Article E&A Underground Injection Control 
The Energy Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Last week, the Livingston Parish Council introduced a proposed ordinance that would place a moratorium on “the construction of disposal wells and injection wells in the Parish of Livingston.” [1] Tammany zoning ordinance prohibiting hydraulic fracturing was preempted under State law. [4] 1] The proposed ordinance can be viewed here: L.P.
The Energy Law Blog
MARCH 28, 2022
This article focuses on the latter. In addition to the unit order, the operator must receive approval for its injection wells. Rather, it is the approval to use a specific reservoir for injection and storage of carbon dioxide. Regulatory approval for CCUS falls under two broad categories. 30:1101-1111).
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The Energy Law Blog
JUNE 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) that are subject to the requirements of Section 1421 of the Safe Drinking Water Act for the purpose of protecting underground sources of drinking water from endangerment. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.
The Energy Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
On August 30, 2022, the Texas Railroad Commission approved proposed regulations relating to Class VI wells utilized for injecting and sequestering carbon dioxide in geologic formations. The Blog/Web Site should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state regarding a particular matter.
The Energy Law Blog
JUNE 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) that are subject to the requirements of Section 1421 of the Safe Drinking Water Act for the purpose of protecting underground sources of drinking water from endangerment. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.
The Energy Law Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent decision to grant Louisiana primacy over Class VI injection wells. One concern the groups have is that the carbon dioxide may leak into the environment, including underground sources of drinking water. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.
The Energy Law Blog
JUNE 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) that are subject to the requirements of Section 1421 of the Safe Drinking Water Act for the purpose of protecting underground sources of drinking water from endangerment. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.
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