A lot of contractors might opposed government subsidies on principle, but drillers in geothermal could benefit from a little more federal attention to that sector.
An "enhanced geothermal system" recently went on line near Reno, Nev., that uses directional drilling and hydraulic fracturing to increase permeability of hot rocks.
Mr. President, thank you for re-affirming your commitment to a cleaner environment and healthy future for our children through action on climate change. While I share your goals and respect your intentions, I do not envy the challenges you face in such a complicated issue.
The United States Department of Energy recently approved Atlas Copco Secorac’s plan for a second phase of a three-year research and development project.
Geothermal heat pump (GHP) installations in Illinois got a boost recently by the state’s General Assembly, which just passed language sponsored by the Geothermal Exchange Organization (GEO).
The Interior Department recently announced approval of three major renewable energy projects, including a 70-megawatt geothermal development in Pershing County, Nev.
The Geothermal Exchange Organization (GEO) has formally urged Congress to extend federal tax credits for residential and commercial geothermal heat pump (GHP) installations.
I sat in on a webinar this morning on the global future of major geothermal projects. The webinar, hosted by the website for the event GeoPower Europe, talked a lot about why the U.S. is growing when it comes to geothermal, but not nearly as fast as other areas.
The Driller readers fall into a number of categories, from water well folks to foundations engineers. This is a tip for the geothermal guys (and gals) out there.
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