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Measure to modernize exploratory geothermal definition moves forward
Summary
AB 22 34 updates the statutory definition of exploratory geothermal projects to reflect advancing technologies and signal California's readiness for geothermal development; sponsors said stakeholders resolved most concerns.
Assemblymember Pappan presented AB 22 34 to expand the statutory definition of exploratory geothermal activities to encompass newer technologies and attract developers. Kate Brandenburg of Sonoma Clean Power testified that modernizing the definition is necessary to meet climate goals while maintaining reliability and affordability for ratepayers.
Supporters including the California Chamber of Commerce and the Nature Conservancy registered in favor after technical negotiations; agencies that previously opposed reported they had resolved language differences and moved to neutral. The committee accepted amendments and advanced the bill to Appropriations.
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