Development of a general methodology for evaluation of carbon sequestration activities

The US may soon be focusing national attention on processes and activities that mitigate the release of CO₂ to the atmosphere, and, in some cases, may remove CO₂ from the atmosphere. Thus, a standard methodology that considers all the carbon impacts is needed. A general methodology for evaluation of carbon sequestration technologies is developed. The methodology is designed to assist in evaluation and comparison of well-defined sequestration activities. It can be used to address long-term merit prior to engaging in an activity. It also treats a sequestration activity as an engineering process of which one has knowledge and control. The methodology addresses carbon sequestration in life-cycle terms.