Published by Todd Bush on January 24, 2025
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights from stakeholders on potential partnerships and technological solutions for developing carbon management hubs across California. This initiative is a significant step toward advancing the state’s efforts to achieve carbon neutrality and establish a robust carbon management ecosystem.
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The CEC’s RFI invites input from a wide range of participants, including:
By reaching out to such diverse stakeholders, the CEC hopes to identify approaches, technologies, and partnerships that will enable the development of carbon management hubs. These hubs are envisioned as demonstration sites for DAC technologies and comprehensive carbon management ecosystems that will play a crucial role in meeting California’s ambitious carbon reduction targets.
The primary objective of the proposed carbon management hubs is to advance the deployment of DAC technologies while integrating them into broader carbon capture and storage (CCS) frameworks. These hubs will serve as innovation and demonstration platforms to:
The CEC clarified that this RFI is independent of the Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (CRISP), a grant funding initiative also aimed at supporting carbon management technologies. As such, participation in the RFI will not influence CRISP funding decisions.
The CEC’s announcement comes on the heels of major funding initiatives by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), which recently allocated:
$1.8 billion for the design, construction, and operation of mid- to large-scale commercial DAC plants and infrastructure scaling.
$1.3 billion for investments in transformative CCUS technologies.
While the CEC’s request aligns with the goals of these federal funding opportunities, the agency confirmed it is not applying for funding through the DOE programs. Instead, the RFI will serve to collect data, knowledge, and collaboration opportunities that could attract federal investments to California in the future.
This initiative directly supports the mandates of the California Climate Crisis Act, which commits the state to achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. Additionally, it aligns with the 2022 Scoping Plan developed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The Scoping Plan emphasizes the importance of carbon dioxide removal technologies to mitigate residual emissions that cannot be eliminated through traditional reduction strategies.
The RFI is open for responses until Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to submit their input before the deadline to help shape the future of carbon management in California.
This RFI represents more than just a request for ideas; it’s part of California’s broader vision for addressing climate change. By gathering input from industry leaders, researchers, and community organizations, the CEC aims to lay the groundwork for partnerships that will make carbon management hubs a reality. These hubs could catalyze further federal investments, boost local economies, and position California as a global leader in innovative climate solutions.
To stay updated on California’s carbon capture efforts, explore this recent announcement on California’s first approved CCS project.
As California continues to lead the way in combating climate change, the CEC’s RFI is a pivotal step toward building a sustainable carbon management infrastructure. By inviting input from a wide range of stakeholders, the state is fostering collaboration and innovation that will help achieve its long-term climate goals.
For more details or to submit your response to the RFI, visit the California Energy Commission’s official RFI page.
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