# US awards $99 million for geothermal drilling and technology projects

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- Reuters, 2026-09-21 22:00 UTC
- Science
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-awards-99-million-geothermal-drilling-technology-projects-2026-09-21/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ab1a8ffb314680001fefab8

> The U.S. Department of Energy said Monday it selected 21 projects for up to $99 million to advance geothermal energy development. The around-the-clock power source is drawing growing interest from investors and energy companies.