Outdoor seating, particularly in urban or industrial areas, can inadvertently disrupt underground CO2 storage monitoring systems. These monitoring setups often rely on sensitive seismic sensors and ground-based instruments to track CO2 migration and leakage. The weight and vibrations from outdoor furniture, foot traffic, or nearby activities may introduce noise into seismic data, reducing the accuracy of measurements. Additionally, large seating installations could physically obstruct access to monitoring wells or equipment.

Temperature fluctuations caused by shaded or sun-exposed seating areas might also skew subsurface thermal readings, which are critical for assessing CO2 behavior. To mitigate these issues, planners should avoid placing heavy or high-traffic seating near monitoring sites and opt for lightweight, low-impact designs in sensitive zones. Proper site assessment and ongoing calibration of monitoring equipment can help minimize data distortions caused by outdoor seating arrangements.