Plans to Revise the Law on Geothermal Energy

The House of Representatives (“House”) is currently discussing the Draft Bill on Geothermal Energy (“Draft Bill”), which will revise Law No. 27 of 2003 on Geothermal Energy (“Geothermal Energy Law”). The revision aims to develop the geothermal industry by introducing a new type of license.

In general, the Draft Bill stipulates more provisions on geothermal business activities, permits, and sanctions. These provisions are incorporated in the 64 articles of the Draft Bill, whereas the Geothermal Energy Law only stipulates 44 articles.