43 C.F.R. § 3272.12 How do I describe the environmental protection measures I intend to take?
Title 43 - Public Lands: Interior
(a) Describe, at a minimum, your proposed measures to: (1) Prevent or control fires; (2) Prevent soil erosion; (3) Protect surface or ground water; (4) Protect fish and wildlife; (5) Protect cultural, visual, and other natural resources; (6) Minimize air and noise pollution; and (7) Minimize hazards to public health and safety during normal operations. (b) If we require, you must also describe how you will monitor your facility operations to ensure they comply with the requirements of 43 CFR 3200.4, and noise, air, and water quality standards at all times. We will consult with another involved surface management agency regarding monitoring requirements. You must also include provisions for monitoring other environmental parameters we may require. (c) Based on what level of impacts your operations may cause, we may require you to collect data concerning existing air and water quality, noise, seismicity, subsidence, ecological systems, or other environmental information for up to one year before you begin operating. We must approve your data collection methodologies, and will consult with any other surface managing agency involved. (d) You must also describe how you will abandon utilization facilities and restore the site, to comply with the requirements of 43 CFR 3200.4. (e) Finally, submit any additional information or data which we may require.
Title 43: Public Lands: Interior
PART 3200—GEOTHERMAL RESOURCE LEASING
Subpart 3272—What is in a Utilization Plan and Facility Construction Permit?
§ 3272.12 How do I describe the environmental protection measures I intend to take?
