California AB527 modifies the California Environmental Quality Act to exempt certain geothermal exploratory projects from environmental review.

California AB527 amends the California Environmental Quality Act to exempt geothermal exploratory projects from environmental review if specific conditions are met. These projects must involve no more than six wells and must not disturb more than 12 acres of previously undisturbed ground. The exemption also requires the project to be located at least one-half mile from wetlands and certain other sensitive areas. Additionally, the bill mandates that lead agencies consult with California Native American tribes traditionally and culturally affiliated with the project area.

California AB527 modifies the California Environmental Quality Act to exempt certain geothermal exploratory projects from environmental review.

California AB527 amends the California Environmental Quality Act to exempt geothermal exploratory projects from environmental review if specific conditions are met. These projects must involve no more than six wells and must not disturb more than 12 acres of previously undisturbed ground. The exemption also requires the project to be located at least one-half mile from wetlands and certain other sensitive areas. Additionally, the bill mandates that lead agencies consult with California Native American tribes traditionally and culturally affiliated with the project area.