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Full Steam Ahead: Unearthing the Power of Geothermal

Geothermal energy is on the rise thanks to its ability to provide 24/7 power, heat, cooling, and more

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Advancing Geothermal Research: Fiscal Year 2024 Accomplishments Report

Explore Fiscal Year 2024 accomplishments and learn how researchers are advancing geothermal research and technologies toward a clean energy future.

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NREL Joins Collaboration to Study Enhanced Geothermal Systems

Sept. 29, 2017

NREL to Study Geothermal Deep Direct-Use in East Texas Power Plants

July 14, 2017

NREL's Geothermal Program supports DOE's Geothermal Technologies Office R&D activities.