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Iceland Plans to Drill Into Volcano for Geothermal Power

Original: Iceland Will Tunnel Into a Volcano to Tap Virtually Unlimited Geothermal Power https://www. zmescience.com/science/news-

Iceland is preparing a project to tunnel into a volcanic system to tap extreme-heat geothermal energy, a method known as magma geothermal drilling. By drilling close to magma chambers, engineers aim to access temperatures far higher than conventional geothermal wells, potentially unlocking far greater power output from a renewable source. The plan has drawn attention for its ambition, as Iceland already generates most of its electricity from geothermal and hydro power, and success could influence clean-energy projects worldwide.

Why now: The bold idea of tapping a volcano for virtually unlimited clean energy is striking and timely amid global interest in renewable power.

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