Michigan lawmakers just took a major step toward building cleaner energy infrastructure — and they did it with support from both sides of the aisle.
On Sept. 4, the Michigan State Senate approved three bills that would allow carbon capture and storage projects across the state, as reported by Michigan Public. These projects aim to capture carbon pollution before it enters the atmosphere and store it deep underground — a strategy that could help Michigan achieve its ambitious goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
So, what does that mean exactly?
Carbon is a natural part of the air we breathe, but when we burn coal, oil, and gas, we release too much of it. That extra carbon builds up in the atmosphere, warming the planet and affecting weather, farms, and even our health.
Carbon storage is one way to deal with the problem. It works by capturing carbon from factories and power plants, storing it far below the surface, and preventing it from contributing more heat to the air we all share.
"This legislation, should it be successful, will help Michigan reach our climate goals faster," said Sen. Sean McCann, who sponsored the bills.
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Carbon capture technology has been a topic of debate, with critics concerned about potential safety risks and whether it might prolong reliance on fossil fuels. Sen. Jeff Irwin voiced his hesitation, calling it "potentially dangerous" and warning against "generating more pollution just to put this other pollution under the ground."
Still, many experts and lawmakers argue that it's an essential piece of the puzzle for reducing pollution in hard-to-decarbonize sectors, such as manufacturing. "We've learned from other states as far as how to go about this," McCann said. "We've had lots of expert involvement."
What happens next? If the House passes the bills and the governor signs them, Michigan will join other states already using carbon storage to cut pollution and improve air quality. This would provide local authorities with another tool to reduce their pollution while supporting the state's clean energy transition.
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