Advances in technology such as directional drilling; fiber optic sensing; and hydraulic fracturing techniques from the oil and gas sector have “unlocked geothermal energy in places where it was previously impossible,” said Tim Latimer.
The Fleming brothers have always had a knack for heavy equipment, and they brought with them skills that they learned outside the industry that gave them a bit of an edge.
The Geothermal Drillers Association (GDA) is a member-driven nonprofit founded by drillers for the advancement of drillers, promoting professionalism in the geothermal drilling industry through access to educational, safety, and business resources.
The industry needs more to hit our 2030 goals and, ultimately, 2050 NetZero goals! We need more equipment than what is built today. We need more people to join the industry and establish careers in ground source geothermal.
The New York Geothermal Energy Organization (NY-GEO) is a dynamic not-for-profit trade association championing the growth of the geothermal heat pump (GHP) industry across New York State.
The broader water well drilling industry is bracing for the long-term consequences of increased tariffs, which could lead to rising equipment and material costs.
The company recently completed a successful field test of its Thermal Reach Enhancement (TRE) technology and is now operating its first commercial-scale geothermal well in California.
While the EPA’s decision opens the door for one of the largest DAC projects in the country to move forward, it also underscores the need for careful oversight, community engagement, and transparent risk assessment as CCS efforts scale across Texas.