Controlled Thermal Resources
Coverage of Controlled Thermal Resources in the Nexus archive.
- California appeals court orders environmental review of Imperial County geothermal, lithium project
A California Courts of Appeals panel ordered further environmental review for a proposed geothermal plant and lithium mine in Imperial County after finding that the county failed to sufficiently address environmental concerns. The lawsuit was filed by Comité Civico del Valle, which argued that the county's approval process violated the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), particularly regarding water availability and consultation with Native American tribes.
- Nonprofit asks to renew challenge to Southern California lithium mine
A nonprofit in Imperial County, California, is challenging the approval of a lithium mine and geothermal project, arguing the environmental impact analysis was flawed and insufficiently addressed water usage and tribal consultation. The project, led by Controlled Thermal Resources, faces legal and environmental concerns over water resources and potential air quality impacts.