Class VI wells are used to inject carbon dioxide deep underground for permanent storage. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Underground Injection Control (UIC) program ensures these wells are built and operated safely to protect public health and drinking water. To enhance transparency throughout the Class VI well permitting process, the EPA launched new online resources. These resources include a Live Data Dashboard and a UIC Class VI Data Repository.  

The Live Data Dashboard is an interactive tool that provides real-time status updates of Class VI well permit applications submitted to the EPA. The new dashboard provides clear visualizations of UIC Class VI well program data and simplifies access to the status of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects and permit applications currently under review by EPA's ten regional offices. As of March 29, 2024, there are 43 projects and 128 applications under review by regional offices. 

While the EPA is responsible for overseeing Class VI well permits throughout the United States, some states, like Louisiana, North Dakota, and Wyoming, have been granted primacy by the EPA. This means they have the authority to manage the Class VI well permitting process within their states. As a result, data from these primacy states is not currently included in the new dashboard.

The UIC Class VI Data Repository is a comprehensive database that allows users to easily access and download information on approved Class VI well permits and applications under review. Documents available in the system include applicant materials, draft and final permits, environmental justice documents, community needs assessments, permit violation notifications, and monitoring reports.

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