Colorado Energy Commission Adopts New Rules to Advance Deep Geothermal Operations and Protect Environment and Public Health.

The Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) has adopted its first set of rules for deep geothermal operations. The regulations aim to advance the state’s geothermal resources and protect the environment and wildlife, as well as public health, welfare, and safety. The rules were adopted following the expansion of ECMC’s focus into projects related to energy and carbon management. The geothermal energy industry is gaining ground in Colorado due to several areas with higher subsurface temperatures. Geothermal energy can help Colorado meet its clean air and clean energy goals, and can help lower emissions and save state residents money.