Superhot Rock Geothermal

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• Unlocking next‑generation geothermal: A state policy playbook for the American West

  Next‑generation geothermal offers governors and state legislatures a unique western solution.

  Policy May 18, 2026

• Induced Seismicity and Next-Generation Geothermal

  Like any emerging energy technology, next-generation geothermal must address potential challenges – one of which is induced seismicity. 

  Fact Sheet May 6, 2026

• How the Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act advances superhot rock geothermal and helps drive down costs for faster deployment

  Congress is currently working on bipartisan legislation that represents a critical step to realizing the potential of superhot rock geothermal.

  Policy, Technology May 1, 2026

• Bipartisan superhot rock legislation introduced in U.S. Senate will be key to accelerating next-generation geothermal, strengthening U.S. energy leadership

  The bipartisan Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act would bolster federal funding for next-generation geothermal.

  News & Media, Policy April 28, 2026

• Open Letter: Europe Risks Missing The Geothermal Revolution

  An open letter urging the European Commission to make the upcoming Geothermal Action Plan a real investment catalyst, supported by clear political prioritisation for heat and power generation. 

  Letter April 10, 2026

• Water Use and Next-Generation Geothermal

  This fact sheet provides clear answers to common questions on water use in next-generation geothermal technologies.

  Fact Sheet April 3, 2026

• “There’s No Substitute for Trust”: Communication and Community Engagement Best Practices for Next-Generation Geothermal Development

  1. Overview The U.S. is on the cusp of a geothermal energy revolution. The Next-Generation Geothermal Commercial Liftoff Report estimates that next-generation geothermal could provide 90 GW or more of power to the grid by 2050, potentially as much as 300 GW (Gertler et al., 2024). Research from Clean Air…

  Reports & Papers April 3, 2026

• Flagship IEA report features superhot rock geothermal marking major milestone for the clean firm power source 

  The report’s recognition of SHR signals growing global consensus around the technology’s potential to shape how the world accesses clean, firm power. 

  News & Media March 23, 2026