The LCFS and CCS Protocol is a policy in California that aims to diversify the state's fuel mix, reduce petroleum dependency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants. The protocol places lifecycle carbon intensity targets on all transportation fuels sold in California, with fuels that have a lower carbon intensity generating credits and fuels with a higher carbon intensity generating deficits. In 2018, the LCFS was amended to enable CCS projects that reduce emissions associated with the production of transport fuels sold in California and projects that directly capture CO2 from the air to generate LCFS credits. To qualify, projects need to meet the requirements of the CCS Protocol which includes capturing and storing CO2 at or below 90% capture efficiency. The LCFS and CCS Protocol is a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting the use of low-carbon fuels.
