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A New Type of Geothermal Power Plant Just Made the Internet a Little Greener

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A New Type of Geothermal Power Plant Just Made the Internet a Little Greener

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Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago

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A new approach to geothermal energy makes it possible to tap the energy of hot rocks just about anywhere. A pilot plant in Nevada is now helping to power Google data centers.

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saw temperatures at the bottom of the boreholes reach 375 degrees Fahrenheit (191 C)

Why is it so hot there at only 2km deep?
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  Could be near a volcanic area.

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