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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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Fervo, a geothermal energy company that generates electricity from underground heat, filed confidentially with the SEC to go public, according to Axios External link.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Google’s rivals have taken steps to secure new supplies of geothermal energy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025

"I think as Wales was once in charge of the Industrial Revolution through its coal, we could be leading a green revolution through geothermal energy."

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

Understanding how faults behave, how they "heal," and what causes them to accelerate or slow down is essential for minimizing seismic risks associated with geothermal energy, carbon storage, and similar technologies.

From Science Daily • Nov. 4, 2025

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