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Scientific research and development

Energy research and development

University research site

EGS are artificial reservoirs created underground in areas with hot rock, where fluid pathways are enhanced through safe drilling processes to increase connectivity. These pathways allow fluid to flow through the hot rock, bringing heat to the surface for electricity generation.

Renewable energy source that experienced increased production in 2010 alongside solar and wind.

Nevada

Idaho

California

A DoE field laboratory receiving $44 million in funding to boost Enhanced Geothermal Systems innovations and research.