The Energy Law
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
The construction and monitoring of Class VI injection wells and the financial responsibility requirements for Class VI well operators are currently regulated by the EPA under the Underground Injection Control program of the Safe Drinking Water Act. [2]
The Energy Law
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
On August 30, 2022, the Texas Railroad Commission approved proposed regulations relating to Class VI wells utilized for injecting and sequestering carbon dioxide in geologic formations.
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The Energy Law
JUNE 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) that are subject to the requirements of Section 1421 of the Safe Drinking Water Act for the purpose of protecting underground sources of drinking water from endangerment. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.
The Energy Law
JUNE 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) that are subject to the requirements of Section 1421 of the Safe Drinking Water Act for the purpose of protecting underground sources of drinking water from endangerment. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.
The Energy Law
MARCH 28, 2022
In addition to the unit order, the operator must receive approval for its injection wells. The pertinent regulations are in Statewide Order No. 29-B and address permitting, construction, operations, monitoring, testing, reporting, and closure for Class II wells.
The Energy Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
One concern the groups have is that the carbon dioxide may leak into the environment, including underground sources of drinking water. The decision came after four public hearings between 2021 and 2023, and review of over 45,000 public comments.
The Energy Law
JUNE 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) that are subject to the requirements of Section 1421 of the Safe Drinking Water Act for the purpose of protecting underground sources of drinking water from endangerment. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.
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