16 Jan 2025
🌱New NEPA Procedures for Geothermal Resource Development Announced
National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures for the Bureau of Land Management (516 DM 11)
Summary
This notice announces a revision to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) implementing procedures for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at Chapter 11 of part 516 of the Department of the Interior's Departmental Manual (516 DM 11). The revision adds a new categorical exclusion (CX) for geothermal resource confirmation activities on Federal geothermal resource leases.
Agencies
- Interior Department
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Business Impact
$$ - Med
The notice indicates revisions to NEPA procedures that will expedite geothermal resource confirmation activities, impacting businesses focused on geothermal energy development. This could enhance efficiency in permitting processes and facilitate investment in renewable energy projects. Key elements include a new categorical exclusion effective January 16, 2025.