• The first commercially permitted carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility in the US, located in Decatur, Illinois, has experienced leaks.
• Residents are concerned about the safety of these leaks and the potential for water contamination.
• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims the leaks pose no threat to water sources, but the public outcry raises questions about transparency and potential risks.
• These leaks cast doubt on the viability of CCS technology as a solution to climate change, especially as more projects are planned in Illinois.
• Some regions in Illinois are considering bans or restrictions on CCS, particularly near sensitive water sources.

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