Geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide: Implications for public water systems

摘要

Although commercialization of CCS projects in the United States seems to be several years away, the framework for regulating Class VI (GS) wells is well under way, and key components of these policies could have potential effects on groundwater resources. Commercialization of the technology is not yet certain and is likely to be highly dependent on demand induced by the regulation of CO_2 emissions, whether through USEPA's limited existing authority or potential legislative mandates. Water providers who are interested or potentially affected have an opportunity to become stakeholders in projects that affect them and to ensure that their groundwater resources are properly protected.