Google Bets 396 MW on Geothermal to Power Its AI

Google has secured 396 MW of geothermal power to supply its AI data centers. The IEA forecasts data center electricity use could reach nearly 945 TWh, and geothermal is seen as a steady baseload source independent of sunlight or wind.

• Google secures 396 MW of geothermal power for AI data centers
• IEA forecasts data center electricity use could reach 945 TWh
• Geothermal provides steady baseload power without storage
• High drilling costs and location limits remain key barriers