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“Why Eminent Domain Should Be Banned for Illinois CO2 Pipelines””
Join NWSOFA’S Climate & Environmental Oct zoom
Tuesday, November 25th @ 7 PM CT zoom
Join NWSOFA for a Climate Change meeting on Tuesday, November 25th at 7:00 PM CT (via Zoom) for “Why Eminent Domain Should Be Banned for Illinois CO2 Pipelines”. Specifically re: IL – Has implications for all States!
Guest Speakers: Kathleen Campbell and Rick Stuckey
This month, the featured speakers are Kathleen Campbell, President of “Citizens Against Heartland Greenwashing Projects” (CAHGP) and Rick Stuckey is Director of “Save Our Illinois Lands” (SOIL). Kathleen brings a wealth of expertise and is eager to share her insights on carbon pipeline safety and ongoing advocacy campaigns.
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Hosted by NWSOFA Climate & Environmental Change team lead Mark Lundholm. Together, we’ll explore real-world solutions and inspiring progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
CAHGP is gearing up to launch a bold new initiative to ban the use of eminent domain for CO₂ pipelines in Illinois. Although the SAFE CCS Act—passed in July 2024—reformed some aspects of carbon capture and storage (CCS) regulation, it failed to restrict eminent domain powers for CO₂ pipelines despite advocacy from local groups. Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) declined to set such limits, making grassroots advocacy like Kathy’s more important than ever.
Pipeline safety is crucial for communities and landowners
Pipeline safety is crucial for communities and landowners. Leakage or rupture from a CO₂ pipeline poses severe risks to people, animals, and livestock. Proposed pipeline projects in Illinois, pushed by major corporations, would have endangered residents without a sufficient safety or rescue plan.
As a landowner previously targeted by a multi-state pipeline project from Navigator CO2 Ventures—a project ultimately canceled due to strong grassroots organizing—Kathy was key in rallying Sangamon County and offering critical testimony to the ICC regarding health and safety.
Now retired but exceptionally active, Kathy Campbell continues to lead efforts against hazardous CO₂ pipelines and sequestration projects. With 14 new CCS projects proposed for Illinois, all requiring pipelines, her perspective on risks, organizing, and the campaign for legislative reform is timely and vital. Join us for this urgent and eye-opening discussion—Kathy is an acclaimed presenter ready to inform and inspire action.
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