A Clean-Energy Boom Could Be Built on Oil and Gas Technology
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Geothermal energy, using Earth's heat for electricity, is set to expand in the U.S. Currently a minor contributor, it could meet up to 64% of new data center demand by the early 2030s. Companies are adapting fracking technology to access more geothermal resources, benefiting from existing oil and gas infrastructure. While facing some environmental concerns, geothermal offers advantages in land use and supply chain independence compared to other renewables.
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