Conference Agenda

Carbon capture, use and storage (CCUS) technologies have evolved with digitization to optimize the identification of suitable sites. This process involves injecting and confining CO₂ into subway geological formations, such as depleted hydrocarbon reservoirs, to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.

The Volve field in Norway is an ideal candidate for CO₂ storage due to its high porosity and good permeability. To evaluate its capacity, its petrophysical properties were analyzed using advanced computational tools in Python, using the Pandas library to process and visualize the data.

The study covered wells 15/9-F-1 A, 15/9-F-1 B and 15/9-F-1, evaluating key parameters such as porosity, permeability and in situ hydrocarbon volume. Applying probabilistic and deterministic models based on Bachu equations, a storage capacity between 4.67 × 10⁹ kg and 8.77 × 10⁹ kg of CO₂ was estimated. Well 15/9-F-1 proved to be the most suitable, with a maximum capacity of 8.77 × 10⁹ kg. These findings confirm the feasibility of the Volve field for CCUS projects, providing a solid foundation for future investigations.

The Pantanos de Villa Wildlife Refuge is located in the urban area of Metropolitan Lima (Peru). This ecosystem, despite being a natural area protected by the State and Ramsar Wetland, is frequently impacted by humans with solid waste, among others. Based on an assessment of the surface water quality of the wetland in 2021, its current status was determined considering three different bodies of water; spring (Las Palmeras), canal (Sangradero) and lagoons (Las Delicias and Mayor). The results reflected favorable conditions in terms of pH content in a range of 7.0 to 8.5, conductivity in a range of 2630 to 10,390 μS/cm due to the nature of the coastal wetland near the sea. However, parameters such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), nitrates, oils and fats, and dissolved oxygen exceeded the Water Quality Standards of Perú, category 4, subcategory 1 (DS-004-2017-MINAM). Likewise, some parameters such as of oils and fats and nitrates, they exceeded the standards of international norms such as ASEAN, CONAGUA and Ecological Criteria of Water Quality. Finally, to obtain a comprehensive rating of the water quality of the wetland, the ICA-PE (CCME) index was used. It was obtained that the spring is in a regular state, while the lagoons and the canal presented a poor water quality, which would mean that these bodies of water are subject to constant sources of contamination and represent a risk to the health and ecosystem services of the wetland.

The mining, although essential for global economic development, faces significant criticism due to its negative impact on the environment and local communities. Problems such as water and air pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss underscore the need for environmental management practices that balance extractive activity with sustainable development. This study conducts an RSL using the PICOC methodology, which organizes and breaks down research questions related to the environmental impacts of mining, the implementation of environmental management practices, and the effectiveness of innovative versus traditional methods. Thirty articles published between 2019 and 2024 were analyzed, identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sustainability of the mining sector. The results highlight that while environmental management contributes significantly to sustainability, its implementation remains limited due to technical and economic barriers. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning have shown potential to improve operational efficiency and reduce the environmental footprint. The importance of involving local communities in environmental management processes is also highlighted, promoting transparency and trust. The review concludes that an interdisciplinary approach that integrates the circular economy, social justice and technological innovation is necessary to optimize mining practices. It also proposes developing more robust and collaborative policies between governments, companies and communities, ensuring a sustainable and equitable model. This study provides a frame of reference for future research and strategies aimed at mitigating the impacts of mining on the environment and societies.

This systematic review aims to investigate how renewable energies influence the reduction of the carbon footprint and its effects in the manufacturing field, in order to do so the PRISMA technology has been used and 26 articles have been analyzed, which mention the types of renewable energies, limitations, benefits, applied context and the percentage of the carbon footprint reduction. The studies highlight that photovoltaic energy, solar energy and biomass are the most effective for achieving the objective mentioned in the research. Finally, a section is developed where the results of the PRISMA investigation are compared and final conclusions and recommendations are given.

Only 76% of rural homes have access to electricity, the communities of Quiral Quichqui, Las Tres Boas and Huaylacucho face serious limitations in the use of energy, the region generates more than 700,000 tons of agricultural and livestock waste annually, the objective of this research is to analyze the feasibility of using biomass as a source of electric energy to supply the rural communities of Quiral Quichqui, Las Tres Boas and Huaylacucho in Huancavelica promoting energy sustainability and improving the quality of life of its inhabitants, a methodology was established in which first the rural communities in need of electricity supply in the district of Huancavelica were identified, followed by the population of the 3 populated centers, the design of a biogas plant was developed and a proposal for the implementation of a biogas and electric power production plant was determined. As a result, the project shows that the communities of Quiral Quichqui, Las Tres Boas and Huaylacucho have a wide availability of biomass to generate biogas. Biodigesters of 500 m3 are required, capable of producing 456.62 kwh/day of electric energy each. The system will use an efficient biogas generator (50% methane, more than 50% conversion), ensuring constant energy and taking advantage of by-products such as bioslurry and residual sludge for fertilization, strengthening local agriculture.

Forests help mitigate global warming by capturing carbon dioxide, making their conservation crucial, especially for endangered ecosystems like montane forests. In the Sierra of Lima, the Bosque de Zárate Reserved Zone in Huarochirí protects a western montane forest with rich endemic biodiversity, spanning 2,700–3,200 m.a.s.l.

The main challenge for conservation is the lack of financial resources from authorities and the San Bartolome community. To address this problem, this research included the following: (1) Estimating carbon storage in the aboveground biomass of chachacomo and calo trees, (2) Identifying compensable economic activities using emissions data from the MINAM "Carbon Footprint Peru" platform, and (3) Proposing a financing alternative for conservation.

Twenty-seven plots (250m² each) at 3,034–3,200 m.a.s.l. were analyzed. Researchers measured tree height and diameter, applied allometric equations to estimate biomass, and converted it into stored carbon and CO₂ equivalents: The area stored 82.43 tons of carbon, averaging 1.67 tC/ha. Chachacomo contributed 1.28 tC/ha, making it the dominant species and a strong carbon sink. Calo contributed 0.87 tC/ha. The forest stored 302.52 tons of CO₂eq. Office-based companies interested in offsetting their carbon footprint were identified as a target market to fund conservation through voluntary contributions.

Climate change education has shifted from simple debates to more complex decision-making processes, emphasizing local-scale solutions. Nonetheless, while discussions often focus on climate change causes and impacts, concrete solutions remain underdefined. The En-ROADS simulator, developed by Climate Interactive and MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative, provides an interactive platform for exploring climate mitigation strategies. This study utilized En-ROADS to model two climate policy scenarios: (1) a game-based approach aligning with the simulator’s suggested framework, and (2) a scenario based on the Asia Pacific Energy Research Centre (APERC) carbon neutrality proposal. The findings demonstrate that while both approaches effectively reduce projected global temperatures, the APERC-based strategy yields more significant results due to its more aggressive mitigation measures. En-ROADS proves to be a versatile educational and policy tool, fostering critical thinking and engagement in climate decision-making. Its ability to simulate diverse climate scenarios highlights its potential for supporting resource management strategies and increasing awareness of global climate change challenges.