Injection of CO₂ in underground rock formations may trigger seismic events on pre-existing faults in the reservoir formation or in other formations affected by injection-related pressure changes. Stress and pore pressure state, as well as the existence, position, and orientation of faults, must be thoroughly understood to define an injection strategy that minimizes the risk of inducing micro-seismic events. Before injection begins, naturally occurring seismicity in the area should be measured as a baseline for comparing future seismic activity.

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