In-situ Gasification

In-situ gasification is a method of extracting energy from underground coal or other solid fuels. Engineers inject steam and oxygen into the underground deposit, causing the material to break down and produce a mixture of gases like carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and methane. These gases are then extracted through wells at the surface and used as fuel for power generation or other purposes. This process allows energy to be harvested without physically mining the fuel, reducing surface disturbance and potentially lowering environmental impacts. It’s a sophisticated technique that transforms underground resources directly into usable gases.