ABC4 Utah
The University of Utah successfully generated emissions-free electricity using geothermal wells, heating water deep underground to over 282°F. Backed by $200 million from the Department of Energy, the breakthrough proves geothermal can be a stable, cost-effective energy source.
ABC4, by Brien McElhatten
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm discusses new federal investments in Utah’s power grid and clean energy transition, while the Utah Foundation’s Chris Collard highlights top voter concerns—led by cost of living and government dysfunction.
Power, by Sonal Patel
Enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) have long held promise. New developments suggest dramatic progress may be on the horizon. Can innovation feasibly overcome technical and economic hurdles that have consistently challenged EGS?
The Salt Lake Tribune, by Tim Fitzpatrick
Fervo Energy plans to open the world’s largest enhanced geothermal plant in Beaver County by 2026, building on research from nearby Utah FORGE. The project will deliver 24/7 clean energy using advanced drilling and has secured $244 million in funding.
Think GeoEnergy. by Carlo Cariaga
The Utah FORGE project has successfully engaged with the local Beaver County communities through consistent efforts in geothermal education and outreach.
Deseret News, by Amy Joi O’Donoghue
Rep. John Curtis is pushing a bill to streamline geothermal permitting, citing Utah FORGE’s success and the energy source’s potential to supply up to 8.5% of U.S. power by 2050.
Think GeoEnergy, by Carlo Cariaga
Fervo Energy has reported a 70% reduction in drilling time at a geothermal well in the next-generation geothermal project in Cape Station, Utah.
Forbes, by Ian Dexter Palmer, Ph.D.
Enhanced geothermal systems like Utah FORGE and Fervo’s Cape Station are advancing rapidly, using oil and gas tech to deliver 24/7 clean energy and push geothermal toward large-scale adoption.
MIT Technology Review, by June Kim
Advanced drilling technology could unlock the potential of this carbon-free renewable energy source.
The American Oil & Gas Reporter, by Colter Cookson
