How Texas unleashed a geothermal boom, Caitlin Connell

Texas is igniting a geothermal energy revolution, leveraging its oil and gas expertise to lead what could be America’s next major energy boom. This strategic move addresses the state’s urgent need for reliable power amid extreme weather and an unstable energy market. In 2023, Texas legislators passed key bills advancing the geothermal industry, fostering innovation and investment beyond traditional energy sectors.

This legislative support has spurred a surge in geothermal startups like Bedrock Energy and Quaise, which are pioneering technologies to revolutionize access to Earth's subterranean heat. Bedrock Energy launched a new geothermal heating and cooling system in Austin, while Quaise is testing groundbreaking drilling technology.

Texas’s commitment to geothermal energy complements its leadership in solar and wind, creating synergy among renewable resources. This positions Texas as a leader in renewable energy and a pioneer in building a resilient and sustainable energy future, reflecting a broader shift towards diversifying energy portfolios and securing energy independence amidst environmental and economic challenges.

With its nation-leading renewables fleet and oil and gas industry, Texas is poised to dominate what boosters hope will be America’s next great energy boom: a push to tap the heat of the subterranean earth for electricity and industry. That technology, known as geothermal energy, has demonstrated the rare ability to unite the state’s warring political camps — and is fueling a boom in startups that seek to take it national.

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