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Building Compute in America

Mar 17, 2025
Ben Della Rocca, former director for technology and national security on Biden's NSC, along with Arnab Datta and Tim Fist from IFP, discuss the urgent need for robust AI infrastructure in the U.S. They dive into the challenges of new power generation amidst soaring demand for compute and the implications of a 2025 executive order. The conversation reveals the potential of geothermal energy, the pitfalls of financing green power solutions, and the importance of prioritizing AI lab security against emerging threats.
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  • Next-gen geothermal energy's innovation in artificial reservoirs is crucial for meeting the rising energy demands of AI infrastructure.
  • Federal executive orders to streamline data center construction may conflict with clean energy mandates, complicating rapid development timelines.

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Basics of Traditional and Next-Generation Geothermal Energy

Traditional geothermal energy relies on the natural pairing of heat, fluid, and reservoirs. In contrast, next-generation geothermal is innovating by creating artificial reservoirs to harness this energy source. This advancement is essential for meeting future energy demands as it allows for a broader range of geothermal sites to be utilized. Alongside this development, the successful implementation of next-generation geothermal efforts depends significantly on strong support from federal agencies in permitting and facilitation processes.

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