Publication date: May 11, 2024
ExxonMobil's Carbon Capture Initiative in Montana Raises Environmental Concerns

ExxonMobil's Carbon Capture Initiative in Montana Raises Environmental Concerns

ExxonMobil's plan to capture and store emissions underground to combat climate change faces local opposition despite global support.

Carbon Capture

ExxonMobil, in collaboration with the Biden administration, is embarking on an ambitious carbon capture initiative in Montana, aiming to sequester emissions from power plants and industries to mitigate global warming. While this effort has gained significance with White House and UN backing, critics argue that it might inadvertently prolong the reliance on polluting energy sources, delaying the transition to renewable energy like solar and wind. Moreover, growing local resistance poses a significant challenge to the project's progress.