Texas signs largest offshore lease for carbon capture and storage in U.S. history

REA Response Big news for the Lone Star State! The Texas General Land Office has leased over 271,000 acres off the Gulf Coast to ExxonMobil for an innovative carbon capture project, marking the largest offshore CO2 lease in the nation!   Texas signs largest offshore lease for carbon capture and storage in U.S. history Houston […]

Gov. Abbott Applauds Texas Job Market

REA Response Texas needs to invest in reliable energy for future economic growth and to meet our state’s growing demand for power. Carbon capture is essential for meeting business energy demands while ensuring Texas remains the nation’s economic leader.  Gov. Abbott Applauds Texas Job Market The Dallas Express, Sept. 21, 2024 Texas Gov. Greg Abbott […]

AI’s energy appetite too big for Texas grid, regulators warn

REA Response Texas A&M is partnering in a $26 million project to advance carbon conversion technology, turning waste CO2 into valuable products including biofertilizers, chemicals, and eco-friendly materials.  AI’s energy appetite too big for Texas grid, regulators warn The Register, Oct. 4, 2024 Updated As the saying goes, everything is bigger in Texas, but as […]

Ozona CCS partners with Marubeni to develop CCS projects in Texas, US

REA Response Ozona CCS partners with Marubeni to develop CCS projects in Texas, US Ozona CCS and Marubeni are teaming up to bring advanced carbon capture projects to South Texas’ Eagle Ford Basin. Texas’ unique geology makes it the ideal location for carbon capture and storage development.  Offshore Technology, Sept. 27, 2024 Ozona CCS has […]

The LNG Court Ruling That Could Chill Investment in Clean Energy Infrastructure

REA Response To scale carbon capture and storage, we need a clear, transparent permitting process that maintains environmental standards while avoiding unnecessary delays. We can’t let backlogs and unclear rules hold back a key part of our clean and reliable energy future.   The LNG Court Ruling That Could Chill Investment in Clean Energy Infrastructure […]

Texas A&M Joins $26 Million Initiative To Revolutionize Carbon Utilization

REA Response Texas A&M is partnering in a $26 million project to advance carbon conversion technology, turning waste CO2 into valuable products including biofertilizers, chemicals, and eco-friendly materials.  Texas A&M Joins $26 Million Initiative To Revolutionize Carbon Utilization Texas A&M Today, Sept. 9, 2024 Researchers from Texas A&M University are playing a leading role in […]

Texas Leads Nation in Weather-Related Outages

REA Response Texas’ growing economy and population demand more power. Investing in carbon capture technology can strengthen our grid and provide reliable energy, even during extreme weather conditions.  Texas Leads Nation in Weather-Related Outages The Dallas Express, Jul. 26, 2024 As parts of the state recover from Hurricane Beryl’s impact, recent data shows that Texas […]

Half of Texans don’t think the power grid will hold up this summer: Poll

REA Response A majority of Texans are deeply concerned about a widespread electrical grid failure this summer. Given the anticipated increase in electricity demand, advancing CCUS is the best path to meet energy needs with fewer emissions.  Half of Texans don’t think the power grid will hold up this summer: Poll CBS News, Jun. 24, […]

ExxonMobil taps Air Liquide for low-carbon hydrogen project

REA Response ExxonMobil and Air Liquide teamed up for a $850 million investment in Baytown, to expand low-carbon hydrogen production. Texas is set to lead in producing affordable hydrogen for a reliable energy future.  ExxonMobil taps Air Liquide for low-carbon hydrogen project Utility Dive, Jun. 26, 2024 Dive Brief: ExxonMobil is partnering with industrial gases […]

$38.9 Billion In Proposed Texas Gas Plants Overwhelm Expectations

REA Response More Texans are embracing innovative technology to deliver dispatchable and reliable power. The Texas Energy Fund (TEF) received an impressive 125 applications for 56 gigawatts of new natural gas power generation.  $38.9 Billion In Proposed Texas Gas Plants Overwhelm Expectations My RGV, Jun. 10, 2024 The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) said […]

Commentary: Texas needs to support carbon capture and storage technology

REA Response Carbon capture and storage can generate added dispatchable power with fewer emissions. Texas is well-equipped to scale up CCS technology thanks to our abundant natural resources and underground storage spaces, especially along the Gulf Coast.  Commentary: Texas needs to support carbon capture and storage technology My RGV, Jun. 10, 2024 When it comes […]