GEOTHERMAL

Surfing Enhanced Geothermal Systems to meet the demands of the digital age

A US underground lab could prove key in advancing the next generation of geothermal energy

Dr. Chet Hopp, with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, is one of many researchers involved in CUSSP

Dr. Chet Hopp, with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, is one of many researchers involved in CUSSP | Credits: Stephen Kenny / SURF

With a total depth of 8000ft, the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) is a one-of-a-kind location for experiments that are pioneering new ways to harness heat stored deep inside the earth. ...

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