Federal Lands' Potential Up to 84 GW Renewable Energy by 2035

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Federal lands could power America with 7,700 gigawatts of clean energy, enough for millions of homes by 2035.

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Only half of one percent of federal land area would generate up to 84 gigawatts of renewable power, while current projects of 30 GW power 15 million homes.

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Solar panels lead the charge with 5,750 gigawatts potential, while wind offers 875 gigawatts and geothermal adds 1,105 gigawatts.

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Advanced geothermal technology could boost federal land output from 5 gigawatts to 36 gigawatts by 2050.

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Federal lands currently host 8.9 gigawatts (4%) of renewable energy compared to 12% of oil production, showing massive growth potential.

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Bureau of Land Management leads the clean energy expansion, followed by Forest Service and Department of Defense lands.

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If non-federal land becomes restricted, federal lands could supply up to 270 gigawatts by 2035, meeting rising energy demands.

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New homes, advanced manufacturing, and data centers drive the growing demand for clean power, while maintaining conservation and recreation balance.

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