HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Efficient Markets is proud to announce another record-breaking geothermal lease sale for the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The recent results further highlight strengthening private market demand for clean, low-cost, reliable power generation and thermal management, driven by technology advancements and data center development. The BLM Utah geothermal lease sale held on August 18, 2026, achieved a new high of $1,207 per acre for one parcel. This rate represents