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ExxonMobil’s Carbon Capture Gets Texas Green Light | Victoria News
ExxonMobil just got the go-ahead for a massive carbon capture project in Jefferson County, Texas — a move that could slash industrial emissions by up to 90% by burying CO2 deep underground. The Texas Railroad Commission approved it 2-1, but one commissioner raised red flags over long-term safety and questioned whether taxpayers should foot the bill — especially after past projects ran into trouble. Exxon says it’s a proven solution with monitoring wells and pipelines across private land, while federal greenlighting from the EPA is expected to speed up similar projects nationwide. Listen in…
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