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Subsurface: 5 things to look for in 2025

Predictions for the year ahead

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Michael Egbuna

Research Analyst, Subsurface

Michael focuses on developing discovered resource intelligence and insights.

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Kate Adie

Research Analyst, Subsurface

Kate is a key contributor to our global research on established and developing geoenergy technologies.

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What are the key themes that will shape exploration for both oil &  gas and geothermal resources in 2025? In this report, we draw on insight from Lens Subsurface to set our view of the year ahead. 

This includes:

  • Uptick in deepwater wildcats: will explorers prove further success on Africa's Atlantic margin and unlock the Eastern Mediterranean?
  • Extensive exploration additions: will governments succeed in attracting exploration cash flow?
  • An increase in geothermal-powered data centres: how will power-hungry AI grow the geothermal market?
  • US geothermal will maintain momentum: what's in store for the geothermal industry under a new Trump administration?

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