During the pandemic, they almost ended. Now GA Drilling received new capital and shows interested parties drilling in practice
GA Drilling, a Slovak startup focused on deep geothermal drilling technology, secured over $44 million from foreign investors after facing near failure during the pandemic.
A Deep Hole Drilled in Kotka Strengthens Expectations: Southeastern Finland's Bedrock Produces Particularly High Geothermal Energy
Geological Research Center GTK has achieved promising drilling and measurement results from a geothermal well drilled in Kotka.
Power plant emissions decreased by a quarter with a new air purification facility
The new air purification facility at Hellisheiði Power Plant has significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions from geothermal energy operations.
Stier and a group of MEPs secured an EU action plan for geothermal energy
The European Commission has confirmed the release of an action plan for geothermal energy, which is expected to help reduce energy bills for citizens in May.
Energy Transition: Geothermal Trio Claims Area
A project company in Bavaria has been granted permission to explore geothermal energy in a designated area, advancing their energy transition goals.
Searching for hot water in Geldinganesi
An initiative is underway to locate sources of hot water in Geldinganesi, Iceland.
Nantes: the parking lot of the future CHU victim of a partial flood
The future CHU hospital in Nantes experienced a partial flooding incident due to groundwater entering the construction site, though officials assure that safety remains intact.
Unique geothermal project has progressed to the next stage in Litoměřice
A unique geothermal project in Litoměřice has advanced to a new stage.
Heat from miles underground to power 10,000 homes in UK renewable energy first
The UK's first deep geothermal electricity plant has begun operations in Cornwall, capable of powering 10,000 homes while also extracting lithium for battery production.
‘Magic beneath the surface’: pioneering geothermal plant launched in Cornwall
A pioneering geothermal plant in Cornwall has begun operations, tapping into granite rocks to generate electricity and extract lithium.
Rotorua, the city that smells like rotten eggs and has hot, toxic lakes where swimming is prohibited
Rotorua is a city known for its unpleasant sulfur smell and hot, toxic lakes that are dangerous for swimming.
Construction at Fontana Disrupted Heating System in Laugarvatn
Construction works at the Fontana spa have disrupted the hot water supply in Laugarvatn due to a drop in groundwater levels.
22 million cubic meters of magma under Svartsengi
A significant amount of magma, estimated at 22 million cubic meters, has been detected beneath the Svartsengi area in Iceland.
Energy transition: Planegg relies on geothermal energy from Pullach
Planegg is set to partner with Pullach for geothermal energy development, with a budget of twelve million euros allocated for the project.
Turkey: Unusual footage shows water buffaloes soaking in hot springs
Footage from Turkey highlights the unique practice of water buffaloes soaking in hot springs during sub-zero temperatures to aid their health and dairy production.
Nuclear, wind, solar, geothermal... The 'together at the same time' energy policy of Sébastien Lecornu
The French government's long-awaited energy programming plan, to be presented by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, has faced delays and revisions, including a shift from a proposed law to a decree.
Energy Transition Project: Geothermal Drilling Started in Geiselbullach
Geothermal drilling for an energy transition project in Geiselbullach has commenced, with expectations to encounter hot water by March.
Geothermal Energy: More than 100 Micro-Earthquakes in Oberhaching
Oberhaching has experienced over 100 micro-earthquakes recently, though their small magnitude has caused minimal noticeable effects.
Still stable magma accumulation under Svartsengi - 'One could say the tank is full'
Iceland's Svartsengi volcano is experiencing stable magma accumulation, suggesting increased volcanic activity.
Geothermal Energy: New Deep Drilling to Secure Energy Supply in the Region
A new deep drilling project in Aschheim aims to secure the energy supply for three municipalities in the Munich area by expanding geothermal energy resources.
Geothermal drilling in trouble in Helsinki – frost completely halted work
Ambitious geothermal drilling at the Laakso Joint Hospital construction site in Helsinki has been halted due to freezing temperatures and has not progressed for three months.
Increased geothermal odor from the water due to maintenance and repairs
Residents in Reykjanesbæ, Vogar, and Suðurnesjabæ may experience stronger geothermal odors in the water due to the mixing of sulfites during maintenance work by HS Orka.
Geothermal energy in the USA is doing well, investments may accelerate
The article discusses how geothermal energy is faring in the United States, especially in light of recent executive actions and legislation favoring it over other renewable energy sources.
Walking path over Elliðaár instead of the geothermal pipeline
Three new pedestrian bridges will be constructed over Elliðaár in 2026 to restore an old walking path that followed the former geothermal pipeline across the rivers.