#2026-05453Colorado Yer Altı Enjeksiyon Kontrol Programı; Sınıf VI Yetkisi
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The EPA is considering Colorado's application to take over regulation of carbon dioxide injection wells (Class VI wells) used for carbon capture and storage. If approved, Colorado would manage its own permitting for underground CO2 storage instead of the federal government. This affects energy companies pursuing carbon capture projects in Colorado, and the state's energy regulators. This is significant for the carbon capture industry — state-level permitting could be faster and more tailored to local geology.
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Action
Proposed rule; notification of public hearing.
Obligations
What this law requires
Colorado's Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) must issue and enforce compliance with UIC Class VI permits for injection wells used for geologic carbon sequestration within Colorado state boundaries
Colorado must implement the UIC program for Class VI injection wells in compliance with federal requirements under SDWA section 1422 and applicable regulations in 40 CFR parts 144, 145, and 146
Energy companies operating Class VI injection wells in Colorado must obtain and maintain UIC Class VI permits issued by the ECMC
Energy companies operating Class VI injection wells in Colorado must comply with permit conditions and enforcement actions issued by the ECMC
The EPA retains primacy and regulatory authority over Class VI injection wells located on Indian lands within Colorado; Colorado ECMC cannot issue permits for these wells