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Alphaxioms Spotlight: Strategic Geothermal Development Lessons from Aargau

Alphaxioms Insights: Unlocking Geothermal Potential – Lessons from the Canton of Aargau By  Robert Buluma Discover how Alphaxioms leverages lessons from the  Canton of Aargau to advance geothermal energy projects, combining data-driven mapping, strategic planning, and innovative technology for sustainable energy solutions. At Alphaxioms, we explore how geothermal energy can be effectively harnessed to power sustainable solutions worldwide. The Canton of Aargau in Switzerland recently launched a strategic geothermal initiative that serves as a model for data-driven development, offering valuable insights for Alphaxioms projects in Africa and beyond. Why Geothermal Energy Matters to Alphaxioms Geothermal energy is a reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly power source. Key advantages include: Baseload energy: Heat and electricity available 24/7. Minimal environmental footprint: Low surface area requirement and high efficiency. Climate impact: Supports carbon neutral...

DeepU Laser Drilling: Pioneering a Cleaner, Cheaper Geothermal Future

DeepU  Laser Drilling Technology Enters Field Testing: A Leap Toward Cleaner, Cheaper Geothermal Energy By :  Robert Buluma October 29, 2025 The quest to make geothermal energy more accessible and sustainable has taken a major step forward. The DeepU project , a European research and innovation initiative, has announced that its cutting-edge laser drilling technology is now ready for field testing , after 44 months of intensive research, laboratory experiments, and simulations. The DeepU system uses a laser beam combined with a supercritical nitrogen stream to drill through rock without physical contact, a breakthrough that promises to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and minimize the environmental impact of deep drilling operations. Funded by the European Innovation Council (EIC) Pathfinder programme under Horizon Europe, DeepU is coordinated by the University of Padua and RED SRL, in collaboration with Prevent GmbH, Fraunhofer IAPT, Geoserv Ltd, the University of Wroc...

XGS Energy Achieves 3,000-Hour Milestone in Geothermal Innovation

XGS Energy  Achieves 3,000-Hour Milestone for Water-Independent Geothermal System By : Robert Buluma HOUSTON, Sept 30, 2025 – In a groundbreaking achievement for the geothermal sector, XGS Energy has announced the successful 3,000-hour operation of its water-independent geothermal system at commercial scale. This milestone not only validates the system’s commercial economics but also positions XGS as the first company to demonstrate such technology under real-world, commercial conditions. A New Era in Geothermal Innovation The operations took place at the Coso Geothermal Field in California’s Western Mojave Desert, a site owned by Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure and operated by Coso Operating Company. XGS Energy  revitalized a well that had been idle for over two decades, installing its proprietary closed-loop geothermal system enhanced by Thermal Reach Enhancement (TRE) technology. Flow testing delivered a record performance, maintaining a sustained temperature differenc...