Geothermal Energy in the Hot Seat (Sacramento Bee)
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| The State Capitol in Sacramento |
California's policymakers are constantly looking at energy innovations or renewable sources that will help the state meet state-required limits on greenhouse gases — just yesterday, Assembly members visited a low-carbon fuel summit — and
a hearing today will examine the potential of geothermal, or heat energy trapped beneath the earth's surface. A U.S.
Geothermal Energy Association report estimates that geothermal accounted for about 4 percent of California's energy mix in 2012 but could be tapped for far more.
Witnesses expected to testify include David Hochschild of the
California Energy Commission, Edward Randolph of the
California Public Utilities Commission and representatives of the
California Independent System Operator and the
Independent Energy Producers Association. Starting after session in room 3191.
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