Google's Geothermal Investment in Taiwan Data Centers

Google Expands Renewable Energy with Geothermal Investment in Taiwan

Google is increasing its commitment to renewable energy sources with the addition of 10 megawatts of geothermal power in Taiwan.

This announcement, made on Tuesday, signifies the company’s initial geothermal energy investment within the Asian continent.

Project Development and Partnership

The geothermal project is being spearheaded by Baseload Capital, a Swedish firm, operating through a local affiliate.

This subsidiary has been actively surveying the island nation for viable geothermal resources since 2019.

Previous Geothermal Ventures

This isn't Google’s first foray into geothermal energy production.

In November, a 3.5-megawatt geothermal power plant, developed by the startup Fervo, was successfully connected to the power grid.

This connection was established under an agreement to provide electricity to Google’s data centers located in Nevada.

Geothermal Energy Potential

Geothermal energy possesses substantial potential to deliver up to 90 gigawatts of dependable, clean power across the United States by the year 2050.

Regions with unique geological characteristics, such as Taiwan, are particularly well-positioned to generate a considerable portion of their electricity from the Earth’s internal heat.

Taiwan’s Geothermal Ambitions

Taiwan, situated on the western perimeter of the Ring of Fire, has set an ambitious goal to utilize 6 gigawatts of geothermal energy by 2050.

The nation aims to harness the power of geothermal resources to contribute significantly to its overall energy needs.