Below the Surface: How Baker Hughes is Drilling the 24/7 Clean Energy Solution By: Robert Buluma The geothermal era has arrived — and Baker Hughes is holding the drill. While much of the energy world remains fixated on LNG exports and offshore wind, a quieter revolution is taking place beneath our feet. Baker Hughes (BKR) , the Houston-based energy technology giant, has assembled what may be the most comprehensive geothermal partnership network in the industry — positioning itself as the go-to industrial executor for next-generation geothermal power. In 2026 alone, the company has locked in strategic collaborations spanning three continents, from the deserts of Saudi Arabia to the outback of Australia and the high-heat basins of the American West. The common thread? Baker Hughes is applying a century of oil and gas drilling expertise to unlock geothermal energy at industrial scale — and the data center boom is providing the perfect market catalyst. The Strategy: "G...
Utah FORGE Makes Geothermal History: Successfully Completes Stimulation and Circulation Tests By: Robert Buluma Unlocking the Earth's Geothermal Energy Potential In a groundbreaking achievement for the geothermal energy industry, the Utah Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (FORGE) at the University of Utah has achieved a major milestone. Through meticulous planning, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative effort, Utah FORGE has successfully stimulated and circulated two wells, marking a pivotal moment in the quest for Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). A Triumph of Collaboration and Innovation The culmination of over two years of planning and analysis, the stimulation and circulation tests represent a triumph of scientific collaboration and innovation. Led by Professor John McLennan and a team of dedicated experts from industry and academia, Utah FORGE achieved outstanding results, setting a new standard for EGS research. Establishing Connectivity: A Break...