Work Packages

Project Coordination ​
and Management

Ensure an effective and smooth implementation of the project throughout its duration.

WP Lead:
Prof. Martin Fernø | Email

Communication, ​
Exploitation and Dissemination

Effectively communicate, disseminate and exploit information project output to key stakeholders, scientific community and general public.

WP Lead:
Ms. Merry H. Navjord | Email

Method Alignment and Standardization

Standardized methodologies for microbial risk assessment of underground H₂ porous media storage.

WP Lead:
Dr. Peter Rendel | Email

Sample Collection and Characterisation

Cross-European sampling campaign of fluids and rocks from UHS sites.

WP Lead:
Dr. Petra Bombach | Email

Taxonomic and Functional Diversity of UHS Microbial Communities

Taxonomic and functional mapping of microorganism diversity.

WP Lead:
Prof. Donato Giovannelli | Email

Geochemical Reactions in Porous Media

Quantify geochemical reaction products across the spectrum of European UHS sites.  

WP Lead:

Prof. Katriona Edlmann | Email

Impact of Microbial Reactions on UHS in Porous Media

Determine microbial kinetics across European geochemical characteristics.

WP Lead:
Dr. Martin Krüger | Email

Bio-Geochemical Reactions on Porous Rock Properties During UHS

Determine coupled bio-geochemical effects on reservoir flow dynamics and mechanical integrity.

WP Lead:
Dr. Chaojie Cheng | Email

Modelling of Laboratory Experiments

Derive models that enhance laboratory biogeochemical / mechanical data.

WP Lead:
Dr. Josep Soler | Email

Guidelines for Risk Management and Site-Screening

Fast-track site selection tool with predictive microbial risk index + updated SSO guidelines for risk identification and management.

WP Lead:
Dr. Eike Marie Thaysen | Email

Data Management

Integrated, web-based platform to access and visualize project results and data.

WP Lead:
Prof. Geir Ersland | Email