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EDF and TAQA Geothermal Forge a Landmark Partnership to Advance Geothermal Energy in Saudi Arabia By: Robert Buluma In a move set to redefine Saudi Arabia’s energy landscape, EDF Saudi Arabia and TAQA Geothermal Energy Company have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy technologies in the Kingdom. This strategic agreement was formalized on FebKoruary 12, 2025, during the third edition of the PIF Private Sector Forum at the prestigious King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center in Riyadh. Geothermal Energy is well poised to keep on powering new frontiers and this is Great to find new fields ramping up for the heat beneath our feet A Bold Vision for Sustainable Energy The partnership between EDF and TAQA Geothermal marks a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia’s pursuit of clean, renewable energy solutions. The MoU aims to explore and develop geothermal power generation, HVAC applications, and Compressed Air Energ...

Unlocking Saudi Arabia's Geothermal Energy Potential: A Partnership Between TAQA GEOTHERMAL and KAUST By :  Robert Buluma In a landmark collaboration, TAQA GEOTHERMAL and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have embarked on a pioneering journey to explore Saudi Arabia's geothermal energy potential. This ambitious endeavor, announced on February 20, 2024, signals a significant step towards diversifying the Kingdom's energy sources and fostering sustainable development. The groundbreaking ceremony for the project marked the commencement of drilling the first observation well, named K-GEP#1, on the KAUST campus. This well, reaching a depth of 400 meters, will serve as a crucial test case for evaluating the feasibility of geothermal energy extraction in the region. The event witnessed the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including KAUST President Dr. Tony Chan and TAQA Geothermal CEO Meshary Al-Ayed, alongside notable members from both organizations. Dr....