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Geothermal energy in the U.S. - statistics & facts

The harnessing of heat energy found within Earth's crust has a history dating back thousands of years. While ancient cultures used this geothermal energy for bathing and cooking purposes, modern uses include electricity generation, district heating, and various industrial applications. The global geothermal electricity capacity has been consistently increasing for over a decade and, in 2023, surpassed 14.8 gigawatts. The United States is the world leader in cumulative installed geothermal capacity, with roughly 2.7 gigawatts installed as of end of 2023.
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Published by Manya Rathore, Mar 30, 2026

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