Michigan SB0822 regulates carbon dioxide sequestration projects, including permitting, monitoring, and financial assurance requirements.
Michigan SB0822 amends the Michigan Environmental Protection Act to regulate carbon dioxide sequestration projects. The bill mandates that operators obtain permits from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Permit applications must include detailed plans, financial assurance, and environmental impact assessments. The department must hold public hearings and consider public comments before issuing permits. Operators must monitor sites for at least 30 years post-injection and maintain insurance.
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