New Zealand’s new ‘Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage’ (CCUS) framework aligns with global standards, but leakage from storage sites remains a key risk. Lessons from past geological leaks, such as Lake Boehmer in Texas, highlight the need for clear liability rules. Effective monitoring and accountability measures are crucial to ensuring long-term success. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC)’s Associate Professor David Dempsey discusses the risks and solutions for CCUS in New Zealand on The Conversation: Leakage is a risk with carbon storage projects – NZ’s new framework must be clear on how to deal with this liability