Vallourec Supplies Tubular Solutions for California’s First Carbon Capture Storage Facility
Event summary
- Vallourec provided advanced tubular solutions for California Resources Corporation’s Carbon TerraVault I (CTV I) carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility in Kern County, California.
- CTV I is the first CCS facility in California to secure EPA Class VI permits for CO₂ injection and storage in depleted oil and gas reservoirs.
- The facility is planned to store up to 1.46 million metric tons of CO₂ per year, contributing to California’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2045.
- Vallourec supplied VAM® 21 connections on corrosion-resistant alloy (CRA) pipe and deployed CLEANWELL® dope-free technology for the project.
The big picture
Vallourec’s involvement in California’s first permitted Class VI carbon storage project underscores the growing importance of CCS in achieving carbon neutrality goals. The project’s success could set a precedent for similar initiatives, positioning Vallourec as a key player in the energy transition. The deployment of advanced tubular technologies highlights the critical role of material science in ensuring the safety and efficiency of CO₂ storage.
What we're watching
- Project Execution
- Whether Vallourec can maintain the technical integrity and performance of its tubular solutions under the demanding conditions of CO₂ injection.
- Regulatory Dynamics
- How the success of CTV I will influence the approval and deployment of similar CCS projects across the U.S.
- Market Expansion
- The pace at which Vallourec can scale its advanced tubular solutions to meet the growing demand for CCS facilities globally.
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