Podcasts about geothermal

Combatting climate change will likely require a multi-pronged approach to renewable energy generation. After all, it's not sunny or windy everywhere all the time. Geothermal energy, which harnesses the natural heat generated by the earth, can significantly shrink the carbon footprint of heating and cooling buildings. Those systems are currently just a small part of the HVAC market. But the Department of Energy wants to accelerate production by 10% a year. Rae Solomon at KUNC in Northern Colorado reports on how one geothermal project in the municipality of Hayden is progressing.

Combatting climate change will likely require a multi-pronged approach to renewable energy generation. After all, it's not sunny or windy everywhere all the time. Geothermal energy, which harnesses the natural heat generated by the earth, can significantly shrink the carbon footprint of heating and cooling buildings. Those systems are currently just a small part of the HVAC market. But the Department of Energy wants to accelerate production by 10% a year. Rae Solomon at KUNC in Northern Colorado reports on how one geothermal project in the municipality of Hayden is progressing.

Cindrigo Holdings Ltd (LSE:CINH) CEO Lars Guldstrand talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's debut on the London Stock Exchange's Main Market and its strategy to grow within the European clean energy space. Cindrigo's core business is focused on delivering clean baseload energy, particularly through geothermal and waste-to-energy projects. Guldstrand explained that the company's main assets are based in Finland and Germany, and said Cindrigo is now entering an important growth phase. “We have today a very solid operating platform in Finland ready to go in operation and the projects in Germany,” Guldstrand stated. He said the London listing would support Cindrigo's future expansion by boosting its credibility and ability to raise capital. Guldstrand pointed to two key operational milestones over the next 12 to 18 months: the start-up of the waste-to-energy facility in Finland, and securing funding, followed by drilling for the geothermal project in Germany. While the company's primary strategy is focused on organic development, Guldstrand said partnerships could play a role, particularly with new projects. He highlighted that the biggest risks include potential delays in the Finland plant start-up and unsatisfactory drilling results in Germany, although he noted the strong government support available. Cindrigo is positioning itself to meet growing demand for baseload clean energy across Europe, with Guldstrand citing the company's strong asset base, experienced team and board, and favourable market conditions. For more interviews like this, visit Proactive's YouTube channel. Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss future updates. # Cindrigo #CleanEnergy #GeothermalEnergy #WasteToEnergy #LarsGuldstrand #IPO #LondonStockExchange #GreenInvesting #EnergyTransition #ProactiveInvestors

https://youtu.be/FmTo8ZkfZ68Matt and Sean talk about Matt's geothermal heat pump experience, digging wells, and the meaning of “young.”Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, How My Geothermal Heat Pump Really Performed (2 Years) https://youtu.be/DTb7TKJzr5g?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi7uzySCXq8VXhodHB5B5OiQ(00:00) - - Intro (05:22) - - Feedback (17:33) - - 2 Years of Geothermal Discussion YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcastGet in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedbackSupport the show: https://pod.fan/still-to-be-determinedFollow us on X: @stilltbdfm @byseanferrell @mattferrell or @undecidedmfUndecided with Matt Ferrell: https://www.youtube.com/undecidedmf ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stu Turley hosts Steve Reese (Reese Energy Consulting) and Matthew Hill (fire suppression expert) for a powerful conversation on the future of energy, natural gas demand, AI data center growth, and energy infrastructure. They unpack the collision course between LNG exports and power-hungry data centers, highlight the coming turbine shortage, and explore mobile microgrid and modular refinery innovations. Topics span from CNG applications, geothermal crossover, and battery fire risks, to U.S. refining bottlenecks, regulatory barriers, and California's energy policies as a national security threat. The episode is a dynamic mix of industry insight, policy critique, and forward-looking solutions—driven by a call for energy dominance, regulatory reform, and American innovation. You will want to connect with Steve Reese on LinkedIn: / steve-reese-185a86 ​ And Matthew Hill is a must-connect for safety: / matthewhillknightfires... ​ Check out Reese Energy Consulting at https://reeseenergycon...​ Highlights of the Podcast 00:00​ – Intro 00:00​ – Intro & Guests 01:03​ – Gas Demand: LNG vs. Data Centers 01:53​ – Turbine Shortage & Microgrids 02:43​ – Big Tech's Unreal Gas Expectations 04:05​ – Mobile Data Centers on Well Pads 05:16​ – Frac Firms Becoming Tech Giants 06:41​ – ROI of AI Infrastructure 08:20​ – CNG & Mobile Midstream 09:42​ – Gen Z & ESG Pressure 10:17​ – Failed Solar & Gas Reality 10:52​ – SMRs & Powering AI Boom 12:20​ – Flynn, California, & Business Exodus 15:09​ – Regulation Creep & Safety 18:16​ – Pipeline Delays & Bottlenecks 20:32​ – Illegals & Hydrocarbon Transport Risks 21:30​ – CA Imports Dirty Oil While Shutting Local Supply 23:21​ – U.S. Refinery Gap 24:57​ – NIMBYs & NatSec Risk 26:03​ – Gas Price Outlook 27:40​ – Geothermal's Momentum 29:55​ – New Modular Refineries 31:38​ – Operator vs. Political Disconnect 33:02​ – Reese's AI & LNG Training 33:45​ – CNG/LNG Use on Pads 34:52​ – Battery Fire Safety & BESS 36:47​ – Mobile Power Best Practices 38:34​ – Lithium Battery Threats 39:02​ – Wrap-Up & Outro Full Transcript at https://theenergynewsb...​ #EnergyDominance​ #NaturalGasBoom​ #DataCenterDemand​#MicrogridSolutions​ #EnergyInfrastructure​ #FireSuppressionTech​ #RefiningCrisisn​#GeothermalEnergy​ #RegulatoryReform​ #AmericanLNG​

