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geothermal power

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noun

  1. power generated using steam produced by heat emanating from the molten core of the earth

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He said geothermal power was "really important" for the UK because there are no price fluctuations like with gas.

From BBC Feb. 26, 2026

The UK's first geothermal power plant is set to go live, providing a completely new type of renewable electricity using hot water from underground.

From BBC Feb. 26, 2026

Zanskar said the funds would support its exploration and development campaign and its plans to build several geothermal power plants before 2030.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 21, 2026

As for moonshots, Dorsheimer lists three: nuclear fusion, as in the process the sun uses that produces energy, geothermal power, and new nuclear technologies.

From Barron's Oct. 19, 2025

California is supportive of the sector, with the California Public Utilities Commission calling for the state to procure up to 1 gigawatt of geothermal power by 2037.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 27, 2025

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