South Dakota Denies Major Permit for Controversial $8.9 Billion Carbon Pipeline

In a significant regulatory decision, the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission has rejected a crucial permit for a massive carbon capture pipeline proposed by Summit Carbon Solutions. The project, which aimed to create an extensive network designed to transport carbon dioxide captured from various sources to storage facilities in North Dakota, is valued at approximately $8.9 billion. This determination marks a setback for not only the developers but also the broader clean energy initiatives being pursued across the Midwest.

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South Dakota's Pipeline Law Reversal: A Major Setback for Ethanol Industry

In a significant turn of events, South Dakota is set to repeal legislation that regulated the construction of fuel pipelines, a move that holds serious implications for the U.S. ethanol sector. The repeal underscores ongoing tensions in the energy landscape as state officials grapple with the future of renewable fuel production against a backdrop of changing environmental policies and energy needs.

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