In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stu Turley hosts Steve Reese (Reese Energy Consulting) and Matthew Hill (fire suppression expert) for a powerful conversation on the future of energy, natural gas demand, AI data center growth, and energy infrastructure. They unpack the collision course between LNG exports and power-hungry data centers, highlight the coming turbine shortage, and explore mobile microgrid and modular refinery innovations. Topics span from CNG applications, geothermal crossover, and battery fire risks, to U.S. refining bottlenecks, regulatory barriers, and California's energy policies as a national security threat. The episode is a dynamic mix of industry insight, policy critique, and forward-looking solutions—driven by a call for energy dominance, regulatory reform, and American innovation.You will want to connect with Steve Reese on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-reese-185a86/And Matthew Hill is a must-connect for safety: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhillknightfirespecialists4055682742/Check out Reese Energy Consulting at https://reeseenergyconsulting.com/Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 – Intro00:00 – Intro & Guests01:03 – Gas Demand: LNG vs. Data Centers01:53 – Turbine Shortage & Microgrids02:43 – Big Tech's Unreal Gas Expectations04:05 – Mobile Data Centers on Well Pads05:16 – Frac Firms Becoming Tech Giants06:41 – ROI of AI Infrastructure08:20 – CNG & Mobile Midstream09:42 – Gen Z & ESG Pressure10:17 – Failed Solar & Gas Reality10:52 – SMRs & Powering AI Boom12:20 – Flynn, California, & Business Exodus15:09 – Regulation Creep & Safety18:16 – Pipeline Delays & Bottlenecks20:32 – Illegals & Hydrocarbon Transport Risks21:30 – CA Imports Dirty Oil While Shutting Local Supply23:21 – U.S. Refinery Gap24:57 – NIMBYs & NatSec Risk26:03 – Gas Price Outlook27:40 – Geothermal's Momentum29:55 – New Modular Refineries31:38 – Operator vs. Political Disconnect33:02 – Reese's AI & LNG Training33:45 – CNG/LNG Use on Pads34:52 – Battery Fire Safety & BESS36:47 – Mobile Power Best Practices38:34 – Lithium Battery Threats39:02 – Wrap-Up & OutroFull Transcript at https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/

Watch on YouTube Cindrigo has listed on the main board of the London Stock Exchange with an initial market capitalisation of £40 million. The company plans to develop geothermal projects in Germany, backed by cashflow from a near-term development project in Finland. Chief executive Lars Gulstrand joins Vox to offer an insight into the precise nature of the opportunity here, especially given that power generation in Germany has undergone such radical transformation in recent years with the mothballing of coal and nuclear.

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Simply operating America's buildings uses more than a third of the country's energy. A major chunk of that is temperature control — keeping the indoors cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Heating eats into families' budgets and burns a tremendous amount of fuel oil and natural gas. But what if we could heat and cool buildings more efficiently, cleanly, and cheaply? On this week's episode of Shift Key, Rob and Jesse talk to Dulcie Madden, the founder and CEO of Dig Energy, a New Hampshire-based startup that is trying to lower the cost of digging geothermal wells scaled to serve a single structure. Dig makes small rigs that can drill boreholes for ground source heat pumps — a technology that uses the bedrock's ambient temperature to heat and cool homes and businesses while requiring unbelievably low amounts of energy. Once groundsource wells get built, they consume far less energy than gas furnaces, air conditioners, or even air-dependent heat pumps. Shift Key is hosted by Robinson Meyer, the founding executive editor of Heatmap, and Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University. Jesse is an adviser to Dig Energy.Mentioned:Dig EnergyTechCrunch: “Geothermal is too expensive, but Dig Energy's impossibly small drill rig might fix that”Princeton University's Geo-Exchange SystemJesse's downshift; Rob's downshift. --This episode of Shift Key is sponsored by …Hydrostor is building the future of energy with Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage. Delivering clean, reliable power with 500-megawatt facilities sited on 100 acres, Hydrostor's energy storage projects are transforming the grid and creating thousands of American jobs. Learn more at hydrostor.ca.A warmer world is here. Now what? Listen to Shocked, from the University of Chicago's Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth, and hear journalist Amy Harder and economist Michael Greenstone share new ways of thinking about climate change and cutting-edge solutions. Find it here.Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I chat with Quaise CEO Carlos Araque about unlocking geothermal energy on a planetary scale by drilling miles into the Earth's crust. He explains how his company's technology vaporizes rock with microwaves to reach depths where intense heat sends the water supercritical, packing ten times the energy density of conventional geothermal. The ultimate goal: persuading the oil and gas industry to put its capital and expertise toward mining heat rather than fuels. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.volts.wtf/subscribe

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Geothermal energy is renewable, reliable and powerful. So, why is most of it untapped? That's what our listener, Anna in the UK, wants to know. Full disclosure, she's a geologist and is thoroughly perplexed by the lack of uptake. Geothermal is renewable, reliable and abundant and yet, less than 1% of the world's energy is generated from it. Host Graihagh Jackson hears about a team in Iceland who hope to "super-charge" geothermal power by drilling directly into volcanic magma. And she travels to Germany to visit Vulcan Energy, a company which is combining geothermal with extracting one of the world's most sought-after metals: Lithium. Plus, our reporter in Indonesia tells Graihagh about local opposition to some geothermal power plants. The programme was first broadcast in 2024. Got a question you'd like answered? Email: TheClimateQuestion@bbc.com or WhatsApp: +44 8000 321 721 Host: Graihagh Jackson Reporter in Indonesia: Johanes Hutabarat Producer: Osman Iqbal Sound Mix: James Beard and Tom Brignell Editor: Simon Watts

