EPA Grants Louisiana Primacy To Permit CCS Wells, Despite EJ Concerns

EPA has quietly granted Louisiana primary authority under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) to permit carbon dioxide wells needed for carbon capture and storage (CCS), despite concerns from environmental justice (EJ) advocates who fear the approval will harm local communities. “That's a damn shame to announce primacy during Christmas/holiday break. Louisiana cannot be trusted with Primacy,” the Louisiana Sierra Club said in a Dec. 28 tweet. EPA Administrator Michael Regan Dec. 28 signed the rule granting the Pelican State...