Project Spotlight:
Finding Large Aperture Fractures in Geothermal Resource Areas
U.S. Geothermal is conducting geophysical exploration using a three-component long-offset surface seismic survey—an effective methodology for identifying drilling target wells.
Enhanced Geothermal Systems basics
DOE estimates that the application of EGS technology is capable of providing at least 100,000 MW of electricity within 50 years.
Geothermal Data Systems
To support geothermal development, the Geothermal Technologies Program collects geothermal data, conducts analyses and maintains this information in the National Geothermal Data System.
The Geothermal Technologies Program (GTP) works in partnership with industry, academia, and DOE's national laboratories to establish geothermal energy as an economically competitive contributor to the U.S. energy supply. Learn more about GTP.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
News
Doug Hollett Gives Keynote Presentation at Stanford Geothermal Workshop
January 30, 2012
DOE Releases Updated Induced Seismicity Protocol
January 30, 2012
DOE Projects Receive Honors for Best Geothermal Presentations
January 23, 2012
Summer 2012 National Geothermal Academy: Applications Due February 15
January 23, 2012
Events
Geothermal Technologies Program 2012 Peer Review
May 7-11, 2012
NAEP 37th Annual Conference
May 21-24, 2012
Featured Publications
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Protocol for Addressing Induced Seismicity Associated with Enhanced Geothermal Systems
This Protocol is a living guidance document for geothermal developers, public officials, regulators and the general public that provides a set of general guidelines detailing useful steps to evaluate Details
