Bipartisan members of Congress champion geothermal energy with letter to 'super committee'

"Geothermal energy is a crucial clean resource for creating jobs and securing our energy independence," said Garamendi. "It is in our economic and national security interests to make our energy in America, which is why it's critical for the federal government to continue cultivating an environment for geothermal development." Garamendi continued, "Communities that bear the burden of geothermal development deserve a fair share of its revenue. I strongly oppose any attempt to deprive these counties of funds for essential local services, including education and public safety."