Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Louisiana HB 1156 Proposes Safety Rules for Carbon Dioxide Sequestration Wells and Pipelines

Louisiana introduced HB 1156 in March 2026, proposing a comprehensive safety and environmental framework for Class VI carbon dioxide sequestration wells and transport pipelines. Operators must prepare for stringent siting setbacks, 50-year post-injection monitoring, and enhanced emergency response coordination, significantly increasing the compliance and financial assurance burden for CCS projects in the state.

3 Apr 2026, 18:50legis.la.govUnited States

Louisiana HB1136 Proposes Ban On CO₂ Sequestration Pipelines In Petroleum Rights-Of-Way

Louisiana HB1136 proposes a ban on co-locating carbon dioxide sequestration pipelines within existing petroleum pipeline rights-of-way. This measure would increase land-acquisition costs and regulatory complexity for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects by requiring dedicated infrastructure corridors.

3 Apr 2026, 18:48legis.la.govUnited States

US Senate Introduces S.4222 To Set End Date For Carbon Oxide Tax Credit

US Senate bill S.4222 proposes a statutory sunset for carbon oxide tax credits, potentially ending federal financial incentives for carbon capture and storage. This development signals a shift toward phasing out long-term subsidies, requiring firms to re-assess the financial viability and ROI of carbon sequestration projects.

1 Apr 2026, 14:14congress.govUnited States

Germany Adopts Hydrogen Acceleration Act and Consults on Gas and Hydrogen Network Plan

Germany has enacted the Hydrogen Acceleration Act and initiated the 2025 Gas and Hydrogen Network Plan to fast-track national infrastructure rollout. The framework streamlines permitting and capacity reservation, providing the legal certainty required for industrial players to commit to long-term hydrogen-based decarbonization.

31 Mar 2026, 21:26bundestag.deGermanyEuropean Union

US H.R. 8108 Proposes End Date For Carbon Oxide Tax Credit

US House bill H.R. 8108 proposes a statutory end date for federal income tax credits for qualified carbon oxide sequestration. This legislative sunset would require firms to reassess the long-term financial viability and investment timelines for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects.

29 Mar 2026, 17:57congress.govUnited States

Lithuania Environment Minister Order D1-24 Updates EU ETS Free Allocation and Aviation Rules

Lithuania has implemented stricter EU ETS rules (Order D1-24) effective February 2026, linking free emission allowances to energy audit compliance and climate-neutrality planning. Industrial and aviation operators face a 20% reduction in free allowances for failing to implement efficiency measures, necessitating tighter integration of energy management and decarbonization strategies.

29 Mar 2026, 17:51e-tar.ltLithuania

Swedish Energy Agency Publishes 2025 Mapping of Carbon Capture Capacity

The Swedish Energy Agency's 2025 mapping reveals a significant increase in permitted CCS capacity to 5.4 million tonnes annually, reflecting rapid progress in project approvals. This trend signals strengthening infrastructure for industrial decarbonization and negative emissions, aligning with EU Net-Zero Industry Act targets for 2030.

29 Mar 2026, 06:36energimyndigheten.seSweden

Norway Proposes Amendments to Climate Quota Act and Pollution Control Act for Offshore Greenhouse Gas Transport and Storage (Prop. 82 L)

Norway proposed legislative amendments in March 2026 to extend the scope of pollution and climate laws to offshore greenhouse gas transport and storage. This aligns national law with EU ETS requirements for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), creating a clear legal basis for future regulations on cross-border carbon transport and marine geoengineering.

29 Mar 2026, 05:58regjeringen.noNorway

DESNZ Adds Further Clarification Questions For ECC Teesside CCUS Selection Process

The UK government has issued final technical clarifications for the East Coast Cluster (ECC) Teesside CCUS selection process ahead of the April 2026 application deadline. Applicants must now finalize project-specific cost estimates and commercial pathways, noting increased flexibility on investment timing but strict adherence to infrastructure connection requirements.

28 Mar 2026, 20:36gov.ukUnited Kingdom

EU Publishes Case Study on Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage Technologies for Hard-To-Abate Industries

The EU Commission has released a case study on CCUS technologies for hard-to-abate industries, signaling sustained policy and funding support for industrial carbon management. Energy-intensive businesses should monitor these demonstration projects to align long-term decarbonization strategies with emerging EU technological priorities.

