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Once overlooked in the U.S. clean energy mix, geothermal is getting a high-tech overhaul in the Utah desert — and Fervo ...

To boost the industry, lawmakers want to speed up the time it takes for businesses to secure permits.

House Republicans and developers say regulatory delays and permitting issues are keeping Utah from maximizing its geothermal ...

Even when the geology is ideal, it can take years to get a green light to drill,' Rep. Celeste Maloy said on the challenges ...