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Geothermal Resources Development Act (No. 6 of 2023).

Country/Territory
Montserrat (UK)
Document type
Legislation
Date
2023
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Energy
Keyword
Renewable energy Enforcement/compliance Concession Dispute settlement Energy conservation/energy production Institution Ownership Pollution control Protection of environment Public health Authorization/permit Exploration Contract/agreement Royalties/fees
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

The purpose of this Act is (a) to provide for the economic, orderly, efficient and responsible development in the public interest of geothermal resources on Montserrat; (b) to secure the observance of safe and efficient practices in the public interest in the development of geothermal resources on Montserrat; (c) to provide for the responsible management of wells, facilities, well sites and facility sites throughout their life cycles; (d) to manage the development of geothermal resources as between licensees and in relation to the development and conservation of other energy resources on Montserrat; (e) to control pollution and to ensure the protection of the environment and public safety in the development of geothermal resources on Montserrat; and (f) to provide for the timely and useful collection, appraisal and dissemination of information regarding geothermal resources on Monserrat. The Document has 11 parts, each divided into sections, and a schedule.

Full text
English
Website
www.gov.ms