A Stanford University study reveals that enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) can significantly reduce the infrastructure needed for a clean energy transition, while keeping electricity prices competitive. EGS works by drilling deep underground to generate electricity, leading to substantial savings in wind, solar, and battery capacity. The study highlights that EGS could be particularly beneficial for densely populated nations and dramatically lowers energy costs, with a potential 90% reduction in social costs when health and climate impacts are considered. Experts predict that EGS costs may decrease significantly by 2035 due to improved drilling speeds.