This profile highlights the potential for renewable energy development on brownfields in Michigan.

This profile highlights the potential for renewable energy development on brownfields in Colorado.

Renewable energy is the key to America's economic prosperity and sustainable energy future. Exciting technologies for harnessing the power of the sun, the wind, and the earth's heat are continuing to be improved and embraced across the country. Individual states' mandated Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), renewable energy tax incentives, and the growing public support for renewables is spurring the industry to unprecedented levels of development.

Our public lands have immense potential for renewable energy generation. Responsible development of these resources will be critical in ensuring our clean energy future also protects our land, water, and communities.

This fact sheet provides an overview of geothermal energy technologies, aspects of development on public lands, and principles for sustainable large-scale geothermal energy development.