Computer Modelling Group Ltd. (“CMG” or the
“Company”) is pleased to announce a partnership with global technology leader ABB to
integrate CMG’s subsurface simulation technology into ABB’s digital twin platform for commercial carbon
capture and storage (CCS) operations.
The partnership aims to develop a new product in which ABB will use its AbilityTM OPTIMAX® energy
management system to integrate above ground digital twin technology with CMG’s subsurface modelling,
providing a full ‘source to storage’ solution to support the successful operation of CCS projects.
“This partnership brings together two powerful technologies to develop a solution to support the intelligent,
real-time operational decision making required to make carbon storage a success at scale,” commented
Pramod Jain, CMG CEO. “Advanced subsurface modelling is necessary to assess and monitor risks of CO2
injection against various operating scenarios and is critical to the safety, feasibility and scaling of carbon
capture and storage projects. We are pleased to partner with ABB, a global leader in innovation, to provide
our industry leading, subsurface simulation capabilities to their enhanced digital twin technology.”
“Capturing and storing carbon dioxide underground is a highly technical and challenging process,” said
Brandon Spencer, President of ABB Energy Industries. “Without subsurface modelling, industry simply
cannot calculate the cost or manage the risks, which is crucial if we are to scale the CCS market to the
extent required to support decarbonization of industry and emissions reductions in line with the Paris
Accord.”
This technology is intended to bridge the gap between subsurface modelling and above ground digital twin
technology, providing a comprehensive solution for real-time monitoring, risk assessment, and operational
efficiency in CCS projects. This integrated approach has the potential to revolutionize the CCS industry by
making it more scalable, cost-effective, and supportive of decarbonization efforts, which is essential in
achieving environmental sustainability goals.
