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Fervo Energy is constructing the first large-scale commercial enhanced geothermal system (EGS) generator in the U.S., set to be operational by June 2026. The project will have a maximum capacity of 53 MW, with two additional generators planned for January 2027.

EGS utilizes advanced drilling techniques to create hydrothermal reservoirs, potentially expanding geothermal capacity significantly beyond current limitations. Challenges include high capital costs and induced seismicity, with ongoing research addressing these issues.