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GreenFire Energy and Iron Mountain : The Geothermal–Data Center Alliance Redefining AI Power Infrastructure By: Robert Buluma The global artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is not just rewriting software it is redrawing the world’s power map. As hyperscale data centers expand to support AI training, cloud services, and edge computing, one reality has become unavoidable: digital infrastructure is only as strong as the energy systems that power it. In a significant and strategic move, GreenFire Energy Inc has partnered with Iron Mountain Data Centers to develop modular geothermal power capacity tailored to support Iron Mountain’s global data center footprint. This collaboration represents more than a supply agreement—it signals a structural shift in how hyperscale facilities secure reliable, scalable, and low-carbon power. AI Is Driving an Energy Reckoning AI workloads are exponentially more energy-intensive than traditional computing. From training large language models to real-t...

Repurposing Hydrocarbon Wells for Geothermal Applications Insights from Our Interview with Christi on EGS, Storage, and Europe’s Energy Transition Christi is a Geothermal Resource Engineer and PhD Researcher, specializing in deep geothermal systems, closed-loop systems, well repurposing (especially converting old oil/gas wells for geothermal use), Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), and Deep Borehole Heat Exchangers (DBHE). What if the thousands of oil and gas wells scattered across Europe could become the backbone of the geothermal transition? In our recent interview with Christi, a leading researcher involved in the TRANSGEO project, we explored the technical, economic, and regulatory realities of repurposing hydrocarbon wells for geothermal applications , particularly for Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), thermal storage, and district heating integration. From case studies like Groß Schönebeck to regional analysis in Lausitz, Christi offered a grounded and technical perspective o...

KenGen Reconstitutes Its Board of Consultants: Strengthening Kenya’s Geothermal Ambition Toward 1,267 MW by 2041 Kenya’s geothermal ambition is no longer just about drilling deeper wells or adding incremental megawatts. It is about governance, technical precision, and long-term strategic stewardship. In a decisive move, Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has issued an Open International Expression of Interest (EOI) – KGN-GDD-043-2026 to recruit and reconstitute its Board of Consultants. At first glance, it may appear as a standard procurement notice. But in reality, it represents something far more significant: a deliberate strengthening of institutional technical capacity at a time when Kenya’s geothermal trajectory is accelerating. This is not just recruitment. This is structural reinforcement. Kenya’s Geothermal Backbone KenGen is the backbone of Kenya’s power generation landscape. The company produces approximately 73.58% of the country’s installed electricity capa...

Taiwan's Geothermal Breakthrough: Jingneng and Ormat Partner for AI-Powered Baseload Energy By: Robert Buluma Taiwan stands on the edge of an energy transformation, driven by surging demand from artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and data centers. In February 2026, Jingneng Energy Services (進能服, stock code 6692) announced a major collaboration with global geothermal leader Ormat Technologies (NYSE: ORA) . This partnership focuses on developing Taiwan's first large-scale geothermal power plant in Jinshan District, New Taipei City. The 12.5MW facility aims to deliver reliable, 24/7 clean energy starting in December 2027, with annual output reaching 100 million kWh—enough to power about 30,000 households. This project addresses critical gaps in Taiwan's renewable mix. While solar and wind have grown rapidly, they remain intermittent. Geothermal offers true baseload power, unaffected by weather or time of day, making it ideal for energy-intensive industries....

€3 Billion Climate Shockwave: How the EU’s ETS2 Frontloading Facility Is Reshaping Buildings and Road Transport By: Robert Buluma   Europe Unlocks €3 Billion to Accelerate Decarbonisation Before ETS2 Launch On 4 February 2026, the European Investment Bank and the European Commission launched a bold financial mechanism  the ETS2 Frontloading Facility making €3 billion available to accelerate decarbonisation in buildings and road transport across the European Union. This funding comes years before the new Emissions Trading System (ETS2) officially begins in 2028. That timing is not accidental it is strategic. The goal: reduce emissions, protect households, and prevent economic shock before carbon pricing expands to homes and vehicles. What Is the ETS2 Frontloading Facility? The ETS2 Frontloading Facility is a pre-financing tool that allows EU Member States to access funding before ETS2 revenues are generated. Instead of waiting for carbon market income, governments can: Inves...