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In a groundbreaking move set to reshape Tanzania’s energy landscape, Climate Action Africa (CAA) and the Tanzania Geothermal Development Company (TGDC) have officially launched a game-changing initiative: Undertaking Detailed Surface Study for Meru Geothermal Prospect .  Robert Buluma This dynamic collaboration marks the first Climate Action Africa partnership of its kind in Tanzania and holds the promise of transforming the nation’s energy future through geothermal power. A Vision Born at the Foot of Mount Meru The Meru Geothermal Prospect, nestled beneath the majestic Mount Meru in Northern Tanzania, is no ordinary site. It is a sleeping giant—an untapped source of clean, renewable, low-emission energy that could power thousands of homes and industries. With the support of the Government of Canada and technical partners like TownRock Energy (UK), Oxfam Consults, and Aquarius Resources, this venture is more than a project—it’s a leap forward in climate resilience and energy inde...

A New Era for Baseload Power The future of clean energy lies not only in capturing renewable resources but also in unlocking the untapped potential of existing infrastructure. GreenFire Energy, a leader in geothermal innovation, has once again proven that dormant or underperforming geothermal wells can be revitalized to deliver substantial, sustainable power. Their latest demonstration project in Northern California marks a transformative leap for the geothermal sector. The Breakthrough Demonstration at The Geysers In a significant milestone for the geothermal industry, GreenFire Energy has launched the first commercial next-generation demonstration geothermal system at The Geysers   the world’s largest geothermal field. This breakthrough is more than a scientific achievement; it represents a scalable solution to one of the industry's longstanding challenges: low-output or idle geothermal wells. The demonstration system achieved sustained flow rates between 300–350 gallons per...

Ormat Technologies Acquires Blue Mountain Geothermal Power Plant for $88 Million Strategic Expansion in the U.S. Geothermal Energy Market By: Robert Buluma In a significant move poised to strengthen its foothold in the U.S. renewable energy sector, Ormat Technologies Inc. has announced the acquisition of the Blue Mountain geothermal power plant located in Humboldt County, Nevada . This 20 MW facility, formerly owned by Cyrq Energy , was acquired for USD 88 million , marking a strategic milestone in Ormat's ongoing growth strategy. This acquisition demonstrates Ormat’s commitment to bolstering its geothermal energy portfolio in the United States while contributing to the nation's clean energy goals. The Blue Mountain geothermal project not only adds capacity to Ormat’s existing generation assets but also sets the stage for further technological and operational enhancements.  Overview of the Blue Mountain Geothermal Power Plant The Blue Mountain facility, originally commis...

In a groundbreaking move that’s sending shockwaves across the clean energy sector, Google has secured regulatory approval for a first-of-its-kind partnership with NV Energy   By:  Buluma Robert a partnership that could fundamentally reshape the future of energy procurement in the United States. On May 13, 2025, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada officially gave the green light to a visionary initiative under the Clean Transition Tariff (CTT) — an innovative utility rate model designed to unlock new pathways for large energy users and utilities to invest in clean, reliable, and around-the-clock energy . A Bold Leap into the Future At the heart of this deal is a powerful alliance with Fervo Energy , the advanced geothermal developer behind Project Red   a nextgeneration geothermal plant designed to deliver 115 megawatts of continuous, carbon-free energy to Nevada's grid. This power will fuel Google’s Nevada data centers and cloud region, pushing the company clo...

In a bold stride toward clean energy expansion, Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. has been awarded a major contract to deliver geothermal power generation equipment for the Muara Laboh Stage-2 Geothermal Power Project in South Solok Regency, West Sumatra,  By:  Robert Buluma This marks another significant milestone in the company’s long-standing commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions across the globe. A Major Win for Fuji Electric Under this new contract, Fuji Electric (FE) will supply a complete set of geothermal power generation equipment, including a steam turbine and generator , and provide comprehensive engineering services. The project is being developed by a consortium comprising Sumitomo Corporation , PT Inti Karya Persada Tehnik , and PT Wasa Mitra Engineering , with FE spearheading the technological component of the installation. This is not the first time Fuji Electric has collaborated on the Muara Laboh site. The company was also behind the delivery of equip...