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Geothermal Energy Set to Surge to 300 GW by 2050

3/8/2025

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Geothermal energy in the U.S. is poised to soar to 300 GW by 2050, fueled by oil sector innovations and government backing. Exciting projects, such as a utility-scale plant in Utah and a Google demonstration in Nevada, showcase this potential. Yet, hurdles like steep initial costs and wavering tax incentives linger, prompting states like Colorado to push for federal aid to accelerate growth.

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Story summary

Geothermal energy in the U.S. is poised to soar to 300 GW by 2050, fueled by oil sector innovations and government backing. Exciting projects, such as a utility-scale plant in Utah and a Google demonstration in Nevada, showcase this potential. Yet, hurdles like steep initial costs and wavering tax incentives linger, prompting states like Colorado to push for federal aid to accelerate growth.