The abundant but expensive energy source that's under your feet
On June 26, 2026, bipartisan support emerged for enhanced geothermal systems as a solution for renewable energy in the U.S. The Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act aims to advance new drilling technologies, including millimetre wave drilling, developed by Quaise, to access super-hot geothermal resources globally. The Oregon project is expected to launch by 2030.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 10:12 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 10:20 UTC
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