Controlled application of nanoparticles for remediation in oil and gas application: strategies, challenges, and innovations.

Yusuf, Esther O.; Amber, Ityona; Officer, Simon; Oluyemi, Gbenga F.

Abstract

This review provides a detailed examination of strategies for controlling the deposition of nanoparticles in porous media, emphasising the factors influencing their long-term stability and the challenges faced in practical applications. The review explores fundamental mechanisms of nanoparticle retention, including surface modification, intelligent materials, and optimised injection techniques, while discussing environmental and operational variables such as flow velocity, pH, ionic strength, and particle size. The review highlights innovative strategies to maintain nanoparticle stability over time, including responsive ligands, smart nanoparticles, self-healing coatings, and encapsulation techniques. Real-world case studies, including projects from Lockheed Martin, NanoRem, and NANO IRM, illustrate the practical application of these strategies in environmental remediation, emphasising the need for regulatory compliance and long-term monitoring. Overall, this review offers critical insights into the controlled application of nanoparticles for remediation, providing a roadmap for addressing the technical and regulatory challenges associated with their deployment in porous media.

Citation

YUSUF, E.O., AMBER, I., OFFICER, S. and OLUYEMI, G. 2025. Controlled application of nanoparticles for remediation in oil and gas application: strategies, challenges, and innovations. Energies [online], 18(4), article number 991. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/en18040991

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Feb 13, 2025
• Online Publication Date: Feb 18, 2025
• Publication Date: Feb 28, 2025
• Deposit Date: Feb 14, 2025
• Publicly Available Date: Feb 20, 2025
• Journal: Energies
• Electronic ISSN: 1996-1073
• Publisher: MDPI
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 18
• Issue: 4
• Article Number: 991
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/en18040991
• Keywords: Nanoparticles; Porous media; Environmental remediation; Controlled deposition; Long-term stability
• Public URL: https://rgu-repository.worktribe.com/output/2702539