Show Notes 26 September 2025Story 1: No sorting needed: Plasma torch shows promise for hassle-free plastic recyclingSource: TechXplore.comLink: https://techxplore.com/news/2025-09-plasma-torch-hassle-free-plastic.htmlStory 2: MIT spinoff achieves major milestone in pursuit of limitless energy beneath our feet: 'Could fundamentally change how we power our world'Source: The Cool Down via MSN.comLink: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/mit-spinoff-achieves-major-milestone-in-pursuit-of-limitless-energy-beneath-our-feet-could-fundamentally-change-how-we-power-our-world/ar-AA1KOf5nVideo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYHcCsFlD2QSee also: https://www.quaise.com/Story 3: Scientists build micromotors smaller than a human hair - Tiny light-powered gears could revolutionize medicine by powering machines the size of human cells.Source: ScienceDaily.comLink: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250918025025.htmResearch paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-62869-6Story 4: New Ultrasound Helmet Reaches Deep Inside the Brain Without SurgerySource: ScienceAlert.comLink: https://www.sciencealert.com/new-ultrasound-helmet-reaches-deep-inside-the-brain-without-surgeryResearch paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-63020-1Honorable MentionsStory: NASA Is Testing a Nuclear Battery That Could Last 433 YearsSource: Popular MechanicsLink: https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a65964293/nuclear-battery-433-years/Story: China's transparent coating to turn ordinary windows into solar power generatorsSource: Interesting EngineeringLink: https://interestingengineering.com/energy/colorless-coating-turn-windows-into-solar-panelsStory: Scientists Pitch Bold Plan to Turn Nuclear Waste Into Nuclear Fuel - Tapping into discarded nuclear waste could help generate a self-sufficient source of a key ingredient for nuclear fusion, a new plan proposes.Source: GizmodoLink: https://gizmodo.com/scientists-pitch-bold-plan-to-turn-nuclear-waste-into-nuclear-fuel-2000643875Story: Scientists Made ‘Jelly Ice' That Never Melts. It's Edible, Compostable and ReusableSource: ZME ScienceLink: https://www.zmescience.com/science/news-science/scientists-made-jelly-ice-that-never-melts-its-edible-compostable-and-reusable/

Tune into this episode of Energy Voice Out Loud to hear news editor Erikka Askeland and reporter Mathew Perry discuss the Labour's energy policy difficulties as it heads to its party conference. Energy Voice reporter Michael Behr unveils the US president's latest attack on European offshore wind developers. Then Mat meets up with trade body Geothermal UK to find out why this technology is so hot in Scotland.

The Indonesian government designated Flores in East Nusa Tenggara province as a Geothermal Island in 2017. The State Electricity Company PLN welcomed the policy by massively expanding the construction of geothermal power plants (PLTP). However, the move was opposed by the NTT community with the support from the church. - Pemerintah Indonesia menetapkan Flores di provinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur sebagai Pulau Panas Bumi atau Geothermal Island pada tahun 2017. Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) menyambut kebijakan itu dengan melakukan ekspansi pembangunan Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Panas bumi (PLTP) secara masif. Namun, langkah itu ditentang masyarakat NTT dengan dukungan pihak gereja.

On this episode, we dive into geothermal energy, a process that involves tapping into underground reservoirs of heat and steam and using that heat either directly or to generate electricity. Geothermal is attracting the attention of state lawmakers who are looking for additional clean energy sources, new techniques to generate geothermal energy by pumping water into heated layers of the Earth, make geothermal an option in areas of the country where the underground reservoirs of hot water have disappeared. Joining the podcast to explain the issue are Sarah Jewett, vice president for strategy at Fervo Energy, and Alex McWard, who tracks energy issues for NCSL. Jewett had explained the history of the geothermal industry, how new techniques have changed the outlook for geothermal and the role she thinks this energy sector will play as demand increases sharply for electricity. McWard pointed to a few states that have taken legislative action to encourage geothermal development and why some state lawmakers are excited about the potential of geothermal. ResourcesFervo EnergyWebinar: “Heating Up: The Emergence of Geothermal Energy,” NCSL

Joe Spurgeon, PHD, has a multidisciplinary doctorate degree in Analytical Chemistry and Environmental Health from the University of Pittsburgh; and was a Certified Industrial Hygienist from 1993 - 2013. His career has included working as a research chemist on the NBS Lead-Paint Poisoning Program, directing the FAA's Combustion Toxicology Laboratory, performing Health Assessments for CDC/ATSDR, implementing US EPA's Laboratory Exposure Assessment Project, and working as a consultant specializing in microbial indoor air quality for US PHS. He has performed numerous residential and commercial investigations involving water intrusions and microbial contaminants; has taught courses on mold investigations, sampling, and data interpretation methods; and has served as an expert witness in numerous mold cases. His books are available at http://expertonmold.com/ Danny Gough calls himself a slow learner trying to retire. He works out of Yadkinville, NC and his specialties include Building Performance Consulting, Psychometric analysis and advanced humidity control, Design of HVAC systems for Low Energy Buildings, Geothermal, Solar, Radiant, and Service hot water. Mr. Gough is also an Approved Instructor for the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). He also provides continuing education Instruction for The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and for the NC licensing board for General contractors.

This episode introduces listeners to the transformative potential of geothermal energy. Former NHL Ranger and current Brightcore Energy President Mike Richter explains what geothermal is, how it works, and why it's now among the most cost-effective and scalable solutions for heating and cooling large buildings. Mike explores the innovations making geothermal more accessible than ever, takes a look at some recent projects, and discusses what's next for Brightcore and the industry as demand for deep building decarbonization continues to grow.

This episode introduces listeners to the transformative potential of geothermal energy. Former NHL Ranger and current Brightcore Energy President Mike Richter explains what geothermal is, how it works, and why it's now among the most cost-effective and scalable solutions for heating and cooling large buildings. Mike explores the innovations making geothermal more accessible than ever, takes a look at some recent projects, and discusses what's next for Brightcore and the industry as demand for deep building decarbonization continues to grow.

