Professor Dr. Anne Menefee

Biography

Anne Menefee's research focuses on advancing sustainable energy carbon management systems, targeting subsurface systems engineered for low-carbon energy production and carbon sequestration, which are essential to mitigate the impacts of climate change. At a fundamental level, she works to understand the geochemical reactions that affect fracture stability and propagation in stressed geologic systems, with applications in mineral scale prevention and emerging CO2-enhanced energy recovery technologies. At the systems level, her work evaluates the life cycle environmental implications of emerging technologies to curb net emissions and prove self-sustaining in the market. Together, these efforts enhance understanding of complex subsurface phenomena, informing optimal approaches to decarbonize the energy sector.

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