Monthly Deep Dive: Geothermal Energy – Potential, Limits, and What’s Changing

From Stories for the future by Veslemøy Klavenes-Berge

February 12, 2026 · 40 min

About this episode

This episode explores geothermal energy, its potential, and the challenges it faces in Norway.

Geothermal energy is often described as a stable, low-emission energy source. Yet in countries like Norway, it rarely features in public conversations about the energy transition. In this episode of Stories for the Future , I sit down with Stian Engebretsen , Product Manager at Aspen Technology and a long-time geothermal enthusiast, to explore what geothermal energy actually is, how it works, and why it deserves closer attention. We talk about: What geothermal energy is. The difference between traditional geothermal and newer technologies like enhanced geothermal systems. What is happening in Norway today. And what is holding geothermal back. How advances in modelling, simulation, and drilling technology are changing what’s possible. Who should be paying attention to geothermal. From engineers and energy professionals to policymakers and curious outsiders. - This episode is the first monthly deep dive of the season. A format designed to slow down, go deeper, and build shared understanding across different perspectives in the energy transition. Get full access to Stories for the Future by Veslemøy Klavenes-Berge at vklavenes.substack.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Host: Veslemøy Klavenes-Berge

Guest: Stian Engebretsen

Topics covered

geothermal energy
energy transition
technology
sustainability
Norway

Keywords

geothermal energy
energy transition
enhanced geothermal systems
sustainability
Norway

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Aspen Technology

Places: Norway