CLEAN Act

Committing Leases for Energy Access Now Act or the CLEAN Act

This bill requires the Department of the Interior to increase the frequency of lease sales under the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 and establishes deadlines for consideration of geothermal drilling permits.

Specifically, Interior must increase the frequency of sales in any state that has pending nominations of land to be leased from qualified companies or individuals. Currently, Interior must hold lease sales at least once every two years. This bill requires Interior to hold a sale at least once a year. If a lease sale is canceled or delayed, then Interior must conduct a replacement sale during the same year.

In addition, this bill requires Interior to notify an applicant whether or not its application for a geothermal drilling permit is complete within 30 days of receiving the application. If Interior determines that the application is complete, then it must issue a final decision on the applications within 30 days of the date Interior sent the notification.

The CLEAN Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 1449, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address environmental issues and promote clean energy initiatives.

The CLEAN Act includes provisions to increase funding for renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. It also aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote energy efficiency in buildings and transportation. Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect natural resources and wildlife habitats.

One key aspect of the CLEAN Act is the establishment of a Clean Energy Standard, which would require a certain percentage of electricity to come from clean energy sources by a specific date. This standard is intended to help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote the use of renewable energy. Overall, the CLEAN Act is focused on promoting sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of energy production and consumption. It is seen as a step towards addressing climate change and creating a more sustainable future for the United States.