GHG Measure 30

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GHG-30

Explore Pathway for Carbon Capture and Sequestration

Measure

The County will initiate an effort to explore a potential amendment to the Zoning Code to include a permitting pathway for carbon capture and sequestration projects.

Not Started

The efforts for this measure have not started.

Implementation

Identify, through the Zoning Code amendment evaluation process, the appropriate permitting pathway and hearing body for carbon capture and sequestration projects, and include research on any potential safety and environmental impact concerns associated with various technology solutions. In addition, identify any appropriate permitting pathway (if necessary) for composting and other agricultural sequestration practices identified in GHG-01.

Timeframe: Near term

GHG Reduction Potential: Not quantified

Sector: Multiple

Target Indicator: Research is complete and recommendation of next steps are determined.

Status of Implementation

This measure was included in the November 2022 Board of Supervisors Zoning Code Updates Priorities Workshop. Staff is proposing a Comprehensive Zoning Code Update beginning in FY 24/25 to include this measure.

Updated 12/6/23

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GHG-30

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