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and the Albany Community Land Trust held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 4 on Orange Street for geothermal drilling underway at two properties in the Sheridan Hollow neighborhood. These boreholes will enable highly efficient geothermal energy to be used to heat and cool 3 residential units and a commercial business. This pilot program, spearheaded by NYSERDA and Aztech Geothermal, will hopefully lead to a district geothermal system that will provide heating and cooling to up to 100 homes in the neighborhood that for more than a century has been polluted by the state's Sheridan Avenue Steam Plant used to power the Capitol and Empire State Plaza Complex. We hear from Sue Cottner of the Land Trust; Mayor Kathy Sheehan; Geoff Hoffer of Aztech; Albany County Legislator Mert Simpson; and, Christine Hoffer of NY Geo. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

When congressional Republicans took a sledgehammer to the Inflation Reduction Act last summer, advanced geothermal startups were largely spared. Drilling for renewable energy appears to be one of the few things that engenders bipartisan support. Now, with the uncertainty settled, geothermal companies are announcing deals that promise to pave the way for broader deployment of their technology. Also, Fizz, the college social app, is expanding into grocery delivery thanks to a new partnership with Gopuff, the startup told TechCrunch exclusively. The partnership will allow students to order anything from late-night snacks to weekly groceries directly within the Fizz app in as fast as 15 minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House released a new executive order in July — Accelerating Federal Permitting of Data Center Infrastructure  —calling on government to develop AI-ready data centers, streamline federal permitting and encourage private investment in critical infrastructure. Federal agencies are focusing on system resilience to withstand rising environmental and cybersecurity threats as data centers continue to grow. A joint report from the Department of Energy and Lawrence Berkeley National Lab reveals that electricity usage by data centers tripled over the past decade and could double or triple again by 2028 — potentially consuming up to 12% of the nation's electricity. Federal researchers and cybersecurity experts are exploring underground thermal energy storage systems like Borehole Thermal Energy Storage (BTES) to regulate temperatures and reduce grid stress. Leaders from federal/critical infrastructure operational support and National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) are exploring how geothermal solutions can keep data centers operational during extreme weather events and power outages. As the U.S. races to expand its digital infrastructure, these innovations may be key to building a secure and sustainable future.

A geothermal plant near Taupo is about to power up its fifth electricity generator. Reporter Libby Kirkby-McLeod has more.

STERLING WENT ON BIG ROAD TRIP AND HE TELLS US THE WHOLE THING the episode the movie electric boogaloo. Bro went to go see Ghost in concert and did more than just go see Ghost in concert. Geothermal wonders, locking keys in cars, and meeting cool people all included in this episode. This week on Flag Time. Video on Patreon

The role that research centers play in any energy ecosystem are extremely vital. We have seen this play out in the Oil and Gas space, mining, environmental, and so on. Well, Geothermal is no different. The Cascade Institute is on a mission to unlock ultra-deep geothermal resources within Canada specifically with the hopes that it spurs traction globally. From funding models, policy support, to in field test sites where technology can be de-risked unlocking critical investment dollars, these institutes are a key piece to the energy ecosystem. This episode features Peter Massie, the Director of the Geothermal office at the Cascade Institute and we touch on many of these topics and more, so come have a listen. Cascade Institute https://www.linkedin.com/company/cascade-institute/posts/?feedView=allPeter Massiehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-massie/Peter's Book Recommendation How Solar Energy Became Cheap by Greg NenetHow Solar Energy Became Cheap: A Model for Low-Carbon Innovation: Nemet, Gregory F.: 9780367136598: Amazon.com: BooksCORE Knowledgehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/core-geothermalNick Cestarihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-cestari-48059268/

WATCH the video on Substack by clicking the play button above or on YouTube (here).STREAM audio only on Apple Podcasts (here), Spotify (here), or your favorite podcast player app.DOWNLOAD a pdf of the slide deck by clicking the blue Download button below.This week we extend our “Obliterating Peak Oil Demand” series to take on other mainstream macro narratives with a focus on natural gas. We have to admit, it did not even cross our mind that the outlook for global gas demand was anything other than continued growth for the foreseeable future. In fact, there are a number of high-profile macro forecasters projecting a permanent peak in global natural gas demand by as soon as 2030 and in some cases the mid-2030s. This, in our view, is pure insanity. We will take the over, and in fact the way over, that global natural gas demand will grow for many, many decades into the future.Perhaps we were lulled into a false sense of presumed natural gas growth optimism based on what we think is a broad-based acceptance of US natural gas growth due to LNG export expansion and now AI-driven power demand growth. But we are realizing that a positive view of US growth is not necessarily extending to a positive view on global natural gas growth for some of the major macro forecasting agencies.The final topic we discuss this week is a warning to ignore energy macro forecasters that merely tweak prior "transition" assumptions by pushing them slightly out in time. It was an article in the Financial Times this past week that caught our attention on this front and we would strongly encourage energy executives, investors, and board members to simply ignore and pushback on energy macro outlooks that are not grounded in energy's natural hierarchy of needs, which acknowledges that energy availability and reliability is all everyone everywhere cares about. Macro forecasts that prioritize counting carbon should not be the basis for how to think about capital allocation.Before we dig in, two reminders. If you are listening to this on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, there is a corresponding video you can find on YouTube (here), Substack (here), or Veriten's website (here). And second, this will be our final Super-Spiked of the summer. We will return after Labor Day.Exhibit 1: We do not agree with energy macro forecasting groups that are calling for a peak in global gas demand by 2030 or 2035Source: Energy Institute, IEA, OPEC, Veriten.Exhibit 2: We do not agree with the projected sharp slowdown in global gas consumption growth made by some leading energy macro forecastersSource: Energy Institute, IEA, OPEC, Veriten.Peak natural gas even more non-sensical than oil* The idea that global natural gas demand will peak, or even slow, by 2030 is even more far-fetched than the oil debate.* Global power demand expected to grow at a healthy clip.* 24x7x365 requirement supports base-load natural gas, coal, nuclear.* Geothermal, while worth studying, is still unproven at scale; hydro is niche.* Solar + batteries will grow in areas with high solar radiation. Wind is also location specific.* Natural gas does need to compete on overall price/cost economics with alternatives.* Access to capital matters in natural gas, which lacks the mega caps seen in the oil value chain.Don't fall for “delayed transition” narratives* There is now broad-based recognition that the “easy energy transition”” is a bad joke that has adverse societal consequences.* Our Obliterating Peak Oil Demand series, which we have extended to coal and natural gas, illustrates the absurdity.* The mindset that everyone deserves to be energy rich is gaining in acceptance.* What to watch: (1) With upcoming high profile energy outlooks, watch for “delayed transition” language, which is a cop out. (2) If you are a corporate executive, board member, or investor, don't fall for it in making capital allocation decisions.Exhibit 3: Don't fall for “delayed transition” narrativesSource: Financial Times.⚡️ On A Personal Note: Summer Reading List

