The historic milestone in Dominica's renewable energy journey has arrived:  By:  Robert Buluma the first Ormat Energy Converter (OEC) turbine unit at the OEC-1 geothermal power plant has spun to life, synchronized with the national grid, and begun delivering clean, reliable power to the island nation. This isn't just a technical achievement—it's a beacon of hope for energy independence in the Caribbean, a region long dependent on imported fossil fuels and vulnerable to hurricanes and climate change. Something which we had anticipated earlier on  Imagine standing in the control room, heart pounding, as the screens light up with rising numbers: Gross Power climbing to 3.82 MW and beyond. The CPB Switch Status flips to GEN,the "Start" button glows triumphantly, and for the first time, geothermal steam from deep beneath Dominica's volcanic landscape transforms into electricity flowing seamlessly into homes, businesses, and the future. Project Manager Amir Junger c...

Hungary's Geothermal Boom: Jedlik Ányos Energy Program Unlocks 29 Billion Forint for Deep Earth Exploration and Green Heat By: Robert Buluma Posted by: Alphaxioms Geothermal News    Date: March 6, 2026 Hungary is stepping up its game in the geothermal arena with a major push under the Jedlik Ányos Energetikai Program (Jedlik Ányos Energy Program). As of early March 2026, fresh funding calls have opened, making a combined 29 billion footprint (approximately USD 80-85 million) available specifically for geothermal projects. This includes non-repayable grants to de-risk exploratory drilling and interest-free loans for larger-scale developments. For a country already in Europe's top tier for geothermal utilization thanks to the favorable geology of the Carpathian Basin, this is a game-changing injection that could accelerate the shift toward energy independence, lower heating costs, and reduced fossil fuel imports. Hungary's Exceptional Geothermal Advantages Hungary sits on som...

Revolutionizing the Earth's Core: How Telura's Lightning-Fast Drilling is Electrifying the Future of Clean Energy By:  Robert Buluma Posted by Alphaxioms Geothermal News on March 10, 2026 Imagine harnessing the raw power of lightning—not in the sky, but deep beneath our feet. Picture a world where the Earth's endless heat becomes our ultimate ally in the fight against climate change, powering cities, data centers, and electric vehicles without a single puff of emissions. This isn't science fiction; it's the bold vision of Telura , a Munich-based startup that's just burst out of stealth mode with a $5 million war chest to redefine geothermal energy. In a time when Europe's energy crisis looms larger than ever, Telura's revolutionary electric impulse drilling technology promises to crack open the planet's hidden treasures—faster, cheaper, and greener than anyone thought possible. As someone who's been tracking the geothermal beat for years here a...

  From Steam to Silicon: KenGen’s Bold Move to Extract Silica from Geothermal Brine at Olka ria By:  Robert Buluma Deep beneath the volcanic heart of Kenya’s Rift Valley lies a resource that has powered the nation for decades. The geothermal reservoirs of Olkaria have long been known for their immense energy potential, supplying reliable baseload electricity that has transformed Kenya into one of the global leaders in geothermal power generation. But what if geothermal energy could offer more than electricity? What if the hot fluids that power turbines could also yield valuable industrial minerals? That is the ambitious question now being explored by ( KenGen ), which has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the development of a semi-industrial silica extraction plant from geothermal brine at the Olkaria Geothermal Project . If successful, this initiative could mark a turning point—not only for Kenya’s geothermal sector but for the global geothermal industry itself. It...

Quaise Energy's Game-Changing Support for Oregon State University's Superhot Rock Geothermal Research By:  Robert Buluma Posted by Alphaxioms Geothermal News on March 10, 2026 In the ever-evolving landscape of renewable energy, geothermal power has long been a reliable but underutilized player. Unlike solar or wind, which fluctuate with weather patterns, geothermal offers consistent, baseload energy drawn directly from the Earth's heat. But what if we could tap into even deeper, hotter resources to supercharge this potential? Enter superhot rock (SHR) geothermal technology—a frontier that's capturing the imagination of scientists, engineers, and investors alike. On March 9, 2026, Quaise Energy made headlines by announcing a $750,000 gift to Oregon State University (OSU) to advance research in this groundbreaking field. This collaboration isn't just about funding; it's a strategic push to unlock a clean energy source that could power the world multiple times ...

Rep. Mike Kennedy's Geothermal Royalty Reform Act Advances: A Game-Changer for U.S. Geothermal Expansion By: Robert Buluma Posted on March 6, 2026 As the world races toward reliable, baseload clean energy sources to meet growing electricity demand and decarbonization goals, geothermal power stands out as one of the most promising yet underutilized options. Unlike solar or wind, geothermal provides constant, 24/7 power with minimal land use and near-zero emissions once operational. The United States boasts vast untapped geothermal potential—estimated at hundreds of gigawatts—particularly in the West, where heat from the Earth's crust can be harnessed for electricity generation and direct-use applications like heating. Yet, development on federal lands, which hold much of this resource, has lagged due to regulatory hurdles, including outdated royalty structures under the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970. On March 5, 2026, the House Natural Resources Committee advanced H.R. 5638, the ...