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"Harnessing Earth’s Fiery Core: Supercritical Geothermal’s Power Unleashed"

The Future of Geothermal Energy: Unlocking the Potential of Supercritical Geothermal Resources By:  Robert Buluma In the deep underbelly of the Earth, where the heat is nearly unbearable, lies a force so powerful it could reshape our energy landscape forever. This is the story of supercritical geothermal resources—a frontier so ambitious, so untapped, that it promises not just to meet, but to exceed, our wildest dreams for sustainable energy. The Hidden Power Beneath Our Feet Imagine drilling into the Earth's crust, past boiling reservoirs and molten rock, into a realm where temperatures and pressures reach a critical point, transforming water into a supercritical fluid. Neither liquid nor gas, this supercritical fluid holds the potential to produce ten times more energy than conventional geothermal sources. It’s a resource that could power cities, industries, and entire nations with clean, renewable energy. But this isn't just a tale of boundless potential—it's a journey f

Preliminary Survey and Geothermal Exploration Area Offer: Bora Pulu

Geothermal Exploration Opportunities in Central Sulawesi: The Bora Pulu Area By:  Robert Buluma The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources  ESDM has recently announced the opening of a tender for a geothermal exploration area in the Bora Pulu region, located in Sigi Regency and Palu City, Central Sulawesi. This is a significant opportunity for business entities engaged in the geothermal sector, offering a potential 52 MWe of geothermal reserves over an extensive area of 78,388 hectares. The Bora Pulu Geothermal WPSPE The geothermal Preliminary Survey and Exploration Assignment Area (WPSPE) named Bora Pulu represents a promising site for energy developers. The area is strategically located in Central Sulawesi, a region known for its geothermal potential. With possible reserves estimated at 52 MWe, this project could be a significant contributor to Indonesia's renewable energy goal Who Can Participate? The tender is open to business entities with experience in geothermal energy, u

Kenya Bids To Host World Geothermal Congress Come 2029

Kenya's Bold Bid: A Game-Changer for Global Geothermal Leadership By: Robert Buluma Image credit from Alphaxioms previous articles  In a thrilling announcement that has reverberated across the energy sector, Kenya has officially launched its bid to host the World Geothermal Congress (WGC) in 2029. This prestigious global forum, held every three years, aims to scale up the deployment of geothermal energy worldwide. The bid underscores Kenya's commitment to renewable energy and cements its leadership in the sector. Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira made the announcement during the 2024 Kenya Geothermal Congress in Nairobi, a gathering that has drawn industry leaders, academics, financiers, government officials, NGOs, and community representatives. Wachira emphasized that hosting WGC 2029 will not only position Kenya as a continental leader but also as a formidable player on the global stage. "Hosting the WGC 2029 will give us a competitive edge, bolstering our position