WATCH the video on Substack by clicking the play button above or on YouTube (here).STREAM audio only on Apple Podcasts (here), Spotify (here), or your favorite podcast player app.Last week we did a check-in on how the answers to the tactical questions for 2025 we posed back in January were faring (here). This week we go through our Big Themes for 2025 which we had also highlighted back in January (here). We look at what's in and what's out through the lens of macro frameworks, public policy implications, and finally corporate strategy and energy sub-sector outlooks. We will publish our final summer Super-Spiked next week before taking a 2-week hiatus until after Labor Day. BIG THEMES FOR 2025* Energy scenario normalization * Power surge: This generation's super-cycle * Energy sources and technologies MACRO FRAMEWORK IMPLICATIONS * Net Zero and “The Energy Transition” are out. Energy policies that will drive GDP growth and meeting energy's natural hierarchy of needs are in. * Solving for everyone on Earth someday becoming energy rich is in. Assuming people will choose to stay poor is out. * OPEC Research is in. Energy macro agencies and oil companies that were driven by “net zero” narratives are out (for now). What to watch: * BP Energy Outlook (Sep), IEA WEO (Oct) * Africa's significant TAM (total address market): Up to 60 million b/d of desired oil demand versus 5 million b/d todayPOLICY IMPLICATIONS * Energy policy that drives long-term affordability, reliability, and security are in. Policies that start with counting CO2 are out. * IRA is out. Meeting AI demand is in. * Some of the above is in. All of the above was never in. * Regions that are long energy resource should all be in, but some are still out (California) or not sufficiently in (Canada). What to watch: * US natural gas midstream infrastructure * Canada oil and natural gas export infrastructure * Reliability, affordability reforms in California, Western Europe CORPORATE IMPLACATIONS * Companies exposed to power value chain are in. Natural gas is in. Oil value chain is still out. * Solar + batteries are still in. Wind is out. * Nuclear is in. “Green” hydrogen is out. Geothermal hoping to be in. * IPPs are in. SMID oils (E&P, OFS) are out, though SMID OFS diversifying into power are in. * Companies driving new technology development in regions that are short energy resource are in… * …Companies that exist to exploit rich-world government subsidies in the name of CO2 accounting are out.

We sit down with the two musicians behind Eco Soul Entertainment, which uses original soul, funk, and R&B songs to encourage adults and kids to take care of our precious planet. This Bay Area band has been in the trenches working with various local climate action groups. Their mantra? Make climate education and action fun and engaging. Take a listen to excerpts of 3 of their songs and see what they mean. Guests and Titles: Will Hammond Jr., singer and Mike Roberts, songwriter/musicianGreat Guest Quote:  ”It's a way of edutaining the people, you know, you educate them on the, the facts and then you entertain them through the music. And so, that's really what we're about.” - Will Hammond Jr.Keywords:  #eco-music, #climate music, #Eco Soul Entertainment, #I'm Your Heat Pump, #Geothermal, #I Love Flowers, #edutainment, #eco-songs, #climate songsHost: Sean MendelsonTranscriptEpisode recapDid you know? We LOVE listener feedback! Share your thoughts and insights by taking this brief survey.Related Action Resources:Eco Soul Entertainment: Official website for the band.  Project InnerSpace: Eco Soul Entertainment's "Geothermal" was made in partnership with this group that advocates for awareness about geothermal  energy.Eco Soul Entertainment's ‘I Like Flowers' video has four project partners currently:Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour: Tours of native flowers.Golden Gate Bird Alliance: Promotes educations and conservation for birds.The Watershed Nursery: California native plants and habitat enhancement services.Nature in the City: Habitat restoration, urban greening, community engagement."I Like Flowers" Music Video Donation Site: Donations [through June 18th, 2025] go towards the music video that raises awareness of the four above partners.The Switch Is On: This organization helps educate and provide electric solutions. This  is where the idea for Eco Soul Entertainment and their song “I'm Your Heat Pump” blossomed.Rising Sun (where guest Will Hamond Jr. works): This group offers climate careers to young leaders who provide “Green House Calls”: energy and water efficiency services to households throughout the Bay Area.Music Declares Emergency: Bringing artists, music professionals and music fans together to call for an immediate response from the government to respond to the climate change emergency to protect all life on Earth.Gabriella Smith, a Bay Area native whose classical music compositions focus on our climate.Grist article on how musicians and music venues across the country  are championing climate action. Please share this podcast with a few friends, family, or colleagues. Remember to follow this podcast to find out when new episodes get released!Contact Us: Do you know a Bay Area-based Everyday Climate Champion? We'd love to interview them! Get in touch: info@everydayClimateChampions.orgWebsite: http://www.EverydayClimateChampions.orgPodcast Production Team: Executive Producer/Editor: Dalya Massachi; Sound Designer: Martin Sanchez; Co-Hosts/Researchers: Ellisa Feinstein, Isabella Genereaux, Sean Mendelson, Hasini Parepalli, Eli Staton. Logo Designer: Gabriela Vargas* This episode is dedicated to the memory of our Executive Producer's music-loving sister, Deborah Massachi. She passed away during this episode's production.

