California Resources Corporation completed the state's first carbon dioxide injection into two depleted oil and gas reservoirs. The project targets up to 38 million tonnes of CO2 storage, marking a practical step for CCS deployment in California. The injection uses existing wells and geology, which reduces upfront costs compared to building new storage from scratch. This milestone matters because California has ambitious climate targets but limited geological storage experience. The project could serve as a template for other depleted fields in the state. Monitoring and verification will be critical to confirm long-term containment and to qualify for carbon credits under state and federal programs.
