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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 Hungary's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 34 GW of energy capacity, generating over 285,013 GWh of electricity. This amount is eight times the country's 2021 electricity consumption and could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing carbon emissions by approximately 10 megatonnes. Such a transition would significantly enhance energy security, as Hungary currently imports 63% of its coal, 67% of its natural gas, and 55% of its electricity. Additionally, superhot rock geothermal is noted for its high energy density, requiring only 12 km² of land per 1 GW, compared to much larger footprints for solar, wind, and biomass.

The document highlights that just 1% of Iceland's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 411 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 19,612 GWh. It argues that this technology offers a low land-use footprint and can provide 24/7 firm power, potentially replacing all coal imports used for electricity. Iceland is positioned as a leader in this field through projects like the Iceland Deep Drilling Project (IDDP) in Reykjanes, the Krafla Magma Testbed, and a planned third IDDP well in Hengill.

The document highlights superhot rock geothermal as a scalable, zero-emission energy source that could significantly exceed Idaho's current electricity needs while requiring minimal land. It argues that this technology provides essential 'firm power' that enhances grid stability and reduces the need for extensive new transmission infrastructure.

The document highlights that just 1% of India's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 303 GW of capacity, potentially meeting 43% of the country's projected 2050 electricity demand. It argues that this technology could replace all coal and gas imports for electricity, significantly reduce land use compared to other renewables, and improve urban air quality by replacing fossil fuel combustion.

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 Iraq's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 39 GW of energy capacity, exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption by four times. It argues that this resource could replace all gas and electricity imports, reduce carbon emissions by approximately 54 megatonnes, and leverage existing oil and gas subsurface expertise for a zero-carbon transition.

The document highlights that just 1% of Italy's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 131 GW of energy capacity, exceeding the country's 2021 electricity demand of 289,064 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal, gas, and electricity imports used for power generation, reducing electricity sector emissions by approximately 93 megatonnes of CO2eq. Additionally, superhot rock geothermal is noted for its low land-use footprint, requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW, and its ability to provide 24/7 firm power, which reduces the need for extensive new transmission infrastructure.

The document highlights that just 1% of Japan's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 700 GW of energy capacity, potentially replacing all coal and gas used for electricity production and meeting projected 2050 electricity demand. It argues that this technology offers a low-land-footprint, firm power alternative to fossil fuel imports from Australia and Malaysia, though it is unlikely to reach commercial scale by 2030.

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 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 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 Libya's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 2,399 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 72,149 GWh. It argues that this technology offers a low-land-footprint alternative to fossil fuels and other renewables, while providing a transition pathway for Libya's oil and gas workforce.

The document highlights that just 1% of Malaysia's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 516 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 179,977 GWh. While not expected to reach commercial scale by 2030, the technology offers a path to replace fossil fuel imports—specifically 90% of coal and 20% of natural gas—and requires significantly less land (12 km² per 1 GW) than solar, wind, or biomass.

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 Mongolia's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 3,159 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 7,432 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 15 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 72% of Mongolia's NDC goal. Additionally, it could eliminate the 25% of electricity that Mongolia currently imports, while requiring significantly less land (12 km² per 1 GW) than solar, wind, or biomass.

The document highlights that just 1% of Montana's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 120 GW of energy capacity, significantly exceeding the state's 2023 electricity consumption of 15,505 GWh. It argues that superhot rock geothermal offers a land-efficient, firm power alternative to fossil fuels and other renewables, requiring only 12 sq mi per 1 GW of production.