28 Mar 2026, 18:22op.europa.euEuropean Union

Norway and Belgium Sign Bilateral Agreement on Cross-Border CO₂ Pipeline Transport

Norway and Belgium have formalized a bilateral agreement to enable cross-border CO2 pipeline transport and offshore storage. This agreement provides the necessary legal framework to de-risk large-scale CCS investments and accelerate decarbonization for hard-to-abate industrial sectors.

28 Mar 2026, 16:12regjeringen.noNorwayBelgium

Germany Adopts Climate Protection Programme 2026 to Close 2030 Emissions Gap

Germany has adopted the Climate Protection Programme 2026, a 67-measure roadmap designed to close the 25-million-tonne CO2 gap required to meet 2030 national climate targets. Businesses should prepare for sector-specific regulatory updates, including revised packaging laws, new industrial electrification subsidies, and stricter GHG quotas in transport.

27 Mar 2026, 08:37bundesumweltministerium.deGermany

UK OPRED Confirms No EIA Required for Hamilton A Platform Injector Well DR/2604/0

UK OPRED ruled in March 2026 that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required for repurposing the Hamilton A Platform injector well for CO2 storage. This decision accelerates the HyNet carbon capture project's infrastructure timeline while mandating rigorous operational compliance for seabed protection and emissions monitoring.

27 Mar 2026, 07:46assets.publishing.service.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

California AB 2606 Proposes Subsurface Low-Carbon Demonstration Projects and CSU Bakersfield Research Partnerships

California AB 2606 proposes to prioritize state permitting for low-carbon subsurface projects, including carbon capture, hydrogen, and critical mineral extraction. Operators in the energy and carbon management sectors may benefit from accelerated approvals and state-backed research partnerships to scale transition technologies.

26 Mar 2026, 19:17leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

European Parliament Blocks Delegated Regulation on Permanent Carbon Removals Certification Methodologies

The European Parliament has blocked the adoption of EU carbon removal certification methodologies, preventing the proposed delegated regulation from entering into force. This move signals that future standards will require more rigorous lifecycle emission accounting and permanence safeguards, delaying the operationalization of the Union certification framework for project developers.

26 Mar 2026, 11:59europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

UK DESNZ Updates CCUS East Coast Cluster Teesside Selection Clarifications

The UK government has issued critical clarifications for the CCUS East Coast Cluster Teesside selection process ahead of the April 10, 2026, application deadline. These updates refine eligibility and evidence requirements for industrial carbon capture and hydrogen projects, signaling a shift toward more complex "Capture-as-a-Service" and "Transition Access" business models.

24 Mar 2026, 11:13gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Alaska Adopts Carbon Storage and Class VI Well Regulations (20 AAC 25)

Alaska has finalized comprehensive regulations for carbon storage and Class VI injection wells, effective April 18, 2026, to secure state primacy over federal permitting. This framework establishes rigorous long-term obligations for CCUS developers, including 50-year post-injection monitoring and mandatory financial assurance for site closure.

24 Mar 2026, 09:30notice.alaska.govUnited States

UK Government Confirms First Carbon Capture Contract For Padeswood Cement Plant And Highlights Peak Cluster CCS Plans

The UK Government has confirmed the first Industrial Carbon Capture (ICC) contract for the Padeswood cement plant, marking a key execution milestone for the HyNet and Peak Cluster decarbonization projects. This transition to practical implementation reinforces CCS as the primary strategic pathway for ensuring the long-term operational viability and emissions compliance of carbon-intensive foundational industries.

21 Mar 2026, 16:21qna.files.parliament.ukUnited Kingdom

Basque Government and Industry Sign MoU for ‘Hub Norte’ CCUS Industrial Decarbonisation Hub

Spanish regional authorities and industrial leaders have launched the ‘Hub Norte’ CCUS initiative to build a carbon capture and storage value chain across Northern Spain. This development provides a critical infrastructure roadmap for hard-to-abate sectors to meet net-zero targets and secures a strategic position for future EU decarbonization funding.

20 Mar 2026, 15:56euskadi.eusSpainEuropean Union

Germany Adopts First Act Amending High Seas Dumping Act on Marine Geo-Engineering and CO₂ Export

Germany has enacted amendments to the High Seas Dumping Act to regulate marine geo-engineering and enable the export of CO2 for offshore storage. This aligns national law with international protocols, creating a legal pathway for cross-border carbon capture and storage (CCS) while imposing strict research-only limits on marine carbon removal technologies.

20 Mar 2026, 15:53recht.bund.deGermany