An oil field became California’s first carbon vault. Who’s responsible if something goes wrong?
- Posted on August 10, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
California has pioneered carbon sequestration by converting an abandoned oil field into the state's first permanent CO2 storage facility. This innovative climate solution raises critical questions about liability and oversight when storing greenhouse gases underground. As carbon capture technology expands, regulators must establish clear frameworks defining who bears responsibility if leaks or geological failures occur, balancing environmental protection with industrial development incentives.
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An oil field became California’s first carbon vault. Who’s responsible if something goes wrong?
Nearly four years ago, California lawmakers ordered state regulators to prepare for an industry that promised a new way to fight climate change: permanently burying carbon dioxide underground.
