America’s Abandoned Oil Wells Could Power the Next Geothermal Boom

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As the United States continues to explore its vast geothermal potential, researchers are exploring the possibility of using abandoned oil wells to produce clean energy. A growing body of literature is emerging on the topic, with many hopeful scientists worldwide promoting the potential for well conversion for geothermal energy production. Geothermal energy is produced by drilling into underground heat pockets in the Earth’s surface to access heat. The Earth’s core has a temperature of roughly 5,200°C, while rock and water…

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Original article published by OilPrice.com on May 21, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.

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