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geothermal energy

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  1. Energy obtained by tapping underground reservoirs of heat, usually near volcano es or other hot spots on the surface of the Earth.


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At present, little of the world's energy supply is obtained from these sources.

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It's hard to get Democrat and Republican politicians to agree on much at the moment, but the benefits of geothermal energy is one rare area of consensus.

From BBC Jun. 25, 2026

Its initial public offering last week was a success, reflecting that geothermal energy is an always-available “baseload” power, unlike more intermittent sources such as wind and solar.

From The Wall Street Journal May 26, 2026

It also helps that geothermal energy qualifies for federal tax credits through 2033.

From The Wall Street Journal May 23, 2026

Brown saw an opportunity to test whether geothermal energy could support redevelopment plans in that area.

From Science Daily May 6, 2026

In order to diversify the island's production base, the government is attempting to develop an offshore financial sector and is researching Dominica's capability to export geothermal energy.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency

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