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SB23-285 "Energy & Carbon Management Regulation In Colorado" signed

Gov. Polis signed SB23-285 "Energy & Carbon Management Regulation In Colorado" sponsored by Sens. Priola & Hansen and Reps. McCormick & Dickson, which renamed the COGCC to the "Energy & Carbon Management Commission" or "ECMC." The new name reflects the expanded regulatory authority over deep geothermal and underground natural gas storage. The change takes place on July 1, 2023. Congratulations to the new ECMC on this incredible new opportunity.

Outdated Form 4 Sundry Notices

COGCC has identified outdated Form 4 Sundry Notices from 2003-2013. We can’t process these forms due to missing information or operator unresponsiveness. If replacement forms will be submitted, provide the new form doc. number by 5/31/23, or we will withdraw the forms. If this results in noncompliance for the Operator, it may be referred for Enforcement. Direct correspondence on this subject to Ginger Malasauskas (ginger.malasauskas@state.co.us).

High Priority Habitat Map Rulemaking

The rulemaking on the proposed High Priority Maps has been continued to 10/5/23. The amended notice & proposed maps can be found HERE. The HPH map layers on the COGCC map have been cross-hatched for viewability.

Public Notice of Proposed UIC Project

CPX Piceance Holdings LLC is applying for an Underground Injection Control permit in Garfield County. Please click HERE to view the public notice. Public comments can be delivered by filling out THIS form.