Utah among top states for geothermal energy research, capacity
Published on March 12, 2026.
The Utah Geological Survey has been named one of only seven states that produce utility-scale geothermal electricity, with three utility-level geothermal plants operating in western Utah and several direct-use facilities that use thermal energy for greenhouses, aquaculture, and recreational purposes. While the state's current geothermal power output is currently small, experts believe its potential is significant. Michael Vander Berg, energy and minerals program manager for Utah, credits his success to the geology of the state. He also noted that Utah could cover a significant portion of the projected 35 gigawatt hours of electricity from all sources, including coal, gas, water, solar, and wind.
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