OLI Systems, Inc. (Parsippany, N.J.) has been awarded a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This award will enable the development of OLI’s CO₂ Transport Asset Integrity Model, an innovative solution addressing the critical challenge of ensuring pipeline safety in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects.
Reliable transport systems are vital to decarbonization, with U.S. CO₂ pipeline infrastructure projected to grow fivefold by 2050, impurities in CO₂ streams, such as sulfur oxides (SOx) and nitrogen oxides (NOx), pose significant risks to pipeline performance, making advanced asset integrity solutions a necessity.
For over 50 years, OLI Systems has set the standard in electrolyte chemistry, empowering industries with unparalleled precision in simulating chemical interactions under the most challenging conditions. This expertise positions OLI as the trusted authority to ensure safe and efficient CO₂ transport.
“Our expertise lies in bridging rigorous science with real-world application,” said Dr. Andre Anderko, Chief Technology Officer at OLI Systems. “This project underscores our commitment to advancing CCUS infrastructure with groundbreaking tools that enable safer, more efficient systems and support decarbonization goals.”
The CO₂ Transport Asset Integrity Model will combine advanced corrosion modules to predict the impact of impurities on pipeline materials, Bayesian network analytics for comprehensive risk assessments and cloud-integrated dashboards to equip operators with real-time monitoring and actionable insights.
This project builds on OLI’s decade-long collaboration with IFE in Norway. OLI’s thermodynamic models, already validated through extensive studies, are already the foundation of OLI’s existing CO₂ Cloud App, a widely adopted tool by major energy operators worldwide.
“CO₂ transport forms the backbone of the CCUS value chain,” said Vineeth Ram, OLI’s Chief Sustainability Officer. “This initiative positions OLI as a trailblazer in delivering the tools necessary to build a resilient and efficient carbon infrastructure, accelerating the transition to a sustainable future.”
By addressing the challenges of CO₂ transport safety, OLI Systems is helping industries meet their decarbonization goals and secure a carbon-free future.