On March 6th, Utah Senator John Curtis and Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper introduced the Co-Location Energy Act which would provide a streamlined framework for developers to evaluate and build projects on already-disturbed federal lands with the consent of the current leaseholder. “Innovation and efficiency are key as we work to meet energy demands and reduce emissions,” shared Senator Curtis. “The Co-Location Energy Act is a commonsense approach that leverages already-leased federal lands for renewable energy development. By expediting permitting and ensuring that previously disturbed areas are fully utilized, this bill strengthens energy supply to the grid without compromising existing operations.” The legislation directs the Department of the Interior to: Authorize the Evaluation and Development of Renewable Energy on Existing Leases and Assess for Categorical Exclusions to responsibly expedite the permitting process.
The Co-Location Energy Act ensures that renewable projects proceed only with the consent of current leaseholders while making practical use of federal lands for increased energy production.
Link: https://www.curtis.senate.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NEW25258.pdf
