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Interview – How Gradient Geothermal taps into the geothermal potential of oilfields

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Colorado-based Gradient Geothermal is overcoming these barriers with a novel yet reasonably practical approach – producing geothermal power from produced fluids of existing wells in oil and gas fields. “In either case, we generate power, but we can really flexibly meet the goals of our clients,” said Burke.

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The COP28 pledge to triple up by 2030 and implications for geothermal

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Beyond the 16 GW of installed geothermal power capacity as of the end of 2022, there is currently also about 173 GW of installed geothermal heating capacity according to a recent “Facts for Future” webinar episode by the International Geothermal Association (IGA).

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El Salvador reaffirms regional geothermal leadership at 11th GEOLAC

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Attendees were able to observe the operation of the country’s first geothermal plant and explore its direct applications in the production of products such as candles, coffee and honey. This academy reinforces El Salvador’s commitment to energy innovation and sustainability.

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Interview – Harnessing the potential of geothermal to scale up by 2030

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Depending on where you are, somewhere between 30% to 70% of primary energy is spent on heating and cooling. This presents a massive decarbonization opportunity, one reason why geothermal heating and cooling is growing and will continue to grow rapidly. Another is the use of geothermal heating to improve food security.