Singapore Launches Feasibility Study for Deep Geothermal Energy
Singapore will begin a 15-month study to assess whether deep geothermal energy can power the nation for the next 60 years.
The government of Singapore will launch a 15-month feasibility study at the end of 2026 to determine if deep geothermal energy can be harnessed for electricity, cooling, and heating. Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry Tan See Leng announced the initiative during the Singapore International Energy Week, citing a survey that suggests underground heat sources could potentially generate more than 60 times the nation's current annual electricity consumption.
A consortium consisting of Surbana Jurong and GLJ will lead the study, focusing on commercial costs, technical viability, and safety. The project seeks to strengthen energy security by decreasing the country's dependence on imported fuels. Researchers have already identified potential hot spots in Sembawang, Pulau Tekong, and Admiralty, where temperatures of 70 degrees Celsius were recorded at a depth of 1.12km.
Despite the potential, the government cautioned that a final decision on tapping these resources may take several years. Officials noted that deep drilling presents significant technical challenges within a dense urban environment.
