The Energy Department envisions Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (FORGE) as a dedicated site where scientists and engineers will be able to develop, test, and accelerate breakthroughs in enhanced geothermal system (EGS) technologies and techniques.

FORGE BACKGROUND & UPDATES

Learn more about the first of its kind effort to engage the geothermal community to conduct research and development on a viable, clean, domestic sources of energy.

INFORMATION RESOURCES

Visit the FORGE library of publications, presentations, graphics, and more.

ENHANCED GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS

Discover the science behind EGS and its energy resource potential.

 

EVENTS & NEWS

Learn about upcoming events and the Energy Department's news publications featuring the FORGE teams.

EVENTS

FORGE Phase 1 Selection Announcement

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News

Energy Department Announces $29 Million Investment in Enhanced Geothermal Systems Efforts

FORGE Funding Will Accelerate Development of Clean Energy from Geothermal Sources

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Road Tripping through the Geothermal Frontier
And they’re off! After more than a year since the announcement of available funding, the project teams selected for our Frontier Observatory for Rese
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Energy Department Announces Project Selections in First Phase of Cutting-Edge Enhanced Geothermal Systems Effort

Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy could unlock access to a domestic, geographically diverse and carbon-free source of clean...

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FORGE Site FOA
Learn how to get involved in the multi-phase FORGE initiative and read the FORGE Funding Opportunity Announcement in its entirety.
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