The recent “Big, Beautiful Bill” scrapped the residential clean energy credit, leaving the geothermal industry wondering what’s next. The ACHR NEWS interviewed three geothermal experts to discuss the future of the industry. They explored the potential for a new third-party leasing option, similar to what scaled up the solar industry. This option could help geothermal energy grow and become more accessible. The experts shared their insights on how the industry can adapt and move forward despite the setback. A new AI search tool, Ask ACHR NEWS, is also available to provide quick answers on topics related to air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration, including geothermal energy. The interview provides a deeper dive into the possibilities and challenges facing the geothermal industry.