The technology is impressive for sure. I just hope Quaise Energy can keep their head above water. I took a look at their website and it isn't very realistic time-wise.
- They're developing the new drill. It isn't already available and tested. They're still researching the new drill technology.
- In 2024, they want to test the new drill.
- In 2026, they want a rated geothermal system at 100 MW
- In 2028, fossil-fired power plant converted to geothermal steam.
There's a lot of steps they need to take before 2024. What they're proposing will work. Things won't work as easily as their proposing. Geothermal, in my research, is one of the least pollutive forms of power production. Truly, I hope they succeed, but there are a lot of hurdles like any new advance. I get their position as they need investment.
I've seen Paul Woskov's lecture before. You can take what he says to the bank. I also feel that Quaise can achieve their goal before that of fusion technology. We still need to pursue fusion technology. The importance of both endeavors is to have a stable energy portfolio. Having the entirety of human society pulling their power from the Earth's core probably isn't a great idea.
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