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The original was posted on /r/science by /u/chrisdh79 on 2024-10-16 13:34:42+00:00.

Original Title: Ultra-deep fracking for limitless geothermal power is possible | EPFL’s Laboratory of Experimental Rock Mechanics (LEMR) has shown that the semi-plastic, gooey rock at supercritical depths can still be fractured to let water through.