Geologic sequestration

Geologic sequestration
  A type of engineered sequestration, where captured carbon dioxide is injected for permanent storage into underground geologic reservoirs, such as oil and natural gas fields, saline aquifers, or abandoned coal mines.
  U.S. Dept. of Energy, Energy Information Administration's Energy Glossary

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