State Policy Recommendations for Geopowering Texas: An Example for States to Follow in Developing Their Geothermal Energy Resource on Non-Federal Acreage
- Key words
- Using Oil & Gas Wells; Texas; State policy; Geothermal resource; Energy policy; Co-produced; Sedimentary basins; Oil and gas wells; Regulations
- Location
- Texas
- Conference
- Geothermal Resources Council Transactions
- Year
- 2007
- Session
- Energy policy; Exploration; Social aspects; Leasing; Laws an
- Language
- English
Abstract
Unlike many western states, federal lands in Texas are nearly non-existent. Land is owned by private citizens or the state, and the state oversees energy and mineral production. Beginning a Texas geothermal industry requires well defined rules and regulations that contribute rather than hinder energy development. This paper presents recommendations that were submitted to the Texas State Energy Conservation Office as part of a state supported geothermal investigation.
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