The sun's temperature is hidden directly beneath your feet

Jamie C. Beard: The untapped energy source that could power the planet · 15:04 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: We often look to the stars for infinite energy, but a massive power source exists right under our feet. This video explores how we can harness the Earth's molten core to provide clean energy for the entire planet.

Technologist Jamie C. Beard explores the potential of geothermal energy, noting that the Earth's core reaches temperatures comparable to the surface of the sun. This immense reservoir of heat is capable of powering the world thousands of times over.

The presentation focuses on the logistical challenge of extraction: how to tap into this deep-seated energy and transport it globally. Beard proposes a surprising technological solution and an unlikely alliance to make this transition possible.

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