At least two companies are planning to convert natural gas pipelines to carry carbon dioxide instead, but there aren’t yet any federal safety rules to cover them. Nicholas Kusnetz reports for Inside Climate News. This includes a novel and potentially risky dive into converting existing natural gas pipelines to carry carbon dioxide. Key quote:“This stuff can kill,” said Richard Kuprewicz, an independent consultant and pipeline safety expert. Read Nicholas Kusnetz's story at Inside Climate News.

Source: The Guardian July 04, 2023 14:47 UTC