Some issues regarding regulatory policy, political participation, and social implications of geothermal resource development in the Imperial Valley
In order to delineate social and political issues relating to geothermal development, certain local government officials and community leaders in the Imperial Valley were interviewed on their perceptions of the potential of geothermal resources and regulatory problems implicit in development. County officials exhibited a strong relief that they had an overall responsibility for the general welfare of the residents of Imperial County who would be affected by the potential economic, social, and environmental impacts of geothermal development. With little coordination among agencies at higher levels of government, County officials looked upon County regulations and coordination as a positive force that could: (1) minimize the negative impacts of geothermal development, (2) encourage multipurpose utilization of geothermal resources, and (3) improve land use planning within their jurisdiction. Recommendations for improving the regulatory process included organizational and procedural changes and amendments to state energy legislation. Suggestions for improving public input into the governmental decision making process were presented in order to make geothermal regulations a joint effort of commercial developers, public officials, and private citizens.
- OSTI ID:
- 5198621
- Report Number(s):
- PB-256569
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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