Today, my guest is Brian Roberts. Brian Roberts is with Dandelion where he serves as director of business development, and in just a minute, we're going to speak with Brian Roberts about high performance, Earth powered geothermal heating and cooling.   https://dandelionenergy.com/  

Sponsored by: EDF power solutionsWhen hockey legend Mike Richter retired from the NHL, he pivoted to a career in energy efficiency. Mike is now the president of Brightcore Energy, a company that offers turn-key solutions -- including geothermal systems, solar, energy storage, or smart building technologies -- that simplify the clean energy journey for large commercial and industrial clients. During our conversation, Mike and I focus on advancements in geothermal that enable companies like Brightcore to not only complete projects in wide open spaces like business parks and college campuses, but also in extremely tight spaces ... like Manhattan. Selected highlightsHow geothermal helps buildings 'beat the heat ... and the cold' - (4:33)The challenges of using georthermal in urban settings - (10:05)Geothermal and earthquakes - (18:48)PPAs and other financial factors for geothermal - (25:17)The impact of the Big Beautiful Act on geothermal - (32:06)Mike's bold predictions for the future of geothermal - (39:33)Geothermal and AI data centers - (43:13)Sign up for the Renewable Energy SmartBrief

Matt and Sean talk about Quaise, a geothermal energy company that's pushing fusion tech into the ground. Literally.Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, How Fusion Tech Just Changed Geothermal Energy Forever https://youtu.be/gO_LLqZfNdY?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi7uzySCXq8VXhodHB5B5OiQ(00:00) - - Intro & Feedback (09:28) - - Quaise Discussion YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcastGet in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedbackSupport the show: https://pod.fan/still-to-be-determinedFollow us on X: @stilltbdfm @byseanferrell @mattferrell or @undecidedmfUndecided with Matt Ferrell: https://www.youtube.com/undecidedmf ★ Support this podcast ★

The Resources Minister says New Zealand's missed a trick with geothermal energy. Shane Jones' draft strategy lays out a goal of doubling its production by 2040. He says we should have begun investment seven years ago, when we banned oil and gas exploration. Jones told Mike Hosking we have some great expertise on geothermal energy that we should be harnessing. He says Indonesia and other areas are investing in this, and our New Zealanders are more highly regarded there, than here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geothermal Energy Starter Pack (Geothermal Interviews On A Curious Worldview Podcast)Curious Worldview Newsletter - https://curiousworldview.beehiiv.com/subscribe-----Quaise are on the other side of the most exciting week in their companies short history. They use millimeter wave energy from a gyrotron to vaporise rock and create boreholes for accessing deep geothermal energy, offering an alternative to costly traditional drilling methods for accessing those critically hot depths. It is an extremely ambitious, exciting and unique ambition - and Quaise have now proven their technology is applicable outside of theoretical and controlled lab conditions. They have successfully dug to a depth of 100m with their technology at a sight just outside of Austin, Texas - and therefore, move one step closer to realising their goal for adding electrons at scale to the grid.Matt Houde is the Co-Founder of Quaise. This is the second time he's joined me on the podcast. In this interview today we discussed the success of Texas, the business model of Quaise, serendipity in innovation, politics and finance for Quaise and plenty more in between… 

What if the future of energy isn't massive — but microscopic?  In this episode of Energy Espresso, Dave Bosco talks with Denis Krysanov, founder of Heologic Group, about how digital geochemistry is unlocking overlooked energy sources hiding in plain sight — from helium to lithium to natural hydrogen.You'll learn why small reservoirs might be the next big play in oil & gas, and how thinking smaller could lead to smarter exploration.Tune in NOW!00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:30 Morning Coffee Rituals02:04 Guest Introduction and Background03:43 Morning Routine and Coffee Preferences06:15 Journey into Oil and Gas Industry08:22 Starting a Business and Management Style11:13 Innovations in Helium Technology16:02 Helium Signal and Exploration Process27:18 Exploring the Potential of Helium28:29 Micro-Scale Energy Solutions29:08 Global Energy Challenges and Opportunities31:14 Democratizing Energy Access37:13 Natural Hydrogen and Helium Exploration43:46 Future of Energy and Technology48:58 Geothermal and Lithium Innovations53:54 Conclusion and Future Outlook

