### Question
How is the "capacity" defined?


### Answer
The term **capacity** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 17271* as follows -

> the portion of a sequestration formation that can retain carbon dioxide in accordance with the requirements (including physical, geological, and economic requirements) established under the methodology developed under subsection (b)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17271*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER VI-CARBON CAPTURE AND SEQUESTRATION > Part B-Carbon Capture and Sequestration Assessment and Framework**

