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US Democrats warn of alleged illegal misappropriation of carbon capture funds to support coal

Published 22:39 on July 17, 2026 / Last updated at 22:39 on July 17, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), CO2 Management (CCUS)

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Two US Democratic lawmakers have asked the DOE to halt the obligation of funds previously earmarked for carbon capture programmes that are now planned to be driven towards the coal industry. 
Two US Democratic lawmakers have asked the DOE to halt the obligation of funds previously earmarked for carbon capture programmes that are now planned to be driven towards the coal industry. 


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