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The name Mike Richter is well-known among hockey fans. Richter spent 15 years in the National Hockey League as a goalie for the New York Rangers, including in 1994 when he was a fixture in the net during the team's Stanley Cup winning season. Richter was also recognized as the most valuable player for the U.S.'s 1996 gold medal winning World Cup team, as well as a member of three U.S. Olympic teams, including in 2002 when the team won the silver medal. Richter was inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 2008. But what is likely lesser known is that Richter is the current president of Brightcore Energy, a leading provider of integrated, end-to-end clean energy solutions to the commercial, institutional, and government markets. The Armonk, New York–headquartered company's services include high-efficiency geothermal-based heating and cooling systems for both new construction and existing building retrofits, among other things. Brightcore's turnkey, single-point solution encompasses all project development phases including preliminary modeling, feasibility and design, incentive and policy guidance, construction and implementation, and system performance monitoring. As a guest on The POWER Podcast, Richter noted that heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for commercial, industrial, and municipal buildings consume an enormous amount of energy in a place like New York City. Furthermore, the emissions associated with these systems can be significant. “If you can address that, you're doing something important, and that's really where our focus has been, particularly the last few years,” he said. Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems Traditional geothermal often requires significant open space for the geothermal borefield and can have material time implications in project development. Brightcore says its exclusive UrbanGeo solution combines proprietary geothermal drilling technology and techniques that increase the feasibility of geothermal heating and cooling applicability while reducing construction development timelines. “We typically go between 500 and 1,000 feet down,” Richter explained. “The ambient temperature of the ground about four feet down below our feet here in New York is 55 degrees [Fahrenheit] year-round.” The constant and stable underground temperature is the key to geothermal heating and cooling systems. Even when the air above ground is extremely hot or freezing cold, the earth's steady temperature provides a valuable heating or cooling resource. A geothermal system has pipes buried underground that fluid is circulated through, and a heat pump inside the building. In winter, the fluid in the pipes absorbs warmth from the earth and brings it inside. There, the heat pump “compresses” this heat, raising its temperature so it can warm the building air comfortably—even when it's icy cold outside. In summer, the system works in reverse. The heat pump pulls heat out of the building's air, sending it through the same underground pipes. Since the earth is cooler than the hot summer air, it acts like a giant heat sponge, soaking up unwanted heat from the building. This process cools the living space easily and efficiently, using a lot less energy than a regular air conditioner because the ground is always cooler than the hot outdoor air. So, whether it's heating or cooling, a geothermal system can keep buildings comfortable by moving heat between the building and the earth. “[It's] pretty straightforward and very, very efficient and effective, particularly—and this is key—at the extremes,” said Richter. “Air source heat pumps are excellent and they continue to get better,” he added.

Despite uncertainty for US clean energy investors, things are looking good for the geothermal sector. US$1.7 billion in public funding was pumped into geothermal projects in Q1 this year - 85% of 2024's entire annual allocation – as breakthrough technologies promise to transform untapped resources into commercially viable clean energy projects.Enhanced geothermal and advanced geothermal technologies are making geothermal energy accessible anywhere, not just at existing sites chosen for their high-temperatures.To explore the science behind EGS and AGS, host Sylvia Leyva Martinez is joined by John Plack, VP of engineering at Ameresco. John explains how techniques adapted from the oil and gas sector, like directional drilling and reservoir stimulation, are improving geothermal's commercial viability. John shares what's changed since the IRA's passage, the role of EGS, and why improved subsurface mapping is critical to unlocking investment.Geothermal is currently supplying less than 1% of global energy needs, but could provide 15% of worldwide power by 2050. The US leads global geothermal power production, yet its 4 GW of installed capacity leaves vast resources untapped. Total potential US geothermal capacity exceeds 500 GW, with the best sites in western states featuring temperatures above 150°C and heat flow rates exceeding 80 milliwatts per square metre.Investment is there, and the technology is there, so has the impact of the Trump administration's energy policy been lighter for geothermal than other sectors like wind and solar? Why?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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  The Green Impact Report Quick take: Larry Lessard reveals why geothermal systems are 400-600% more efficient than fossil fuel alternatives and how network geothermal is revolutionizing district-level sustainability—plus the strategic insight that could reshape your approach to renewable energy priorities. Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion Lawrence Lessard is an applied scientist with a career encompassing hydrogeology, contaminated site remediation, and geothermal system design and installation.  He is the founder of both Lessard Environmental, Inc. and Achieve Renewable Energy, LLC. He is also a nature and astronomical photographer, third degree blackbelt in Judo, and a Hang Glider Pilot.

Geothermal energy is gaining traction as oil and natural gas majors funnel substantial investments into startups and projects that use drilling techniques akin to fracking to harness underground heat for clean power generation. Fervo Energy has recently announced a $244 million funding round, led by investors including Devon Energy and commodity trader Mercuria, while startups Eavor Technologies and Sage Geosystems have received backing from BP, Chevron and Chesapeake Energy. In this episode on the next generation geothermal we have the opportunity to talk to Dr. Will Fleckenstein about EGS or enhanced geothermal systems and his new startup company applying the oil and gas concept of conformance control to a geothermal reservoir. This industry is heating up , no pun intended.References:DOE Enhanced Geothermal Systems https://www.energy.gov/eere/geothermal/enhanced-geothermal-systems Fervo's Cape Station geothermal power plant https://capestation.com/

To find the first geothermal power plant in the world you have to go to Tuscany, Italy in the early twentieth century. The creation of the first geothermal power plant was thanks to Prince Piero Ginori Conti of Trevignano. Conti initially worked for his father-in-law Florestano de Larderel in the processing of boric acid. It was through this work that Conti eventually found his way into geothermal energy with the creation of the first geothermal energy generator in 1904. Based at the Lardorello dry steam field, Conti's generator was able to produce 10 kW of energy and power five light bulbs. From these humble beginnings, the geothermal potential of Lardorello was expanded in 1911. In an area known as the Devil's Valley the world's first geothermal power plant was completed in 1913. In this episode we talk with John Clegg of Hephae Energy on his career path from drilling oil and gas wells to developing drill bits and drilling tools for hot, dry rock for enhanced geothermal systems. Technology developed for unconventional oil and gas reservoirs may be the inspiration for this new industry. Innovation at work.ReferencesHephae Energy Technology https://www.linkedin.com/company/hephae-energy-technology/IADC Geothermal Well Classificaiton https://iadc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IADC-Geothermal-Well-Classification-v1.pdf

The Future of Geothermal. What is it and how does it play out? The recent report by the IEA with the aforementioned title "The Future of Geothermal" goes into detail on the past, present and future of geothermal, new technologies, startups, oil and gas crossover, and so much more. It is well worth a read, but in the meantime, I sat down with Heymi Bahar, a senior analyst with the IEA to talk about the report in detail, giving a view into what the future may indeed hold for this amazing resource - the heat beneath our feet.  Heymi Bahar https://www.linkedin.com/in/heymi-bahar/IEA https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-energy-agency/posts/?feedView=allHeymi's Book Recommendation The Perfectionist: Life and death in Haue cuisine by Stephen Chelminski Nick Cestari https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-cestari-48059268/CORE Knowledge https://www.linkedin.com/company/core-geothermal

