The rapid growth of AI and data centers is accelerating investment in enhanced geothermal technology, which could become a major source of round-the-clock clean power and heating in the coming decades.

Global energy-efficiency gains have stalled at around 1.3% annually, far below the IEA's target of 4%.

The rapid growth of AI and data centers is accelerating investment in enhanced geothermal technology, which could become a major source of round-the-clock clean power and heating…