Solvent Injection

Solvent injection is a technique used in environmental cleanup and oil recovery where a chemical solvent is injected into soil or rock to dissolve or loosen contaminants or hydrocarbons. This process helps to extract pollutants or valuable resources more effectively by mobilizing substances that are otherwise difficult to remove. The injected solvent interacts with the target materials, changing their properties to facilitate their collection or degradation. Solvent injection is controlled, often monitored closely, and tailored to the specific subsurface conditions, making it a useful method for cleaning up polluted sites or enhancing oil extraction.