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CARB grant pilot for carbon dioxide removal wins committee approval despite opposition over risks
Summary
SB 643 would establish a CARB-administered $50 million competitive grant program to accelerate carbon dioxide removal demonstration projects in California; supporters called it necessary to meet state CDR targets while opponents urged caution and stronger safeguards.
Sen. Caballeros SB 643 would direct the California Air Resources Board to administer a competitive grant program of up to $50 million to support carbon dioxide removal (CDR) demonstration and deployment in California. The bill requires CARB to prioritize projects that accelerate scalable strategies, distribute grants across geographies and demonstrate community benefit plans.
Supporters including industry…
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