Extraterrestrial Geothermal Energy in Contact Narratives | 1being

Extraterrestrial Geothermal Energy in Contact Narratives | 1being

Extraterrestrial Geothermal Energy in Contact Narratives

Accounts from UFO contactees, channelers, and whistleblowers have occasionally described alien civilizations harnessing geothermal energy – the heat of planets – as a power source. These narratives include details of extraterrestrials using their own planet’s internal heat for energy, advising humans on geothermal power, or even allegedly tapping Earth’s volcanic areas. Below we explore several well-known examples and highlight common themes in how geothermal power is portrayed in these stories.

Alien Civilizations Powered by Planetary Heat

One detailed contactee account comes from Stefan Denaerde (pseudonym), who claims an encounter with beings from Planet Iarga. In his 1969 book UFO Contact from Planet Iarga (originally Buitenaardse Beschaving in Dutch), Denaerde describes the highly advanced, eco-conscious society of the Iargans. According to his narrative, the Iargans built enormous cylindrical cities and “used the planet’s internal heat as the only power supply,” distributing energy throughout their habitat via superheated water under high pressure. In other words, geothermal heat drives all of their technology and infrastructure. The Iargan city infrastructure has a huge machinery complex in its lowest levels that taps into geothermal reservoirs. This not only provides clean, continuous energy, but also fits their closed-loop ecological philosophy. In Denaerde’s account, the Iargans even manage seismic activity by pumping waste and water deep into the crust to trigger small quakes and “prevent heavy earthquakes” – effectively geothermal manipulation for planetary stability. The portrayal of Iarga’s society emphasizes efficient use of natural energy and harmony with their planet’s environment (total recycling, no fossil fuels, etc.), with geothermal power at the core. This suggests an alien culture far ahead of us in sustainable engineering, using an “internal heat” source that never pollutes or runs out.

Another extraterrestrial civilization said to exploit geothermal energy appears in science fiction-influenced lore. For instance, an episode of Doctor Who even imagined aliens tapping Earth’s volcanoes: in the story set in ancient Pompeii (79 AD), a race called the Pyroviles secretly use the volcano’s heat as an energy source for their technology. While this is fiction, it mirrors themes from contactee reports – advanced beings finding “boring old lava” quite useful. Similarly, in the Star Wars universe (though not a contactee claim), geothermal generators are a known technology for powering bases by “tapping into the heat of a planet’s core”. These fictional examples underscore the plausibility of geothermal power for advanced societies, an idea that genuine contact narratives also echo.

ET Advice to Humans: Geothermal as a Solution

Extraterrestrials in contactee and channeling literature often advocate that humanity adopt cleaner energy sources – and geothermal is sometimes singled out. Famed Swiss contactee Billy Meier claims ongoing contact since the 1970s with the Plejaren, a highly advanced human-like ET group. In Meier’s 1976 discussions, the Plejaren reportedly recommended deep geothermal power as an ideal long-term energy solution for Earth. Meier later wrote that “deep geothermal energy was the best possible solution to most of our energy needs for a very long time to come.” The Plejaren advised that humans should drill several miles down – far deeper than typical geothermal wells – to access the immense heat reservoir and avoid destabilizing the crust. “Shafts for geothermal energy must extend very deep, even several miles into the earth, so that the heat can rise and turn turbines,” the Plejaren told Meier. Importantly, they warned against methods that inject water at shallow depths (as some geothermal plants do), because improper practices or extensive fluid injection could trigger earthquakes or volcanic activity. This counsel is striking given that decades later, scientists also recognized that certain fracking and geothermal projects can induce seismic events. In Meier’s story, the aliens frame geothermal power as a safe, abundant energy source for humanity – if done correctly. They contrast it with fossil fuel extraction, which they say “leads to earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and ‘the Earth collapses from within’” when mismanaged. The theme here is that wise extraterrestrials encourage us to live more sustainably, using our planet’s natural heat instead of polluting or depleting resources.

Other channelers have echoed the promotion of geothermal energy in passing. For example, some messages attributed to the Ashtar Command (a purported galactic federation) list geothermal along with solar and wind as part of Earth’s future clean energy mix, often tied to spiritual growth and environmental healing. While not as technically detailed as Meier’s case, these new-age communications reinforce the idea that advanced beings want humans to adopt renewable energy (including geothermal) as we progress.

