Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s program took place online, and students and facilitators chose to adapt and continue learning to the best of their ability—from the comfort of their own homes.
Category: Research
Revealing the Past with Rock Core
Much of the testing done on core taken from the Minnkota site will be completed at the EERC during summer 2020, and will be used to develop a North Dakota CO2 storage facility permit proposal for Minnkota and Project Tundra.
Energy Storage Opportunity Results from SERC
Changing energy production and supply processes in North Dakota are addressed in a recently completed SERC project.
In Situ Leaching Potential in North Dakota
In situ leaching (ISL) shows potential in North Dakota coal seams, the result of one of three SERC projects completed Spring 2020.
SERC Project Focuses on EMP Impact
Completed under SERC funding, this project focused on identifying the potential effects of an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) on North Dakota's electrical grid.
EERC Women in STEM: Persistance Pays Off
Imposter Syndrome. Tightrope Walk. Isolation. These reoccurring themes follow women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. So what keeps women going?
Exploring New Solutions for Wind Turbine Blades
Wind turbine blade disposal is presenting a challenge to North Dakota wind farms. A SERC project at the EERC is examining recycling and repurposing potential of blades.
EERC Women in STEM: Overcoming Barriers
The EERC employs around 175 full time people, 60% of whom have degrees in a STEM field and hold STEM positions. Of those degree-holders at the EERC, 17% are female.
PCOR: Paving the Way for CCUS
December 31, 2019 marks the end of a decade and the 16-year program known as the Plains CO2 Reduction Partnership. It will continue in a new way as the PCOR Partnership Initiative.
iPIPE Partnership Welcomes New Member: TC Energy
TC Energy joins iPIPE, committing to a continued high level of safety for pipeline operations.
