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Geothermal Exploration on Hawaiian Home Lands: A Path to Energy Independence and Economic Empowerment By: Robert Buluma In a bold move that could reshape Hawaii's energy landscape and provide long-term benefits for Native Hawaiians, the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands ( DHHL ) announced plans to request $15 million from the state legislature for geothermal exploration. This funding, spread over three years, aims to investigate and identify geothermal resources across DHHL's trust lands statewide. Led by DHHL Chair Kali Watson, the initiative highlights geothermal energy's potential as a revenue generator to lower electricity costs for homesteaders, produce water through desalination processes, and fund essential home construction projects. "It’s actually a tremendous potential revenue source, especially considering the cost of electricity nowadays," Watson emphasized in recent statements. This proposal comes at a pivotal time for Hawaii, where high energy costs ...

Trump's Bold Energy Vision: Unleashing Geothermal Power Alongside American Hydrocarbons! By:  Robert Buluma Hey folks, it's your favorite energy enthusiast here at  Alphaxioms , bringing you the inside scoop on how President Trump is making America energy-dominant again! If you've been following the headlines (and why wouldn't you?), the latest shake-up at the Department of Energy (DOE) is nothing short of revolutionary. Forget the sleepy, greenwashed bureaucracy of the past – Trump's team is charging full steam ahead with a reorganization that's laser-focused on real, reliable American energy. And get this: geothermal is getting a huge spotlight. Yeah, you read that right – President Trump is all in on tapping into the Earth's own heat to power our future. Let's dive in! A Clean Sweep for Smarter Energy Priorities Picture this: Under the previous administration, billions were funneled into pie-in-the-sky "clean energy demonstrations" that mos...

The Ethics of Foreign Investment in African Geothermal Resources By:  Robert Buluma Beneath the surface of Africa lies a force powerful enough to revolutionize the continent's energy future: geothermal energy. With its promise of clean, sustainable, and reliable baseload power, geothermal is no longer just a hidden treasure it's a strategic resource. Yet, as the interest of foreign investors grows in the Rift Valley and beyond, so do the ethical questions. Are these investments empowering Africa or quietly replicating patterns of resource exploitation? This article delves deep into the ethical implications of foreign investment in Africa's geothermal sector. We explore case studies across the continent, highlight emerging concerns, and present a framework for ensuring that Africa benefits from its geothermal riches without surrendering control or sovereignty. The African Geothermal Boom: A Global Attraction Africa, particularly along the East African Rift System (EARS)...