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UOS Drilling SA Signs Contract for Geothermal Exploration in Poland

The town of Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki in Poland has officially signed a contract with local company UOS Drilling S.A. to drill one geothermal exploration well. The project, valued at PLN 15.5 million (approx. USD 4.2 million), is scheduled for completion by February 2027.Most of the cost will be covered by a subsidy from the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOSiGW), which will contribute up to PLN 13.5 million (USD 3.7 million).Part of a National Funding ProgramNowy Dwór Mazowiecki was among the territories declared eligible for support in 2023 under NFOSiGW’s program “Providing access to thermal waters in Poland.”This initiative aims to expand geothermal heating capacity across the country, providing sustainable and low-emission alternatives for municipalities.

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The planned exploration well, Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki GT-1, will be drilled vertically to a depth of 2,070 meters. If water is discharged at the expected rate—around 250 cubic meters per hour at 50 °C—it will be used for heating purposes.Should the volume fall short of expectations, authorities will decide whether the water can be exploited for other uses or if the well should be closed. Alternative applications, such as recreational or balneotherapy purposes, are also being considered.A Growing Geothermal SectorPoland currently operates nine geothermal heating plants. Thanks to NFOSiGW’s support, drilling is also taking place in Koluszki, while preparations are underway in Moszczenica, Serock, and Szczecin.Together, these projects reflect Poland’s increasing commitment to developing geothermal energy as part of its broader renewable energy and climate goals.The Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki project adds momentum to this trend and represents another step in the country’s transition toward cleaner energy solutions.

Strataphy Partners with Al-Ittefaq Steel to Deploy Geothermal Cooling in Steel Manufacturing

Geothermal cooling startup Strataphy has partnered with Al Ittefaq Steel Products Company (ISPC), the largest private steel manufacturer in the Middle East, to implement geothermal-powered Cooling as a Service (CAS).This initiative marks a major step in decarbonizing the steel industry—one of the hardest sectors to abate—by significantly reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency.Driving Energy Efficiency and Cost SavingsSteel production requires continuous large-scale cooling, traditionally powered by energy-intensive HVAC systems.Strataphy’s PrimeLoop system, combined with Smart IoT GeoExchange technology, uses subsurface temperatures to provide high-efficiency cooling with a Coefficient of Performance (COP) above 5, more than double that of conventional systems.Offered through CAS, this model removes upfront capital expenditures and ensures predictable operational costs, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 sustainability goals.

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Transforming Heavy Industry CoolingStrataphy’s solutions provide 24/7 reliable cooling with 50% less electricity use and a 30% smaller surface footprint, making it ideal for heavy and medium industries as well as data centers.“Steelmaking is one of the most energy-intensive industries globally, and reducing its CO? footprint has long been a challenge,” said Abdul Hadi A Al Yousef, Deputy COO of ISPC. “This partnership is a bold step toward transforming how we manage thermal loads in our operations. By adopting Strataphy’s cutting-edge geothermal technology, we are not only reducing costs but also demonstrating leadership in industrial sustainability.”
Strataphy, a pioneer in geothermal innovation, offers scalable, subscription-based cooling solutions leveraging its proprietary subsurface system designs and patent-pending technologies.“Heavy industries like steel production are the backbone of economic growth, but they are also among the hardest to decarbonize,” said Ammar Alali, PhD, CEO of Strataphy . “With our CAS model, we are shifting geothermal cooling systems from a CapEx line item to a competitive and reduced OpEx; and this allows Strataphy to deliver predictable revenue while significantly lowering ISPC’s environmental footprint.”About ISPC and Strataphy
This collaboration underscores a bold move toward industrial decarbonization, setting a benchmark for low-carbon steel production in the Middle East and beyond.#geothermalcooling #sustainability #steelproduction #lowcarbon #energyefficiency #vision2030 #smartcooling #industrialdecarbonization #greentechnology

Quaise Energy Achieves 100m Drilling with Millimeter Wave Technology

Quaise Energy , a pioneer in superhot geothermal technology, has announced a groundbreaking achievement: drilling to a depth of 100 meters using its proprietary millimeter wave drilling system at a field site in Central Texas.This marks the deepest hole ever drilled with this technology and represents a critical step toward making geothermal a globally scalable, baseload energy source.Advancing Geothermal DrillingDeveloped after over a decade of research at MIT, Quaise’s system uses a powerful gyrotron to generate millimeter waves that ablate rock without physical contact.Unlike conventional drill bits that falter in hard, high-temperature formations such as granite or basalt, this technology can penetrate rock layers typically found near superhot zones—reaching temperatures around 400°C (752°F).This innovation unlocks the potential to access geothermal reservoirs deep beneath the Earth’s crust, where energy density is exponentially higher. Grid-scale geothermal projects capable of producing output comparable to major fossil fuel plants—without emissions.

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Before this breakthrough, millimeter wave drilling had only been proven in laboratories, achieving depths of just a few centimeters.The 100-meter field success demonstrates real-world viability, with granite drilled during the test being representative of the Earth’s basement layer—critical for scaling geothermal worldwide.“The Earth holds an enormous reservoir of clean energy — energy that could fundamentally change how we power our world if we can reach it,” said Carlos Araque CEO of Quaise Energy. “Quaise has now demonstrated that millimeter wave technology can do what no other technology can do: drill perfectly clean holes through some of the hardest rocks on Earth in record time. This milestone brings us closer to making geothermal energy a practical solution to power communities virtually anywhere.”Next Steps Toward CommercializationBuilding on this success, Quaise plans to deploy a 10x more powerful gyrotron and aims to complete its first pilot power plant in the Western U.S. by 2028. The company’s vision is bold: to make superhot geothermal a zero-carbon backbone of the modern energy system.

