operation and monitoring, and post-operation monitoring. Public acceptance is critical
at every phase. Hear experiences and strategies to support the effectiveness of your
outreach efforts. Presenters: Andy Goodman (invited), the Goodman Center, and Dan
Daly, Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) Research Manager
- Workshop 2: Carbon Management Strategies. This workshop will address
advances in development of CCS technologies, environmental impacts, and
value-added options, i.e., enhanced oil recovery operations. Presenters: John
Harju, EERC Associate Director for Research, and Michael Jones, EERC Senior
Research Advisor
Annual Meeting
The annual meeting, taking place December 2–3, 2009, will be structured to provide
the maximum benefit to PCOR Partnership partners. This interactive meeting is a
must-attend for individuals involved in any aspect of CCS and carbon management.
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