Utah SB0021 amends geothermal resource regulations to clarify definitions, modify ownership rights, and update bonding requirements.

Utah SB0021 amends the state's geothermal resource regulations to clarify definitions, modify ownership rights, and update bonding requirements. The bill specifies that the owner of the surface land retains the geothermal resource unless expressly conveyed to another party. It also updates the definition of "geothermal resource" to include natural heat and energy extractable from it. The bill modifies the Division of Water Rights' authority to require notices of intent to drill and inspect wells.

Utah SB0021 amends geothermal resource regulations to clarify definitions, modify ownership rights, and update bonding requirements.

Utah SB0021 amends the state's geothermal resource regulations to clarify definitions, modify ownership rights, and update bonding requirements. The bill specifies that the owner of the surface land retains the geothermal resource unless expressly conveyed to another party. It also updates the definition of "geothermal resource" to include natural heat and energy extractable from it. The bill modifies the Division of Water Rights' authority to require notices of intent to drill and inspect wells.