Skip to main content

Germany Maps 150+ Deep Geothermal Projects, 2000MW Planned

🌍 Germany’s Geothermal Boom: 2,000 MW in the Pipeline as New Map Reveals Over 150 Deep Geothermal Projects
Germany is turning up the heat—literally—on its clean energy future.
A newly released map from the German Geothermal Energy Association (BVG) shows a dramatic surge in deep geothermal energy projects across the country. Titled "Deep Geothermal Projects in Germany," the map offers a comprehensive snapshot of over 150 geothermal projects currently in planning, with a staggering potential to generate up to 2,000 MW of thermal energy, and in some cases, electricity.
🔍 Current Geothermal Landscape in Germany
According to the BVG, there are now:
  • 42 operational deep geothermal plants
  • 31 provide only heat
  • 9 produce both heat and electricity
  • 2 generate electricity exclusively
  • 16 plants currently under construction
  • 155 new plants in the planning phase
  • 8 research facilities
  • 170 thermal baths powered by geothermal sources
The currently installed capacity stands at 408 MW for heat and 55 MW for electricity—a foundation that is set to grow exponentially as new projects come online.
📈 Exploration Boom
In a sign of accelerating momentum, the number of official exploration permits nearly doubled in just two years, reaching 82 as of January 2023. This indicates a surging interest in tapping into Germany’s rich geothermal reservoirs beneath its surface.
💡 Massive Potential for Heating, Cooling & Jobs
“The potential for geothermal energy in Germany is immense,” emphasizes BVG Managing Director Gregor Dilger. According to Dilger, harnessing natural thermal water through deep geothermal means could supply around 25% of Germany’s future heating and cooling needs.
If Germany meets its goal of expanding deep geothermal energy to 10 billion kWh by 2030, it could:
  • Create 24,000 new jobs
  • Prevent 34 million tons of CO₂ emissions
  • Save up to €9 billion in fossil fuel import costs
🇩🇪 What’s Next?
As the country prepares for a change in government, the geothermal sector is calling for:
  • A clear expansion strategy
  • Improved policy frameworks
  • Specific targets for deep, medium, and near-surface geothermal technologies
These measures are seen as crucial to unlocking the full potential of geothermal energy and anchoring it as a cornerstone of Germany’s renewable energy mix.
🗺️ Updated Mapping and Transparency
The BVG updates the geothermal map annually, with digital updates throughout the year. This transparency ensures stakeholders, investors, and policymakers stay informed on the rapid developments in this vital energy sector.

🔥 Final Thought: The Heat is On
Germany's geothermal sector is not just heating homes—it’s heating up the entire clean energy conversation in Europe. With the right political backing, it could become a continental leader in sustainable, underground energy.
🔗 Stay updated on this and more clean energy breakthroughs. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X  


Connect with us: LinkedIn , X
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Hot Topics

Mercury, Contact Lead NZ's Supercritical Geothermal Energy Revolution

🌋 From the Ground Up: New Zealand’s Bold Leap into a Supercharged Geothermal Future By:  Robert Buluma In the heart of New Zealand, beneath the rugged volcanic landscapes and steaming geysers, lies an energy revolution waiting to erupt. On July 30th, 2025, a powerful message echoed from the geothermal capital of the Southern Hemisphere — New Zealand is not just embracing its geothermal potential; it is preparing to unleash it. With the unveiling of the draft strategy titled From the Ground Up , the government, led by Minister Shane Jones for Resources and Regional Development, signaled a transformative shift in how the nation will harness the heat beneath its feet — and it's as ambitious as it is inspiring. 🔥 A Legacy Forged in Steam New Zealand’s geothermal story is deeply rooted in its identity. Long before turbines spun and power grids buzzed, Māori ancestors were using geothermal waters for warmth, healing, and cooking. Geothermal, or waiwhatu , is more than a resource — ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Stanford’s Smart Cement Could Revolutionize Geothermal Energy”

