The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has proposed new rules to strengthen safety standards for carbon dioxide (CO2) pipelines, covering both supercritical liquid and gaseous CO2 transport.
These rules, developed after extensive public outreach, include requirements for emergency responder training, public communication during emergencies, vapor dispersion analyses, and protocols for transitioning pipelines to CO2 use.
Reactions to the proposal are mixed. Summit Carbon Solutions, a company developing a 2,500-mile CO2 pipeline in the Midwest, expressed support, emphasizing their commitment to safety and reliability. Conversely, environmental groups like the Sierra Club praised PHMSA for prioritizing public safety but remain cautious about the implications for local communities.
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