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US EPA must improve CO2 injection well permitting, govt watchdog says

Published 00:40 on July 30, 2025 / Last updated at 00:40 on July 30, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), CO2 Management (CCUS, Engineered Removals)

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The US EPA aims to issue CO2 injection well permits within two years, but is not on track to meet that target despite additional resources available to increase expertise and capacity, an independent agency watchdog said Tuesday.
The US EPA aims to issue CO2 injection well permits within two years, but is not on track to meet that target despite additional resources available to increase expertise and capacity, an independent agency watchdog said Tuesday.


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