In the third and final special episode recorded live from the ACORE Finance Forum, host Ed Crooks and regular guest Amy Myers Jaffe talk to industry leaders to explore some key issues in renewable energy technology and finance.Amy starts the episode by speaking with David Ulrey, CFO of Fervo Energy, an innovative geothermal startup. David shares insights into Fervo's projects, including their initial commercial pilot in Nevada and the ambitious 100-megawatt development in Utah. They discuss the challenges and successes of pioneering next-generation geothermal energy, the potential for the technology to offer clean, reliable power across the US, and the evolving landscape of financing structures in the industry.Ed then sits down with Mona Dajani, global co-head of Energy, Infrastructure and Hydrogen at the law firm Baker Botts. Mona provides an expert perspective on the shifting sands of energy dealmaking amidst political and economic uncertainty in the US. She highlights how companies are rapidly pivoting their strategies, shifting from green hydrogen to alternative technologies or repurposing sites for data centres, and discusses why global markets remain committed to clean energy despite changing US policy priorities.Later, Ed and Amy speak with leaders from businesses supported by ACORE's Accelerate programme. Amy talks with Tonya Hicks, founder of Power Solutions Inc, who shares her inspiring journey as a woman entrepreneur in electrical contracting and renewable energy. Tonya stresses the importance of resilience and adaptability in the face of policy volatility and argues that the industry's momentum will continue despite political shifts.Ed also speaks with Jennifer Rouda, CEO of 7Skyline, who discusses the unique challenges faced by tribal governments in the US pursuing renewable energy projects. Jennifer highlights the critical role of bridging finance and impact investors as federal funding becomes less predictable.Finally, Ed and Amy wrap up with a comprehensive conversation with Ray Long, President and CEO of ACORE. Ray summarises key themes from the forum, including the industry's concerns about the abrupt potential removal of energy tax credits and the urgent need for viable alternative financing mechanisms. He underscores the economic and environmental impacts of current legislative uncertainty and outlines the future resilience strategies the clean energy industry may adopt. This concludes our three-part series from the ACORE Finance Forum. We'll be back in two weeks, resuming regular coverage of all the latest developments and discussions shaping the energy transition.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Geothermal seems to be nearing an inflection point. With rising load growth, clean, firm power is more valuable than ever. Next-gen geothermal players like Fervo Energy and Sage Geosystems are signing PPAs with major tech firms. Even U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright — a known critic of renewables — has praised the potential of geothermal.  The size of the U.S. geothermal resource accessible through next-gen geothermal technologies like enhanced-geothermal systems is enormous — potentially thousands of gigawatts. But tapping into it hinges on figuring out the economics. So what does it actually take to develop a geothermal project — and how are new tools reshaping the process? In this episode, Shayle talks to Carl Hoiland, co-founder and CEO of geothermal energy company Zanskar, which uses AI for enhanced geothermal exploration. Shayle and Carl cover topics like:  Why geothermal stalled — and what's changing now The full step-by-step process of developing a project How to avoid exploration risk, also known as dry hole risk Methods for estimating resource size and managing depletion risk The geothermal supply chain  How permitting is speeding up Carl's outlook for when and where development is likely to happen Resources: Latitude Media: Geothermal could meet 64% of hyperscale data center power demand Latitude Media: Why geothermal might benefit from Trump's tariffs The Green Blueprint: How a text message launched a geothermal revolution in Utah Latitude Media: The geothermal industry has a potential ally in Chris Wright Latitude Media: Why California lawmakers are warming to geothermal  Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Daniel Woldorff. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by Anza, a platform enabling solar and storage developers and buyers to save time, reduce risk, and increase profits in their equipment selection process. Anza gives clients access to pricing, technical, and risk data plus tools that they've never had access to before. Learn more at go.anzarenewables.com/latitude. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. EnergyHub helps utilities build next-generation virtual power plants that unlock reliable flexibility at every level of the grid. See how EnergyHub helps unlock the power of flexibility at scale, and deliver more value through cross-DER dispatch with their leading Edge DERMS platform, by visiting energyhub.com.

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 In 2023, Sarah Jewett was on her honeymoon in France when she received a life-changing text: steam was flowing from Fervo Energy's first commercial geothermal project in Nevada. That moment confirmed their revolutionary approach—applying horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing from the oil and gas industry to tap heat resources previously considered inaccessible. Unlike traditional geothermal that requires rare, steam-laden sites, Fervo's technology can access hot rock that exists almost everywhere underground. After proving their concept with Project Red in Nevada, the company is now building Cape Station, a 500-megawatt facility that will be one of America's largest geothermal plants, in Utah. In this episode, Lara talks with Sarah about navigating first-of-a-kind financing challenges, finding partners willing to take on the risk of new technology, and deciding when to take the next step in a scaling journey.  Credits: Hosted by Lara Pierpoint. Produced by Erin Hardick. Edited by Anne Bailey and Stephen Lacey. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is executive editor. Register here for Transition-AI 2025 in Boston on June 12th, 2025. Use promo code LATITUDEPODS10 for 10% off your ticket.

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In this episode, I chat with Kathy Hannun of Dandelion Energy about ground-source heat pumps, which are twice as efficient as air-source units but still more expensive up front. Dandelion has designed its own drills and heat pumps, and with a new 1,500-home partnership with a developer in Colorado, it's looking to scale up and bring costs down. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.volts.wtf/subscribe

What will it take to make next-generation geothermal energy economically competitive and commercially available all over the world?

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