In addition to conducting research and providing technical assistance on projects, the MRCI works as a resource for those operating in the growing CCUS arena by sharing news and information in a timely fashion with our partners and supporters.
Check out the January 2024 Edition of MRCInfo!
We proudly present our January 2024 newsletter, rounding up news and information relevant to CCS in the MRCI region. Check out the issue here! MRCI NEWS JAN 2024 FINAL
EPA Gives Louisiana Primacy over Class VI Wells
On December 28, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gave Louisiana the primary regulatory authority (primacy) over Class VI wells, the wells used to inject carbon dioxide underground. Louisiana is the third state to be granted primacy after Wyoming was granted primacy in 2020 and North Dakota in 2018. With primacy, Louisiana has the
Upcoming Webinars on COP28 by the IEAGHG
Our friends at the International Energy Agency Greenhouse Gas R&D Program (IEAGHG) are hosting two upcoming webinars related to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, which took place November 30-December 12 in Dubai. COP28 Reflections, a conversation with IEAGHGs Tim Dixon and CCSAs Ruth Herbert 9 am – 10 am EST, Tuesday, December 19,
Opportunity to Learn About Underground Hydrogen Storage in Depleted Reservoirs
Tune in to this United States Energy Association webinar from 2 – 3 p.m. (eastern) December 7, as Battelle Reservoir Geologist Priya Ravi Ganesh presents a study that establishes a foundational perspective for policy makers and market-makers with a high-level assessment of the current state of understanding of the potential and challenges for repurposing depleted
Upcoming Learning Opportunities on CCS CBPs and Workforce Development
Looking for more information on Community Benefit Plans for CCS projects, including Community Engagement and Workforce Diversity? Tune in to these upcoming events: Monday, December 4, 1-4:30 pm (eastern) Join the United States Energy Association (USEA), in coordination with FECM, for a workshop titled “Building Understanding and Improving Engagement through Community Benefits Plans.” This informative
Major Hydrogen Developments in the MRCI Region
On October 13th, the Biden Administration announced the Hydrogen Hubs that will enter the award negotiation phase of the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs Program. Three of the Hubs selected will be located within the MRCI Region: the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen (ARCH2) Hub, serving West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania; the Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (MACH2),