Navigating the Challenges of CCUS Permitting with Zach Liu | Ep 306
In this episode, Elena Melchert , sat down with Zach Liu , Director of CCUS Subsurface at Harvest Stone Low Carbon Partners , to explore the complex regulatory and technical landscape of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) permitting . Recorded live at the SPE-AAPG-SEG 2025 CCUS Conference in Houston, Texas , this conversation dives into key permitting challenges, strategies for project success, and the evolving role of subsurface expertise in advancing low-carbon initiatives. Whether you’re a project developer, geoscientist, or policy stakeholder, this discussion offers valuable insights on aligning technical rigor with regulatory frameworks in the CCUS space. Episode Links Harvestone CCS video: https://youtu.be/WVs15-dJIFM?si=pEI67yW9T-slXGtC Shenhai Salt Well: https://sichuanadventure.com/portfolio/shenhai-salt-well/ Gas bag bus images: https://www.bridgemanimages.com/en/wolinsky/zigong-buses-run-on-natural-gas-held-in-bags-on-the-roof-1984-photo/photograph/asset/8718893?offline=1 Brought to you on OGGN , the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here . Visit the OGGN Merch store here . Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here . More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page