All wells must be made by a certified water or monitoring well contractor. All open-loop geothermal energy extraction facility wells must be in compliance with article 33-18. The location and construction of the borehole of closed-loop geothermal energy extraction facilities must be in compliance with 33-18.
All geothermal energy extraction facilities, including horizontal-loop facilities, must be approved by the state geologist prior to installation.
All heat transfer fluids and additives must be approved for use by the state geologist.
N.D. Admin Code 43-02-07-10
General Authority: NDCC 38-19-03
Law Implemented: NDCC 38-19-03