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Energy Permitting Legislation from Senators Manchin & Barrasso Will Advance Geothermal in US By: Robert Buluma Accelarated NEPA timelines In a significant step towards a cleaner energy future, the U.S. Senate has introduced the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024, a transformative piece of legislation that promises to revolutionize the geothermal energy sector. This landmark bill, incorporating crucial elements of the bipartisan Geothermal Energy Optimization (GEO) Act of 2024, aims to streamline the permitting process for geothermal projects, significantly accelerating their development across the country .  Eavor Technologies Inc., a leader in advanced geothermal solutions, has hailed this legislation as a major breakthrough. Jeanine Vany, Eavor's co-founder and executive vice president of corporate affairs, expressed enthusiastic support, highlighting how the bill will facilitate the deployment of Eavor's groundbreaking closed-loop geothermal technology. This innovative

Unleashing the Earth's Power: New Mexico's Leap into Geothermal Energy By: Robert Buluma In a groundbreaking move towards a greener future, New Mexico has emerged as a beacon of environmental stewardship with the recent passage of House Bill 91. This legislation, part of a trio of bills unanimously approved by the state Senate, signifies a pivotal step towards harnessing the Earth's vast geothermal resources. At the heart of this initiative lies a commitment to tapping into the Earth's subsurface heat, unlocking a wealth of opportunities for clean energy generation, hot water provision, and innovative heating and cooling solutions. With an allocation of $2.5 million towards geothermal energy projects, New Mexico is poised to become a trailblazer in sustainable energy innovation. Behind the scenes, passionate advocates like Senator Jerry Ortiz y Pino have tirelessly championed the cause of geothermal energy, recognizing its potential to combat carbon emissions and bolste