Iain Esau
Africa Correspondent at Upstream
Opinion

Could data centres and military demand pave the way for geothermal power?

Rapid rise in energy demand from Silicon Valley players and US military offer ways to commercialise geothermal projects - if costs can be cut and finance secured

Geothermal energy is emerging as a promising contender in the energy transition, according to recent research.
Geothermal energy is emerging as a promising contender in the energy transition, according to recent research.RYTIS DAUKANTAS/UPSTREAM
Published 3 July 2025, 14:28Updated 3 July 2025, 14:28
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