Search Climate Insights Directory

The document highlights that just 1% of Croatia's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 6 GW of capacity, generating over 48,521 GWh of electricity. This amount is more than three times the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 15,205 GWh. Such a resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing carbon emissions by approximately 3 megatonnes, which represents 23% of Croatia's share of the EU's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) goal. Additionally, the technology could eliminate Croatia's dependence on imports for coal (100%), natural gas (79%), and electricity (76%). The report also notes the high energy density of superhot rock geothermal, estimating that 1 GW requires roughly 12 km² of land, significantly less than solar (180 km²), offshore wind (520 km²), or biomass (14,000 km²).

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.

A coalition of companies and organizations calls on President Biden to implement round-the-clock, time- and location-based clean energy procurement for federal facilities to drive investment in new carbon-free resources and ensure environmental justice.

The memo advocates for a shift from traditional renewable energy procurement to a 'higher-impact' approach that matches electricity consumption with carbon-free generation on an hourly and regional basis. It argues that this method better incentivizes the deployment of firm carbon-free resources and energy storage, leading to greater actual carbon reductions than traditional annual matching. The authors recommend that the Biden Administration set targets for federal facilities to achieve 100% round-the-clock carbon-free electricity consumption.

The document highlights that just 1% of France's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 227 GW of energy capacity, exceeding the country's 2021 electricity demand. It argues that this technology could replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 36 megatonnes of CO2eq and enhancing energy independence. Additionally, it notes the technology's low land footprint compared to other energy sources and its ability to provide reliable 24/7 power to the grid.

The document highlights that just 1% of Georgia's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 18 GW of energy capacity, exceeding the state's 2023 electricity consumption of 142,029 GWh. It argues that superhot rock geothermal offers a land-efficient, carbon-free, and firm power source that could reduce the need for extensive new transmission infrastructure compared to variable renewables.

The document highlights that just 1% of Germany's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 119 GW of energy capacity, potentially replacing all coal and gas used for electricity production and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 234 megatonnes. It argues that this energy source offers a low land-use footprint and enhances energy security by reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels.

The document highlights that just 1% of Greece's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 48 GW of energy capacity, generating over 402,489 GWh of electricity. This amount is seven times the country's 2021 electricity consumption and could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 19 megatonnes of CO2eq. The report emphasizes the technology's low land footprint—requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW—and its ability to enhance energy security by reducing dependence on imports of coal, natural gas, and electricity.

The document highlights that just 1% of Guatemala's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 31 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 13,896 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal, oil, and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 4 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 7% of Guatemala'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, potentially reducing the need for extensive new transmission infrastructure.

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 Jordan's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 128 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 21,354 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all fossil fuels used for electricity production, reducing carbon emissions by approximately 8 megatonnes, which represents 59% of Jordan's Nationally Determined Contribution (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 power, reducing reliance on energy imports from the United States and Egypt.

The document highlights that just 1% of Kazakhstan's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 257 GW of energy capacity, generating over 2,136,401 GWh of electricity. This amount is 19 times the country's 2021 electricity consumption and could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production. The technology is described as a land-efficient, 24/7 renewable energy source that could leverage Kazakhstan's existing oil and gas subsurface expertise for a zero-carbon transition.

The document highlights that just 1% of Kyrgyzstan's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 85 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 15,137 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 3 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 43% of the nation's NDC goal. Additionally, it could eliminate dependence on energy imports from Russia and Kazakhstan and requires significantly less land (12 km² per GW) than solar, wind, or biomass.

The document highlights that just 1% of Laos's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 200 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 44,913 GWh. While not expected to reach commercial scale by 2030, the technology could theoretically replace all coal and gas in the electricity sector, reducing emissions by approximately 14 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 23% of Laos's Nationally Determined Contribution goal. The report also notes the technology's low land footprint, requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW, and its ability to provide reliable 24/7 power.

The document highlights that just 1% of Mexico's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 2,339 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 713,787 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 154 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 39% of Mexico's Nationally Determined Contribution goal. Additionally, the technology offers high energy density, requiring only 12 km² of land per 1 GW, and could enhance energy security by reducing dependence on coal and gas imports from the U.S. and Colombia.

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 Nebraska's significant superhot rock geothermal resources, noting that just 1% of this resource could provide 25 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the state's 2023 electricity consumption of 33,571 GWh. It argues that superhot rock geothermal is a scalable, carbon-free energy source with a very low land footprint—requiring approximately 12 sq mi per 1 GW—and provides reliable 24/7 power that reduces the need for excess transmission and backup generation.

The document highlights superhot rock geothermal as a scalable, zero-emission energy source that could significantly exceed Nevada's current electricity needs while requiring minimal land. It argues that this technology provides essential 'firm power' that reduces the need for excess transmission and backup generation compared to variable renewables.

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.