HEATS Act and Colorado SB 26-142 Advance
Key Questions
What does the HEATS Act propose for geothermal energy projects?
The HEATS Act would waive federal permits along with NEPA and ESA reviews for geothermal development on non-federal land. It is part of a broader energy package advancing in Congress.
How does Colorado SB 26-142 support geothermal expansion?
Colorado's SB 26-142 increases the size limit for community-scale geothermal projects to 25 MW and requires utilities to issue solicitations for geothermal resources. The bill is progressing through the state legislature.
What is the current legislative status of these geothermal measures?
Both the federal HEATS Act package and Colorado SB 26-142 are moving through their respective legislative processes. The House is expected to vote on the federal geothermal package with broad bipartisan support.
The HEATS Act (HARNESSING ENERGY AT THERMAL SOURCES ACT OF 2026) would waive federal permits and NEPA/ESA reviews for geothermal on non-federal land. Colorado's SB 26-142 expands community-scale projects to 25 MW and mandates utility geothermal solicitations. Both are moving through legislative processes.