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XGS Energy Lands $13M in Fresh Funding to Fuel Water-Free Geothermal ExpansionThe 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.https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

Two Rural Colorado School Districts Win State Grants as Part of $14.4M Push for Geothermal EnergyIn a major step toward clean energy adoption, two rural school districts in Colorado have been awarded funding through a state program supporting the use of geothermal energy for heating and cooling.https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

Millions Invested in Geothermal Projects to Boost Clean Energy and Cut Utility CostsWith state funding now secured, Pueblo’s fire station project and other geothermal initiatives will move forward in the coming months. https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

New York Geo Talks 2025 Conference with Hands-on Driller EducationExecutive Director, Christine Hoffer, joins Brock Yordy to talk NY-GEO 2025 in Saratoga Springs, New York. https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

Voices from the Field: Drillers Share Insights on Challenges, Technology, and Advice for the Next GenerationAs technology advances and drilling continues to evolve, one thing remains constant: the need for tough, skilled professionals who know how to get the job done—no matter the conditions. https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

7 Key Challenges Facing the Geothermal Industry: Insights from IGSHPA 2025 ConferenceAs ground source heat pumps represent just 1% of current market share despite offering up to 8x greater efficiency than traditional systems, industry experts gathered to address the challenges holding back widespread adoption. https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

DFI and EFFC Collaborate on Sustainability Guides to Support Geotechnical IndustryThe Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) is partnering with the European Federation of Foundation Contractors (EFFC) to develop a series of sustainability guides.https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

IGSHPA: Bridging Innovation and Sustainability in Ground Source Heat Pump TechnologyThe International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) continues to drive the adoption of ground source heat pump (GSHP) technology https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

Energy Secretary Chris Wright Puts Geothermal Front and CenterU.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright is making geothermal a top priority in America’s energy strategy. In his first official directive, he’s calling on the Department of Energy to boost research and development in geothermal technology.https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico

House Bill to Set Processing Deadline for Geothermal Lease ApplicationsH.R. 301—the Geothermal Energy Opportunity Act, also known as the GEO Act—was introduced by Rep. Celeste Maloy (R-Utah) on Jan. 9, 2025 and was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.https://www.nationaldriller.com/rss/topic/2662-geothermalPowered by WPeMatico