Texas HB5568 amends the Natural Resources Code to redefine geothermal energy conservation wells and establish procedures for designating operators.

Texas HB5568 amends the Natural Resources Code to redefine a geothermal energy conservation well as a well used for energy retention to provide dispatchable electricity generation. The bill outlines the requirements for designating a person as the operator of such a well, including a factually supported claim of a continuing possessory right in the mineral estate, geothermal estate, or geologic space accessed by the well, a completed certificate of compliance, and a $250 nonrefundable fee.

Texas HB5568 amends the Natural Resources Code to redefine geothermal energy conservation wells and establish procedures for designating operators.

Texas HB5568 amends the Natural Resources Code to redefine a geothermal energy conservation well as a well used for energy retention to provide dispatchable electricity generation. The bill outlines the requirements for designating a person as the operator of such a well, including a factually supported claim of a continuing possessory right in the mineral estate, geothermal estate, or geologic space accessed by the well, a completed certificate of compliance, and a $250 nonrefundable fee.