Geothermal Lease Sale Environmental Assessment MOU with BLM

A recent meeting document White Pine County - Meeting Agenda - 2026-06-10 indicates a future potential acquisition Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the BLM regarding Cooperating Agency Status for the 2026 Geothermal Lease Sale Environmental Assessment. Jeremy Drew, Principal Resource Specialist, Resource Concepts, Inc. This item indicates that White Pine County is seeking to formalize its role as a cooperating agency with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for an upcoming environmental assessment related to geothermal lease sales in 2026. This process typically involves technical studies, public engagement, and environmental consulting, which may require outside expertise. Vendors specializing in environmental impact assessments, public lands management, or geothermal resource evaluation could potentially shape or respond to future contracting opportunities arising from this MOU.