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Why Superhot Geothermal Matters

Clean, firm, superhot geothermal power can help replace fossil fuels and secure a sustainable, net-zero future — and KMT is where this breakthrough begins.

The Energy We Need

The world is racing to reach net zero, but renewable power alone isn’t enough. We need clean, firm energy that works day and night — not just when the wind blows or the sun shines. Superhot geothermal energy is one of the only scalable solutions that can deliver this — providing the reliability and strength needed to decarbonize our grids.

Impact in Numbers

5–10× More Power

Superhot geothermal systems can generate up to ten times more energy than conventional wells — delivering clean, firm power that can replace fossil fuels and accelerate the global energy transition.

Global Potential

Superhot geothermal conditions exist across volcanic regions worldwide — from Iceland and Italy to Indonesia, Kenya, and Japan — offering a scalable, renewable energy resource for a net-zero future.

Critical for 2030 Climate Goals

Reaching net-zero targets requires new sources of clean, reliable baseload power. Superhot geothermal energy offers a viable path to phase out coal and gas while strengthening global energy security.

What KMT Delivers

By drilling near magma at Krafla, KMT is creating the world’s first superhot geothermal testbed — proving that this energy can work safely, efficiently, and at scale.

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In-situ sampling & monitoring.
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Experimentation & system optimisation
Surface monitoring

De-risk Future Projects

Reducing technical and financial uncertainty for next-generation superhot geothermal ventures worldwide.

Provide a Global Blueprint

Establishing open-access knowledge and standards for deep geothermal exploration across continents.

Accelerate Deployment

Enabling faster, safer rollout of clean, firm power essential for climate resilience and net-zero systems.

HUMAN & SOCIETAL BENEFITS

Superhot geothermal energy isn’t just a scientific milestone — it’s a path to a cleaner, safer, and fairer world.

Energy Security

Deliver baseload renewable energy that keeps grids stable and resilient, even under growing demand.

Climate

Reduce global emissions by replacing coal and gas with clean, firm geothermal power.

Equity

Open new energy opportunities in both developed and emerging economies — bringing sustainable growth and access to clean power worldwide.

The stakes are high, and the impact is global. With KMT, Iceland can lead the world into the superhot era — but only if we act now.