Southeast Asia's geothermal rush hits wall on deep-drilling risk

Geothermal energy leaders in Southeast Asia are calling for regional risk-sharing facilities to overcome high exploration costs and subsurface uncertainties. Industry experts argue that public-private partnerships are essential to unlock the region's 35-gigawatt potential and compete with cheaper renewable energy sources.
Why it matters
Expanding geothermal capacity is critical for Southeast Asia's energy transition, but high upfront drilling risks currently hinder investment and development.
Manila Bulletin - Southeast Asia’s geothermal rush hits wall on deep-drilling risk
Southeast Asia's geothermal rush hits wall on deep-drilling risk
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