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Among the first to benefit from the accelerated review process are three geothermal projects in Nevada, all led by Ormat Nevada, Inc.

A rush of proposals to mine the state’s famed “sky islands” with water drawn from overtaxed aquifers is drawing opposition from people who know the industry’s boom and bust cycles.

Salt Lake residents can expect a serious upgrade: open-air plazas, leafy green walkways, and lively storefronts.

In addition to geothermal energy, the different types of energy producers eligible for such tax credits for calendar year 2025 include wind, closed-loop biomass, open-loop biomass, solar energy, municipal solid waste, qualified hydropower production, and marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy.

Two rural communities in the Pacific Northwest have been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for pioneering water infrastructure upgrades

While the administration heralds these moves as steps toward energy independence and scientific integrity, critics warn of potential safety risks and political interference.

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright  announced the designation of coal used in the production of steel as a critical material under the Energy Act of 2020.

The upcoming signing ceremony at the U.S. Embassy is more than a formality—it reflects Washington's broader Mineral Security Partnership (MSP) initiative.

With the minerals in the ground and global demand soaring, Greenland isn’t waiting forever. As Nathanielsen put it: if the West doesn’t show up soon, someone else will.

In this episode of The Driller Newscast, Host Brock Yordy dives into the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” making waves in Washington—legislation with major implications for the drilling, HVAC, and geothermal industries.