Bill would require environmental impact statement for CO2 pipelines

Map of porposed carbon dioxide capture pipelines in the region. SDNW graphic.

PIERRE, SD (KELO.com) — Summit Carbon Solutions wants to build 700-miles of CO2 pipeline through South Dakota.  Before it does, the company would have to provide an environmental impact state under terms of a bill passed by a legislative committee Monday morning.  Supporters of the bill say it’s a public safety measure.  Critics say current regulations are sufficient.