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Carbon Sequestration Collaboration Act
5/24/2024, 1:37 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4824
Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide emissions from sources such as power plants and industrial facilities in order to mitigate climate change. This bill aims to support research and development efforts in carbon sequestration technology, as well as provide funding for demonstration projects.
The Carbon Sequestration Collaboration Act also seeks to establish a framework for the regulation and monitoring of carbon sequestration projects, in order to ensure their effectiveness and safety. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the establishment of a Carbon Sequestration Advisory Board, which will provide guidance and recommendations on the implementation of carbon sequestration projects. Overall, the Carbon Sequestration Collaboration Act is aimed at promoting collaboration and innovation in the field of carbon sequestration, in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
Congressional Summary of HR 4824
Carbon Sequestration Collaboration Act
This bill modifies the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to revise and expand the Department of Energy's program to research, develop, demonstrate, and commercialize carbon storage. Specifically, it directs the program to include terrestrial carbon sequestration (i.e., the storage of carbon in plants and biomass) and carbon sequestration in geologic formations (e.g., carbon sequestration in basins or aquifers).
The Department of Energy (DOE) must also annually submit a long-term strategic and prioritized research plan that identifies and addresses scientific challenges for widespread adoption of terrestrial carbon sequestration and carbon sequestration in geological formations. DOE must submit the first research plan within two years of this bill's enactment.

