Power From the Deep: Geothermal’s Second Act

A new closed-loop geothermal system could make 24/7 clean power a national reality

5 Nov 2025

A new partnership between a leading geothermal developer and a global technology company is positioning geothermal energy as a key element in the US transition to carbon-free electricity. The two firms have agreed to develop up to 150 megawatts of clean power by 2030, enough to supply tens of thousands of homes.

The collaboration centres on a closed-loop geothermal system that circulates a sealed fluid through deep wells to capture heat directly from underground rock. Unlike traditional systems, it does not depend on natural water sources or hot springs. Developers say this approach reduces environmental risk and allows projects in regions previously unsuitable for geothermal production.

“This technology removes the long-standing barriers that held geothermal back,” said one energy consultant. “It’s scalable, sustainable, and adaptable almost anywhere.”

Early pilot projects by the geothermal firm have shown consistent output, with performance matching engineering forecasts. Utilities and institutional investors are increasingly interested in its potential to provide round-the-clock renewable power at predictable costs.

For the technology partner, the initiative supports its goal of running data centres entirely on 24/7 clean energy. With electricity demand rising due to artificial intelligence and cloud computing, geothermal’s continuous generation offers a rare complement to intermittent solar and wind supplies.

However, the sector still faces financial and technical hurdles. Deep-well drilling remains costly, and commercial expansion will require patient capital and supporting infrastructure.

Analysts say that if the venture proves successful, it could reposition geothermal energy from a niche resource to a central pillar of America’s clean power strategy. As corporate buyers seek reliable zero-emission energy, the heat stored beneath US soil may soon become one of the nation’s most valuable renewable assets.