MEDIA ADVISORY FOR THURSDAY, JULY 24, 10 A.M. EDT: Geologic Sequestration of CO2 Will Require Rigorous Regulatory Framework
WHAT: Geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide, also known as carbon capture and storage (CCS), could significantly reduce global warming pollution from coal-fired plants and other industrial processes, but only if properly regulated. The U.S. House Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials will hear testimony this week related to CCS rules proposed last week by the Environmental Protection Agency.
WHO: Scott Anderson, senior policy advisor with Environmental Defense Fund.
WHY: CCS is a major part of the solution to climate change, though only a part. Public acceptance will require rigorous and credible regulations. CCS is feasible and knowledge will increase dramatically as the technology is deployed on a large scale, but even initial regulations need to protect drinking water. For wide scale deployment, carbon cap and trade legislation must be passed.
WHEN: Thursday, July 24, 10 a.m. EDT
WHERE: Room 2322, Rayburn House Office Building
CONTACT: Scott Anderson, 512.691.3410 or
Media Contact: Chris Smith, 512.691.3451-w or 512.659.9264-c
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