Louisiana's big step in carbon capture

Republicans and Democrats in fossil fuel-friendly Louisiana, swayed by the promise of state permitting authority and generous tax incentives appear to have come together on carbon capture and storage.

Lylla Younes reports for Grist.

In short:

• Louisiana now has the authority to approve carbon capture projects, a change met with mixed reactions.
• Environmental concerns include potential health risks and the impact on overburdened, predominantly Black and low-income communities.
• The state aims to use this industry to create jobs and promote economic growth, despite skepticism about its long-term benefits and safety.

Key quote:

“We’re building in monitoring and oversight measures to ensure that the state — regardless of who is in the governor’s office — complies” with federal law.

— Michael Regan, EPA Administrator

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