CPS CENLA Hub — Central Louisiana Carbon Storage Hub

Environmental Stewardship: BGE Supports CapturePoint’s CO₂ Storage Field Development

CapturePoint, LLC proposes to develop an underground CO₂ storage field in Vernon Parish, designed to support regional carbon reduction initiatives and long-term emissions management. The project will include multiple CO₂ injection wells, a pump station, access roads, and flowlines connecting the system’s core infrastructure.

BGE is providing comprehensive environmental services to support the project from early planning through construction. Our team conducted wetland and waterbody delineations and completed a protected species assessment to identify sensitive resources and reduce potential impacts. We also developed permitting strategies and timelines that guide the project through a clear regulatory pathway.

BGE is managing all USACE Section 404 permitting needs in support of the project’s Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and engineering basis of design. In addition, we will prepare and administer LPDES stormwater permits, along with conducting project stormwater inspections to ensure proper site controls.

During construction begins, BGE is providing dedicated environmental inspection services to verify compliance, maintain regulatory alignment, and protect natural resources throughout on-site activities.

Through strong agency coordination, technical expertise, and field oversight, BGE is helping deliver a responsible, sustainable carbon storage project that supports Louisiana’s commitment to energy transition and environmental stewardship.

Key Takeaways

• BGE is conducting wetland and waterbody delineations to identify and minimize impacts to jurisdictional resources.
• Protected species assessments ensure compliance with state and federal wildlife regulations.
• A comprehensive permitting strategy and timeline is being developed to keep the project on schedule.
• USACE Section 404 permitting is being prepared and coordinated for all jurisdictional impacts.
• BGE is supporting FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) and contributing to the engineering basis of design.
• LPDES stormwater permitting and stormwater inspections ensure proper erosion and sediment controls.
• Construction environmental inspections safeguard environmental compliance throughout field activities

Conclusion

BGE’s multidisciplinary environmental support positions CapturePoint’s CO₂ storage field for responsible, compliant, and efficient development. By integrating resource delineations, species assessments, permitting expertise, and construction-phase oversight, BGE is helping advance a project that contributes to Louisiana’s long-term carbon management goals while protecting critical environmental resources.

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