Introduction

Carbon Capture in Oil & Gas Operations Training Course is designed to equip professionals in the Oil & Gas industry with advanced knowledge of decarbonization technologies, greenhouse gas reduction strategies, and net-zero emission pathways. As global energy markets shift toward climate neutrality, ESG compliance, and carbon taxation frameworks, carbon capture has become a critical operational and strategic competency. This course provides a deep dive into post-combustion capture, pre-combustion systems, oxy-fuel combustion, and direct air capture integration within upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas operations.

Participants will explore real-world applications of CO₂ sequestration, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), carbon transport infrastructure, and industrial decarbonization systems. The training emphasizes regulatory frameworks such as Paris Agreement compliance, carbon credit markets, and Scope 1–3 emissions management. By integrating engineering principles with sustainability strategy, this program enables professionals to design, evaluate, and implement scalable CCUS solutions that align with net-zero transition goals, ESG reporting standards, and sustainable energy transformation initiatives.

Programme Curriculum

Carbon Capture in Oil & Gas Operations Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Understand Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage (CCUS) technologies in Oil & Gas systems
Analyze greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction strategies
Evaluate post-combustion, pre-combustion & oxy-fuel capture systems
Apply net-zero emissions frameworks and decarbonization roadmaps
Assess carbon sequestration and geological storage integrity
Explore Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) using CO₂ injection
Understand carbon accounting, ESG reporting & sustainability metrics
Interpret carbon credit trading and global carbon markets
Design CO₂ transport pipelines and compression systems
Evaluate industrial-scale DAC (Direct Air Capture) integration
Apply regulatory compliance (Paris Agreement & IMO standards)
Conduct life-cycle assessment (LCA) of oil & gas operations
Develop climate risk mitigation and energy transition strategies

Target Audience

Oil & Gas Process Engineers
Environmental & Sustainability Managers
Petroleum Refinery Operators
Energy Transition Consultants
Carbon Management Analysts
HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Professionals
Government Energy Regulators
ESG & Climate Risk Officers

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Carbon Capture & CCUS Technologies

Overview of CCUS value chain
Carbon cycle and industrial emissions sources
Types of capture technologies
Energy penalty and efficiency trade-offs
CCUS deployment in oil & gas sector
Case Study: Norway’s Sleipner CO₂ Storage Project

Module 2: Post-Combustion Capture Systems

Amine-based absorption technology
Flue gas treatment processes
Retrofit applications in refineries
Solvent regeneration systems
Operational challenges & optimization
Case Study: Petra Nova Carbon Capture Project (USA)

Module 3: Pre-Combustion & Oxy-Fuel Combustion

Gasification and syngas processing
Hydrogen production with CO₂ separation
Oxy-fuel combustion principles
Integration with IGCC plants
Efficiency and cost analysis
Case Study: Kemper County Energy Facility

Module 4: CO₂ Transport, Compression & Infrastructure

Pipeline design standards for CO₂
Compression and dehydration systems
Leak detection and monitoring
Offshore vs onshore transport networks
Safety and risk mitigation
Case Study: Alberta Carbon Trunk Line (Canada)

Module 5: Carbon Sequestration & Geological Storage

Saline aquifers and depleted reservoirs
Reservoir characterization techniques
Long-term storage integrity
Monitoring, reporting & verification (MRV)
Risk assessment of leakage
Case Study: North Sea CCS Storage Hub

Module 6: Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Using CO₂

CO₂ flooding mechanisms
Reservoir pressure management
Incremental oil recovery techniques
Economic feasibility models
Environmental trade-offs
Case Study: Permian Basin CO₂-EOR Projects (USA)

Module 7: Carbon Markets, ESG & Regulatory Frameworks

Global carbon trading systems
ESG disclosure standards
Carbon pricing mechanisms
Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions accounting
Compliance with international climate policy
Case Study: EU Emissions Trading System

Module 8: Future of Decarbonization & Direct Air Capture (DAC)

DAC technologies and scalability
Integration with renewable energy systems
Hydrogen economy linkages
Net-zero refinery transformation
Innovation in carbon-negative technologies
Case Study: Climeworks Orca Plant (Iceland)

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

CO₂ capture Gas separation Storage systems Emissions reduction

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 26 2026

26 Oct — 30 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000