Wednesday, November 25, 2009

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In the Push for Alternative Energy, What Happened to Geothermal?

Despite its promise, geothermal energy struggled for funding until the recent boom in oil prices

Posted July 21, 2008
Steam rises from geysers near Mammoth Lakes, Calif., the site of a geothermal plant which uses the naturally hot liquid below the surface to produce energy.

Steam rises from geysers near Mammoth Lakes, Calif., the site of a geothermal plant which uses the naturally hot liquid below the surface to produce energy. (Kevork Djansezian/AP)

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Barack Obama

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Get to know close advisers, cabinet officials, and more.

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President Barack Obama speaks about combat troop level reductions in Iraq as he addresses military personnel at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

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Thousands cheer as Obama becomes the 44th president.

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Hillary for Vice President

The hot rumor in Washington is that the secretary of state will get a promotion.

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