What does Preamble of Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. The bill aims to direct research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities. These activities would support next-generation geothermal and closed-loop geothermal systems in various conditions.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act.

What does GEOTHERMAL ENERGY. of Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act do?

This section amends the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to redefine and expand geothermal energy terminology. It redesignates paragraphs within section 612, introducing definitions for 'Closed-loop geothermal systems,' 'Next-generation geothermal systems,' and 'Supercritical geothermal.' Section 613(b)(1) is modified to include 'machine learning algorithms' in tools assisting hydrothermal research and development. Changes are made to section 614 regarding geothermal systems research and development, expanding the scope of responsibility across the Department and enhancing data accessibility. Section 615, previously focused on enhanced geothermal systems, is renamed 'Next-Generation Geothermal Systems' and broadened to include closed-loop systems and supercritical conditions. A Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Program is established within the Geothermal Technologies Office, focusing on areas like well completion and reservoir characterization. The Geological Survey is required to update the geothermal resource assessment quadrennially, including an assessment of regions with potential for supercritical geothermal. The first quadrennial update to the geothermal resource assessment must be completed within two years of the Act's enactment.

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Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act

Last updated: 5/20/2026 · Introduced: 5/13/2026

Author: Pat Harrigan (R-NC)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill expands the definition of geothermal energy to include next-generation, closed-loop, and supercritical geothermal systems within existing law.
It establishes a Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Program to advance technologies like well completion and reservoir characterization.
The U.S. Geological Survey will update the national geothermal resource assessment every four years, including an evaluation of supercritical geothermal potential.

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