§ 17253. Geologic sequestration training and research
(a)
Study
(1)
In general
The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences to undertake a study that—
(A)
defines an interdisciplinary program in geology, engineering, hydrology, environmental science, and related disciplines that will support the Nation’s capability to capture and sequester carbon dioxide from anthropogenic sources;
(B)
addresses undergraduate and graduate education, especially to help develop graduate level programs of research and instruction that lead to advanced degrees with emphasis on geologic sequestration science;
(b)
Grant program
(1)
Establishment
The Secretary shall establish a competitive grant program through which colleges and universities may apply for and receive 4-year grants for—
(2)
Renewal
Grants under this subsection shall be renewable for up to 2 additional 3-year terms, based on performance criteria, established by the National Academy of Sciences study conducted under subsection (a), that include the number of graduates of such programs.
(3)
Interface with regional geologic carbon sequestration partnerships
To the greatest extent possible, geologic carbon sequestration science programs supported under this subsection shall interface with the research of the Regional Carbon Sequestration Partnerships operated by the Department to provide internships and practical training in carbon capture and geologic sequestration.