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The $500 Billion Energy Revolution: How Geothermal is About to Change Everything

A Silent Energy Revolution is Underway

Robert Buluma

Image: Fumaroles emanating from the ground, a geothermal manifestation, credit: unsplash

The global energy landscape is shifting. While solar and wind have dominated discussions on renewable energy, a new powerhouse is emerging geothermal energy. Backed by investments from tech giants, oil majors, and governments, geothermal is quietly positioning itself as the next trillion-dollar industry. With the potential to replace fossil fuels, reshape economies, and revolutionize energy grids, geothermal is no longer a niche sector it’s the future of energy.

In this article, we’ll explore why geothermal energy is set to explode, the key players driving this shift, and how it could disrupt traditional energy markets.

The Key Players Betting on Geothermal

Geothermal energy is no longer just the domain of specialized companies. Big Tech, oil giants, and governments are now pouring billions into the sector, recognizing its potential to provide constant, baseload power something wind and solar still struggle with. Here are the biggest investors:

1. Google & Big Tech’s Green Ambitions

Tech companies need huge amounts of power for data centers, and geothermal provides stable, renewable energy without the intermittency of solar and wind. Google has partnered with Fervo Energy to develop next-generation geothermal plants, betting that it will be a game-changer in clean energy production.

2. Oil Giants Pivoting to Geothermal

Traditionally, oil companies have been resistant to renewables, but that’s changing.

3. Governments Pouring Billions into Geothermal Expansion

The The US Department of Energy has launched initiatives like the Enhanced Geothermal Shot, aiming to cut geothermal costs by 90% and deploy 60 GW of capacity by 2050.

Enhanced Geothermal Systems , image credit US DOE

Meanwhile, Kenya, Iceland, Japan, and Indonesia are leading the charge in geothermal development, using their vast volcanic resources to power entire cities.

Image: The Olkaria Geothermal field in Kenya

The Hidden Potential of Geothermal Energy

Despite being a renewable resource with a 24/7 energy supply, geothermal has historically been underutilized. However, new technologies are unlocking its potential in ways previously thought impossible.

1. Supercritical Geothermal: The Energy Game-Changer

Scientists have discovered that supercritical geothermal fluids, found at ultra-high temperatures deep below the Earth, can produce up to 10 times more energy than conventional geothermal wells. Countries like Iceland and Japan are already exploring this next-generation geothermal technology.

Superhot rock is amongst the many Geothermal new founds that are disrupting the Technology

2. Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS): Drilling into the Future

Traditional geothermal relies on naturally occurring steam pockets, but EGS technology creates artificial reservoirs, allowing geothermal development almost anywhere in the world. Startups like Quaise Energy are working on drilling technology that can reach extreme depths, potentially tapping into limitless energy supplies.

3. Repurposing Oil & Gas Infrastructure for Geothermal

The oil and gas industry has spent decades perfecting deep drilling technologies. These same techniques can be used to repurpose abandoned wells for geothermal power. This means that even former fossil fuel strongholds like Texas, Saudi Arabia, and Canada could become major geothermal players.

Why the Oil Industry is Worried

With geothermal gaining momentum, the traditional oil industry is facing a major challenge. Here’s why they’re worried:

  • Oil infrastructure can be adapted for geothermal, reducing the need for drilling new wells.
  • Geothermal energy is renewable, emissions-free, and available 24/7, making it a serious competitor to fossil fuels.
  • Investors are shifting away from fossil fuels as climate policies push for carbon-neutral energy solutions.

However, rather than fight the change, many oil companies are pivoting toward geothermal development to stay ahead of the curve.

The Global Impact: How Geothermal Will Change Everything

The widespread adoption of geothermal energy won’t just change the energy sector—it will transform economies, job markets, and global politics.

1. Geothermal Will Disrupt the Global Energy Market

Countries that currently rely on importing oil and gas will be able to produce their own clean energy locally, reducing their dependence on geopolitically unstable regions. This could weaken oil-rich nations’ grip on global energy markets.

2. Geothermal Will Create Millions of Jobs

As the industry expands, demand for geologists, engineers, drill operators, and energy analysts will skyrocket. Countries investing in geothermal today will lead the clean energy job boom of the next decade.

3. Developing Nations Will Leapfrog into Renewable Energy

Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America have huge untapped geothermal potential. With the right investments, these regions could bypass fossil fuels entirely and transition directly to a geothermal-powered future.

What’s Next? (Call to Action)

With billions of dollars flowing into geothermal, now is the best time to pay attention. Here’s what you can do:

  1. Investors: Watch geothermal startups like Eavor, Quaise, and Fervo they could be the next Tesla of renewables. Fervo had raised a whooping $225 million in bolstering geothermal energy
  2. Policy Makers: Push for geothermal incentives and funding to accelerate adoption.
  3. Energy Professionals: Consider upskilling in geothermal exploration and drilling this industry is about to explode.
  4. General Public: Stay informed. Follow Alphaxioms, for reports, and news  covering geothermal breakthroughs.
    Fervo Geothermal rig standing poised drilling deeper for the heat beneath our feet

The energy revolution is here, and geothermal is leading the way. Will you be part of the change?

Final Thoughts

Geothermal energy is no longer a niche technology it’s the future of global energy. With major investments, policy shifts, and cutting-edge technology, we are at the beginning of a geothermal revolution that could reshape the world.

The only question is: will you be part of it?

At Alphaxioms we have done a global geothermal mapping of where the best geothermal resources can be found and should you need to invest your billions always reach us at alphaxiomsgeothermal@gmail.com

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