Section 13-183-1 - Purpose(a) The purpose of these rules is to provide for: (1) The leasing of geothermal resources on state or reserved lands; and(2) The regulation of all drilling of geothermal resources in Hawaii.(b) The rules contained in subchapters 2 through 7 shall regulate the exploration, development, and production of geothermal resources and its by-products on state or reserved lands.(c) The rules contained in subchapters 8 through 13 shall regulate the drilling of all wells for geothermal resources and its by-products, and shall apply to all lands within the State including privately owned lands. All wells shall be drilled, operated and maintained, or abandoned in accordance with these rules for the purpose of: (2) Conserving and providing for the optimum use of geothermal resources;(3) Minimizing or preventing degradation of the environment, surface and ground waters, and other natural resources; and(4) Preventing injury to life and property.[Eff. JUN 22 1981] (Auth: HRS § 182-14) (Imp: HRS § 182-14)