Gov. Landry Signs Order Pausing Future Carbon Capture Projects in Louisiana

Gov. Jeff Landry halts new carbon capture applications in Louisiana

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- Gov. Jeff Landry declared a moratorium on new carbon capture injection wells applications in Louisiana on Wednesday. The Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy is ordered to reevaluate the status of Class VI permit applications over the next 45 days. Landry explained that the order is to give residents and local officials a "clear roadmap" to ensure that applications for proposed projects follow sta…

Landry orders moratorium on new carbon capture projects

(The Center Square) – Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, while citing the economic potential of carbon capture and sequestration, on Wednesday ordered a moratorium on approvals of new Class VI injection wells and mandated that state agencies and departments work together to develop procedures and processes to advance the industry. Landry said he has heard the concerns of citizens and communities in Louisiana and called on state agencies, departments, a…

Landry orders moratorium on new carbon capture projects, industry pushes back - American Press

By Alton Wallace | The Center Square Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, while citing the economic potential of carbon capture and sequestration, on Wednesday ordered a moratorium on approvals of new Class VI injection wells and mandated that state agencies and departments work together to develop procedures and processes to advance the industry. Landry said he has heard the concerns of citizens and communities in Louisiana and called on state agencies,…

Landry orders moratorium on new carbon capture projects, industry pushes back

(The Center Square) – Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, while citing the economic potential of carbon capture and sequestration, on Wednesday ordered a moratorium on approvals of new Class VI injection wells and mandated that state agencies and departments work together…

Gov. Jeff Landry halts new Louisiana carbon capture applications. Here's why, what's next.

Gov. Jeff Landry declared a moratorium Wednesday on new applications for carbon capture injection wells in Louisiana after years of growing complaints from people who live near where the projects

Gov. Landry signs order pausing future carbon capture projects in Louisiana

The pause will stay in place until clearer safety and permitting standards are set.