Big News for Texas Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Projects:
The EPA has officially granted the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) UIC Class VI primacy, giving the state primary authority over Class VI CO₂ injection wells starting December 15, 2025.
Why this Matters:
Texas CCS developers can expect more streamlined UIC Class VI permitting and effective stakeholder and agency engagement. With 18 applications already under review, and many more coming, this shift is a major step toward accelerating commercial-scale CO₂ storage projects across the state.
Combined with enhanced federal IRS 45Q tax credits, suitable geology, and existing infrastructure, Texas is now positioned as one of the most competitive jurisdictions in the U.S. for CCS development.
GSI has supported UIC Class VI projects nationwide with:
✔ Site screening and geologic/hydrogeologic characterization
✔ Class VI permit preparation and regulator-ready submittals
✔ Multi-phase reservoir modeling
✔ Practical and cost-effective testing and monitoring plan design and implementation
✔ Stakeholder and agency engagement
✔ Detailed artificial penetration review and Corrective Action Plan design
✔ Water resource assessments
✔ Alignment with IRS 45Q, LCFS, and EPA GHG reporting requirements
We support clients with strong, regulator-ready applications that keep projects moving efficiently from feasibility through permitting and operation. Reach out to learn how GSI can support your Class VI project.
Curious how each state stacks up across the U.S.? Check out GSI’s free RegReady Map Tool, which scores all 50 states across 14 CCS-related regulatory factors—including UIC Class VI Primacy. https://www.gsienv.com/software/other-models-and-tools/regready-map-tool/
For questions, please contact Danny Kingham at dbkingham@gsienv.com.
