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The document highlights that just 1% of Cameroon's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 427 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 7,937 GWh. While unlikely to meet 2030 climate goals, this technology could theoretically replace all coal and gas in the electricity sector, reducing emissions by approximately 2 megatonnes of CO2eq. The report emphasizes the technology's low land footprint (12 km² per 1 GW) and its potential to address energy poverty, as over 35% of Cameroon's population currently lacks electricity access.

The document highlights that just 1% of Djibouti's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 88 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 663 GWh. While unlikely to meet 2030 climate goals, the technology offers a low-land-footprint alternative to fossil fuels and other renewables, potentially enabling energy exports and hydrogen production.

The document highlights that just 1% of Egypt's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 740 GW of energy capacity, potentially meeting the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 590,070 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace fossil fuel imports, significantly reduce CO2 emissions from the electricity sector, and require far less land than solar or wind power.

The document highlights that just 1% of Eritrea's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 77 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 384 GWh. While not expected to reach commercial scale by 2030, this technology could theoretically replace all fossil fuels in Eritrea's electricity sector, reducing emissions by 0.33 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 11% of the nation's NDC goal. The report emphasizes the technology's low land footprint—requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW—and its ability to provide reliable, 24/7 firm power.

The document highlights that just 1% of Ethiopia's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 1657 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 149,316 GWh. While not expected to reach commercial scale by 2030, the technology is presented as a high-density, firm power source that could reduce energy poverty, create jobs, and support net-zero goals by 2050.

The document highlights that just 1% of Honduras's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 109 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 11,117 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all fossil fuels used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 3 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 66% of Honduras's 2030 NDC goal. Additionally, the technology is noted for its low land footprint—requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW—and its ability to provide 24/7 firm power, reducing reliance on energy imports, particularly coal from the United States.

The document highlights that just 1% of Indonesia's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 1,982 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 936,986 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace all coal and gas in electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 240 megatonnes of CO2eq, while requiring significantly less land than solar, wind, or biomass. The report suggests Indonesia can leverage its existing conventional geothermal expertise to transition to this emerging technology, which could also foster socio-economic development and improve air quality.

The document highlights Iran's significant superhot rock geothermal resources, noting that just 1% of this endowment could generate 3,121,694 GWh of electricity, far exceeding the country's 2021 consumption of 344,157 GWh. It argues that this energy source offers a low land-use footprint, provides reliable 24/7 power, and creates a transition pathway for Iran's oil and gas workforce.

The document highlights that just 1% of Kenya's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 131 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 63,694 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace coal imports, reduce land-use footprints compared to other renewables, and leverage Kenya's existing geothermal expertise to foster economic growth and decarbonization.

The document highlights that just 1% of Myanmar's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 413 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 19,636 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 9 megatonnes of CO2eq and eliminating the need for coal imports, 45% of which currently come from Russia. Additionally, the technology is noted for its low land footprint—requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW—and its potential to leverage existing subsurface expertise from Myanmar's oil and gas sector.

The document highlights that just 1% of Niger's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 1,469 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 721 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all electricity imports, primarily from Nigeria, and reduce electricity sector carbon emissions by approximately 0.7 megatonnes, contributing 13% toward Niger's 2030 NDC goal. Additionally, the technology is noted for its low land footprint, requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW, and its potential to help Niger reach its target of 100% electrification by 2035.

The document highlights that just 1% of Nigeria's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 1,798 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 282,824 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace fossil fuel power generation, reduce carbon emissions by approximately 15 megatonnes, and leverage existing subsurface expertise from the oil and gas sector. Additionally, it notes the technology's low land-use footprint (12 km² per 1 GW) compared to other energy sources and its ability to provide continuous, non-intermittent power to the grid.

The document highlights that just 1% of Pakistan's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 150 GW of energy capacity, exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 742,734 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 57 megatonnes of CO2eq and decreasing reliance on energy imports from Qatar and South Africa. Additionally, superhot rock geothermal is noted for its low land footprint, requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW, and its potential to create jobs in engineering and geology.

The document highlights the immense potential of superhot rock geothermal energy in Papua New Guinea, noting that just 1% of its resource could provide 358 GW of energy capacity. While not expected to reach commercial scale in time for the country's 2030 NDC goals, the technology is presented as a long-term solution for clean firm power, efficient land use, and a transition pathway for the existing oil and gas workforce.

The document highlights that just 1% of the Philippines's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 216 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 106,110 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 75 megatonnes of CO2eq, and significantly reducing the country's 90% dependence on coal imports, primarily from Indonesia. Additionally, superhot rock geothermal is noted for its high energy density, requiring only 12 km² of land per 1 GW, which is substantially lower than solar, wind, or biomass.

The document highlights that just 1% of Rwanda's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 41 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 973 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all fossil fuels used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 0.3 megatonnes of CO2eq and decreasing dependence on coal imports from Tanzania. Additionally, superhot rock geothermal is presented as a highly land-efficient energy source requiring only 12 km² per 1 GW, compared to significantly higher requirements for solar, wind, and biomass.

The document highlights the immense potential of superhot rock geothermal energy in South Sudan, noting that just 1% of its estimated resource could provide 240 GW of capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 581 GWh and its 2030 NDC goal of 2,729.5 MW of renewables. It argues that this technology offers a low land-use footprint, provides reliable 24/7 power, and could foster economic growth and job creation, although it is unlikely to reach commercial scale in time for 2030 targets.

The document highlights Sudan's significant superhot rock geothermal resources, noting that just 1% of this potential could vastly exceed the country's 2021 electricity consumption. It argues that this energy source offers a low land-use footprint, provides reliable 24/7 power, and could eventually support Sudan's low-carbon energy strategy and economic growth, although it will not reach commercial scale in time to meet 2030 NDC goals.

The document highlights that just 1% of Tanzania's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 31 GW of capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 8,665 GWh. While unlikely to meet 2030 climate goals, the technology could replace all coal and gas in electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 3 megatonnes of CO2eq. The report emphasizes the technology's low land footprint (12 km² per 1 GW) and its potential to address energy poverty for the 80-90% of Tanzanians lacking electricity access.

The document highlights Timor-Leste's significant superhot rock geothermal resources, noting that just 1% of its endowment could provide 10 GW of energy capacity. It argues that this technology offers a low-land-footprint alternative to other energy sources and provides a transition pathway for the country's oil and gas workforce.