Exergy Secured €24.5M Contract to Power São Miguel, Azores with Geothermal Energy

Exergy ORC International has secured a €24.5 million contract from EDA Renováveis (EDAR) to modernize the Ribeira Grande geothermal plant on São Miguel Island in the Azores. The project involves replacing two aging Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) units with a new, state-of-the-art 5 MWe binary power unit using Exergy’s advanced Radial Outflow Turbine technology.High-Efficiency Clean EnergyThe new plant will tap into geothermal resources at around 150°C, effectively utilizing both steam and brine phases to generate clean electricity.Thanks to the high isentropic efficiency of Exergy’s turbine, the system is expected to deliver up to 5.3 MWe of net power—surpassing the contractual requirement and boosting the competitiveness of the solution.Additionally, the plant will use an air-cooled condensing system to eliminate water consumption and will reinject geothermal fluids back into the well to maintain reservoir sustainability.

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Sustainable Growth and Strategic CollaborationExergy’s Deputy CEO, Luca Pozzoni commented: “We are honoured by the renewed trust placed in us by EDAR, a long-standing partner with whom we have maintained a strong and continuous collaboration. We are pleased to engage once again in a project that will ensure a stable and reliable source of renewable energy for the local community on the island of São Miguel for many years to come".António Félix Rodrigues, Managing Director of @EDA Renováveis, added: “In the Azores, in the year 2024, around 89% of the electricity fed into the grid from renewable or endogenous resources was the responsibility of EDA Renováveis. These range from the dismantling of generator units to civil engineering work on the ORC platform, always in close collaboration with Exergy International.”This marks Exergy’s second major project with EDAR, following the successful 4 MWe Pico Alto plant on Terceira Island in 2017. Exergy will provide a full EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) scope and aims to have the Ribeira Grande plant operational by the end of 2026, with partial commissioning expected in June 2026.A Milestone for Azorean Renewable GoalsGeothermal energy plays a crucial role in the Azores’ renewable energy ambitions, contributing 21% to the region's electricity demand in 2024. With this revamp and ongoing expansion, São Miguel is set to achieve 60% renewable energy penetration by 2026, pushing the region closer to its long-term goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.Want to stay ahead of the geothermal energy revolution? Register now for the "European Geothermal Energy 2025: Exploration,Drilling & Reservoir Management" conference!

Ignis Energy Secures $13.6M to Accelerate Geothermal Projects Across Global Hotspots

ignis H2 Energy Inc. has announced the successful close of its Series A funding round, raising $13.6 million from a global network of investors.This infusion of capital will drive forward the company’s risk-balanced geothermal project portfolio, particularly as key assets reach capital-intensive stages of development.The investment round follows an earlier close in February, led by alfa8, and joined by strategic players such as drilling contractor Nabors Industries, climate-focused investor The Twynam Group, GEOLOG, and several private investors and family offices.Fit-for-Resource Strategy Anchored in Geological CertaintyUnlike many clean energy startups chasing disruptive technologies, Ignis stands apart with its pragmatic, geology-first approach.Leveraging decades of oil and gas expertise, the company de-risks projects through a "fit-for-resource" strategy—matching the right technology to the local geological and market conditions. This includes conventional hydrothermal systems and emerging methods like Enhanced and Advanced Geothermal Systems (EGS and AGS).

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Flagship Projects in Türkiye, the U.S., and AlaskaIgnis is actively advancing projects in three geologically promising regions:Türkiye: The company confirmed strong reservoir conditions at its Kaynarpınar field in Eastern Anatolia, with two deep wells scheduled this summer to fully de-risk the site.Western U.S.: Surface exploration is ongoing across six leases in Nevada and Utah, supported by proprietary AI targeting. Drilling is expected in 2026, with plans for a data center-aligned geothermal plant in 2027.Alaska: Facing aging gas-fired capacity, the Railbelt grid will benefit from Ignis’ planned drilling by mid-2026, in partnership with GeoAlaska and three major offtakers.“In a market chasing breakthrough headlines, Ignis Energy brings the spotlight back to the geology,” said Richard A. Calleri , CEO, Ignis Energy. “Without proven heat in the ground, there’s nothing to scale. Ignis finds it, proves it, and produces it.”“Our vision is pragmatic and region-first,” said Marcus Oesterberg, COO, Ignis Energy. “We don’t chase speculative breakthroughs—we match the right technology to the right resource and build local momentum. Ignis is a geothermal opportunity engine, unlocking real heat under real projects.”A Rising Force in Global Geothermal DevelopmentIgnis Energy is quickly emerging as a geothermal innovation leader—backed by strong technical execution, commercial focus, and regional momentum.“Ignis has demonstrated strong execution on its strategy and is already moving rapidly onto the next milestones,” said Guillermo Sierra, VP, Strategic Initiatives, Nabors Industries. “Their commercial focus and speed stand out, and we look forward to continued collaboration on near-term projects and beyond.”
By focusing on real, scalable geothermal heat and proven methods, Ignis offers a grounded yet ambitious pathway for global clean energy expansion.Founded by a team of geoscientists, engineers, and clean-tech entrepreneurs, Ignis Energy’s mission is to make geothermal power a mainstream component of the global energy mix—unlocking the Earth’s heat to power communities, industries, and the clean energy transition.Cannur Bozkurt, VP of Business Development at Ignis H2 Energy