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Deep Geothermal Sends Insurers on the drawing board

Insurers Planning Solutions for Deep Geothermal Energy By  Robert Buluma In the pursuit of sustainable energy sources, deep geothermal energy has emerged as a promising avenue. However, challenges such as drilling risks and lack of insurance coverage have hindered its widespread adoption. Addressing these concerns, the Federal Ministry of Economics is deliberating solutions in collaboration with KfW, the federally owned development bank, to ensure the viability of deep geothermal energy projects. The Need for Insurance Coverage: One of the major obstacles faced by utilities and municipal utilities in implementing deep geothermal projects is the absence of insurance coverage. The uncertainty surrounding drilling success and the potential shortfall in expected heat production deter stakeholders from investing in such ventures. Proposed Solution: To mitigate these concerns, the proposed solution involves insuring the drilling success through KfW. Under this arrangement, if the projected h