Geothermal energy offers mining companies in Africa:
🏔️ Lower emissions through carbon-free electricity and heat
🌱 Cost stability in energy-intensive operations
🕛 On-site heat applications for mineral processing
🔥 Energy security in remote or off-grid regions
In East Africa, the overlap is clear—from Kenya and Ethiopia’s geothermal zones to mineral-rich corridors in Tanzania and Zambia. Mining and geothermal aren’t just compatible they’re mutually reinforcing. Co-developing these sectors can reduce environmental impact, improve project economics, and contribute to long-term regional infrastructure.
🧠 Read more in our CEO Marit Brommer latest thought leadership article, published by International Mining:
🔗 https://im-mining.com/2025/07/21/mining-and-geothermal-power-natural-allies-for-the-future/
This is Global GT Africa Month, we spotlight the role geothermal can play as a strategic enabler of Africa’s clean minerals agenda. This article was published under the partnership the #IGA has with Seequent as part of our #IndustryOutreach.
Africa’s Hot Rocks: Mining and Geothermal Power – Natural Allies
Africa is uniquely positioned in the global energy transition with vast critical mineral reserves and world-class geothermal potential. As demand for lithium, copper, cobalt, and rare earths rises, so does the pressure to mine more sustainably. Powering these operations with clean, local, baseload energy is not just a climate imperative it’s a strategic advantage.
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