From shale to steam: Fossil fuel technology boosts clean geothermal energy

Published September 27, 2025 8:00am ET



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As President Donald Trump cracks down on wind and solar power, one other abundant renewable energy resource, namely geothermal, could emerge as a winner, in large part thanks to fossil fuels. 

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