# DOE Funds Geothermal Energy Projects

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a **$99 million** investment on September 21, 2026, to support 21 projects focused on advancing geothermal energy development. These projects include field-scale enhanced geothermal systems tests and exploration drilling aimed at reducing technical risks and accelerating commercial deployment of geothermal technologies. The DOE will provide publicly accessible data from these initiatives to industry and researchers, fostering innovation and market growth in geothermal energy.

- This funding opportunity signals increased federal support for next-generation geothermal technologies, creating potential contracting and partnership opportunities for energy technology developers and service providers.
- Procurement professionals should note the emphasis on field testing and exploration drilling, indicating demand for specialized technical services and equipment.
- The public data sharing aspect encourages collaboration and transparency, which may influence proposal strategies and technology development.
- Organizations involved in renewable energy should evaluate how to align capabilities with DOE priorities to participate in future geothermal project solicitations.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

### Key Quotes
> Under President Trump's leadership, we’re advancing next-generation geothermal technologies that can lower costs, strengthen American energy dominance, and turn more of our vast domestic geothermal resources into reliable and affordable power.
> — Kyle Haustveit, DOE Under Secretary of Energy

### Sources
- [Energy Department Announces $99 Million for 21 Projects to Advance U.S. Geothermal Energy Development | Department of Energy](https://www.energy.gov/articles/energy-department-announces-99-million-21-projects-advance-us-geothermal-energy) - Energy Fecm