Geothermal Research
NREL's geothermal analysts, scientists, and engineers perform a full range of research from developing advanced methods of locating and accessing geothermal resources to exploring innovative technologies to extract and produce clean energy from the heat of the earth.

Impact Analysis
Conducting analyses to determine the viability of geothermal energy production and likelihood of economic success.

Coproduction and Hybrid Systems
Exploring the potential benefits of combining geothermal with other renewable energy systems.

Project Consulting
Working to reduce barriers and accelerate deployment and implementation of geothermal technologies.

Exploration and Resource Assessment
Researching new approaches in geothermal assessment, decision making, and drilling.

Sedimentary and Enhanced Geothermal Systems
Designing new models and studying new techniques to increase the production of geothermal energy.