Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy invests in U.S. geothermal startup

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries wants a larger footprint in the decarbonization sector. (Nikkei photo)

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has investedĀ in Texas geothermal startup Fervo Energy, the Japanese company said Thursday, looking to expand its footprint in the decarbonization sector.

The transaction was made through subsidiary Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America. The group was part of a consortium of investors that includes Tokyo-headquartered Marunouchi Innovation Partners and U.S.-based Devon Energy.

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