Stanford  Engineers Unveil a Game-Changer: Smart Cement for Geothermal Wells By:  Robert Buluma In the ever-evolving journey toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, geothermal energy continues to rise as a powerful ally. But while the heat beneath our feet is abundant, safely and efficiently tapping into it isn’t always straightforward. Now,  Stanford University researchers may have just cracked a key challenge—with a material innovation that could transform the geothermal industry forever. 💡 The Problem: Cement Cracks and the Risk It Poses In geothermal wells, cement is used to seal and stabilize boreholes. But here’s the catch: high underground temperatures and pressures can cause traditional cement to crack over time. These micro-cracks can lead to serious risks—fluid leaks, well failure, environmental hazards, and even safety concerns for workers and communities. 🧠 The Solution: Stanford’s “Smart Cement” A team of  Stanford engineers, led by res...
Post a Comment
Read more

🔥Geothermal Gold Rush: BLM New Mexico Opens Land Nominations for 2026 Lease Sale🔥

Santa Fe, New Mexico – In an exciting move for the geothermal industry, the  Bureau of land Management (BLM) New Mexico State Office is officially welcoming nominations for geothermal leasing ahead of its upcoming lease sale, expected to take place in March 2026 . By : Robert Buluma If you’ve been eyeing geothermal development opportunities, the clock is ticking— all nominations must be submitted by September 25, 2025 . ⚡ Why This Matters Geothermal energy is a game-changer. It's clean, renewable, and offers reliable baseload power—something wind and solar can’t always guarantee. As climate action intensifies and demand for sustainable power surges, tapping into the Earth’s heat is becoming one of the most promising frontiers in the American West. The BLM plays a pivotal role in this transformation, managing 245 million acres of public lands and 700 million acres of subsurface mineral estates across the country, making them a key player in the geothermal energy boom. Geothermal...
Post a Comment
Read more

Ormat's Crescent Valley Geothermal Development Project Secures Green Light in Nevada

🌋 Powering the Future:  Ormat's Crescent Valley Geothermal Development Project Secures Green Light in Nevada 🌱⚡ By  Robert Buluma In a major stride for clean energy advancement, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has completed its environmental assessment and officially approved the Crescent Valley Geothermal Development Project spearheaded by Ormat  Nevada, Inc. This landmark decision—reached on July 16, 2025 —unlocks the potential to generate 30 megawatts of geothermal power from the heart of Crescent Valley , situated between Eureka and Lander Counties in Nevada . 🔍 Project Snapshot Project Name: Crescent Valley Geothermal Development Project Developer:   Ormat Nevada, Inc. Facility Size: ~30 MW (net rated) geothermal power plant Project Footprint: ~2,066 acres on public and private lands Location: Crescent Valley, Battle Mountain, NV (Zip: 89821 & 89820) NEPA Status: Completed Environmental Assessment (DOI-BLM-NV-E020-2025-0010-EA...
Post a Comment
Read more

Arunachal Pradesh to Host India’s First Fully Indigenous 50 kW Geothermal Power Plant

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh — In a landmark initiative for renewable energy innovation, India is set to commission its first fully indigenous 50 kW geothermal power plant in the Himalayan state of Arunachal Pradesh. By:  Robert Buluma Why it matters Operating at an unusually low geothermal temperature of just 68 °C , the project showcases India’s capability to harness Earth’s heat even at smaller scales. Designed to benefit about 5,000 residents in remote communities of Tawang district—Mago, Thingbu, and Damteng—it represents a decentralized model for clean energy supply. Who’s behind it The Centre for Earth Sciences and Himalayan Studies (CESHS) and Shriram Institute for Industrial Research (SIIR) have formalized their collaboration to carry the project forward. Their earlier work includes a 20 kW pilot using the same indigenous bipolar-process technology, preceded by trials with a 5 kW lab-scale model. Tech innovation at the core According to project insiders, trial campaigns ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Margün Energy Taps Turkey’s Geothermal Potential for Lithium Extraction"

