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Sally Lasser, a farmer in central Illinois, has raised concerns about One Earth Energy's carbon capture and sequestration project, fearing potential contamination of the Mahomet aquifer, a vital water source for over 800,000 residents. While carbon sequestration is seen as a way to reduce emissions, recent leaks from similar projects have fueled distrust among locals.

Illinois has enacted a temporary moratorium on such projects, while One Earth continues to push forward with its plans. The situation highlights the tension between environmental goals and community safety.