Why the Time Has Finally Come for Geothermal Energy
Why the Time Has Finally Come for Geothermal Energy
This article explores the growing potential and resurgence of geothermal energy, once considered a niche power source for geyser-filled regions like Iceland. It details how advancements in drilling technologies, influenced by the oil and gas industry's fracking techniques, are making geothermal power generation and direct heating/cooling systems economically and technically viable in diverse geographies. The piece highlights historical efforts, like the Los Alamos project, and modern companies such as Fervo Energy, which are attracting significant investment and bipartisan political support, positioning geothermal as a reliable, clean, and increasingly affordable solution to meet humanity's energy demands beyond solar, wind, and batteries.
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it's humbling to see the connection (and perhaps even dependencies) between geothermal investment today and shale fracking.
i like the idea of individual homes having their own geothermal sources, but i know that doesn't scale in terms of price and other efficiencies. still, it is a nice vision of some future city where wells could be drilled in a week!
in the end, having a number of energy source options for cities to diversify into feels like a healthy path forward, as opposed to singularly rely on one.
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