Turkish Renewables Company Margün Energy Targets Lithium in Geothermal Waters Location: Seferihisar, İzmir Province, Western Turkey By :  Robert Buluma 🚀 Margün Energy Enters the Lithium Game Margün Energy, a Turkish renewables company, has announced plans to explore lithium extraction from geothermal brine at its newly acquired 12 MW geothermal facility in Kavakdere, Seferihisar. The site lies within a vast 3,125-hectare exploration concession in İzmir that the company intends to analyze for lithium mineral content and other valuable elements. While Margün Energy clarified that it is not a mining company and has not applied for mining licenses, it emphasized that direct extraction from geothermal fluid is fundamentally different from conventional mining. If sufficient lithium concentrations are confirmed, Margün plans to build an on-site extraction plant integrated with its geothermal operations. 🌞 Hybrid Power Boost In tandem with its geothermal initiative, Margün is pursuing a...
Post a Comment
Read more

Quaise Energy Breaks Ground in Geothermal Innovation with Millimeter-Wave Drilling

A groundbreaking milestone has just been achieved in the geothermal world.  Quaise Energy a bold energy tech startup, is turning heads by drilling through granite—not with traditional bits, but with powerful millimeter-wave energy.  By :  Robert Buluma This disruptive technology could unlock near-unlimited geothermal power deep beneath the Earth’s surface. 💡 The Power Beneath Our Feet Beneath the Earth's crust lies a massive source of heat—superhot rock that, if harnessed, could power the planet many times over. The challenge? It's buried miles deep in unforgiving conditions where traditional drill bits melt, wear down, or fail completely. Enter  Quaise Energy revolutionary solution: vaporizing rock with directed energy. ⚙️ How It Works Instead of grinding rock with steel,  Quaise uses millimeter-wave energy—essentially high-powered microwaves. These waves are delivered through a special pipe to the rock face, where they instantly melt or vaporize hard mater...
Post a Comment
Read more

Indonesia’s Geothermal Power Surge: Barito Renewables Unleashes Five Game-Changing Projects

A New Chapter in Indonesia’s Energy Future Has Begun. By:  Robert Buluma In a historic move that signals Indonesia’s unwavering commitment to a greener future, PT Barito Renewables Energy Tbk (BREN) has pulled the curtain back on five cutting-edge geothermal power projects under its subsidiary, Star Energy Geothermal . The inauguration, which took place virtually on June 26, 2025 , was no ordinary milestone—it was presided over by none other than President Prabowo Subianto himself, underscoring the national importance of this initiative. Set in the lush geothermal landscapes of Salak and Wayang Windu in West Java , these projects aren’t just about generating electricity—they’re about igniting transformation. 🔋 A USD 365 Million Bet on Green Power Barito Renewables is putting its money where its mission is, investing USD 365 million to inject an additional 112 MW into Indonesia’s energy mix. This expansion is expected to create over 3,300 jobs , supercharging local econom...
Post a Comment
Read more

400C Energy's Bold Leap: Pioneering a 275°C, 100 MWe Enhanced Geothermal Revolution in Utah

400C Energy Pioneers Next-Gen Geothermal Power with Groundbreaking Utah Project By: Robert Buluma In a monumental move for renewable energy development, 400C Energy has acquired 1,960 acres of exploration rights in Utah to develop a cutting-edge Enhanced Geothermal System (EGS) capable of generating 100 MWe of clean, carbon-free electricity. Leveraging proprietary technology, the project promises to revolutionize geothermal energy production by tapping into 275°C resources near the Department of Energy's FORGE site and Fervo Energy’s Frisco Pad.  This article encompounds much on the magical Fervo geothermal project Innovation at the Core The key to this breakthrough lies in 400C Energy’s proprietary hydraulic stimulation technology. This advanced system dramatically increases downhole surface area, enhances power plant longevity, and ensures sustainable energy production by incorporating flow control mechanisms to optimize brine movement within the wells. With over 300 stimulation ...
Post a Comment
Read more