UFOs, Secret Bases, and Earth’s Geothermal Hotspots

Beyond alien homeworlds and advice, there are also ufological accounts suggesting extraterrestrials actively use or affect geothermal areas on Earth. A prominent modern pattern is the frequent UFO sightings around volcanoes. In Mexico, the active volcano Popocatépetl has become famous for unexplained lights and disc-shaped objects caught on webcams near its summit. Some ufologists propose that these UFOs appear “in search of geothermal energy,” perhaps refueling their craft or powering underground bases with the volcano’s heat. Indeed, the sheer consistency of strange objects seen entering or hovering around “El Popo” has fueled theories that an alien installation might exist inside or beneath the mountain – presumably taking advantage of the intense heat and energy of the magma chamber. While skeptics attribute the sightings to ash debris or camera artifacts, Mexican UFO researchers (e.g. Jaime Maussan) have documented multiple instances that keep the speculation alive. The notion of aliens tapping volcanoes aligns with the concept that geothermal power is useful even for advanced spacecraft or outposts – a theme that also appeared in sci-fi as noted earlier.

Similar claims abound regarding hidden alien or breakaway civilization bases in other geothermal regions. Conspiracy lore about Antarctica, for example, suggests there are warm subglacial areas (heated by geothermal vents or volcanoes under the ice) that host secret installations. Some whistleblowers and researchers have hinted that both human and ET groups might utilize these geothermal “oases” beneath the frozen surface. At UFO conferences, panels have discussed the possibility of ancient alien bases in geothermal caverns in Antarctica, which remain naturally warm amidst the ice. Although concrete evidence is lacking, these stories extend the pattern: wherever Earth offers geothermal energy (be it volcanic hotspots, deep undersea hydrothermal vents, or tectonically active zones), there are rumors of extraterrestrial activity nearby. The Dulce Base myth in New Mexico is another, where an underground facility allegedly co-run by aliens is said to exist in a region of geothermal springs and hydrocarbon fields. In these narratives, aliens may prefer such locations either to power their operations or to conceal them (geothermal areas are remote and often dangerous for humans, providing cover).

It’s worth noting that some contact narratives even attribute protective or interventive motives to aliens regarding Earth’s geothermal stability. As mentioned, the Iargans on their planet used controlled mini-quakes to stabilize tectonics. Likewise, one could interpret certain UFO appearances before earthquakes or eruptions as attempts at monitoring or easing Earth’s seismic stress – essentially geothermal guardianship. This compassionate theme fits the broader contactee message that benevolent ETs quietly help maintain natural balance. On the flip side, a few conspiracy theorists have accused malevolent ETs or shadow governments of deliberately causing quakes or volcanic eruptions (a form of geo-weaponization), but those claims stray into speculation and are less common in classical contactee literature.

Common Themes and Patterns

Across these accounts – whether allegedly factual or imaginative – geothermal energy is portrayed in a positive, even pivotal light for advanced civilizations. Some recurring themes include:

  • Clean, Abundant Power: Aliens using geothermal energy present it as a virtually limitless and non-polluting resource. In the Iarga case, it’s literally the sole power source for an entire high-tech society. This mirrors an idealistic view that an advanced culture will naturally use an internal planetary energy that produces no emissions or waste (a contrast to our fossil fuel era). Narratives stress how this contributes to a harmonious, sustainable civilization.

  • Integration with Ecology and Technology: The use of planetary heat often comes alongside descriptions of holistic ecological practices. For example, Iarga’s people combine geothermal power with 100% recycling and efficient city planning. The Plejaren advising on geothermal fits with their broader teachings of living in accord with nature and prudence. The theme is that geothermal tech is part of a larger system of living with the planet, not against it.

  • Advanced Engineering: These stories frequently include technical details – high-pressure steam distribution on Iarga, deep drilling techniques from Plejaren advice, etc. Geothermal power is shown as a feat of engineering that an advanced species has mastered. It underscores the aliens’ scientific sophistication: they can harness volcanism and manage tectonic forces in ways we are just beginning to attempt.

  • Caution and Stability: Interesting is the repeated caution about geothermal risks if mishandled. The Plejaren warn us to avoid triggering quakes by improper drilling, and the Iargans actively moderate their planet’s geophysical energy to prevent disasters. This suggests aliens view planetary internal energy as powerful and needing respect – a lesson for humans to be careful stewards when tapping Earth’s heat. In the narratives, geothermal power is not “free” of responsibility; it requires wisdom.

  • Concealment and Strategic Use: When it comes to Earth-based stories (volcano UFOs, underground bases), a theme is that aliens might exploit geothermal areas for practical and strategic reasons. The heat provides energy but also naturally dangerous zones where human oversight is limited. Thus, geothermal hotspots become convenient for alien activities (either to fuel ships or to hide out). This casts geothermal regions as cosmic gas stations or hideaways in ufology lore.

  • Future Potential for Humanity: Finally, many of these accounts implicitly or explicitly suggest that geothermal energy is part of our own future. The aliens often serve as examples or advisors nudging us in that direction. From Meier’s ET contacts urging geothermal development on Earth, to channelers forecasting a clean-energy era, the message is that embracing our planet’s internal heat could be a stepping stone to joining the cosmic community. It’s seen as a practical way to solve energy needs for “hundreds of years to come” while we evolve technologically and spiritually.

In summary, geothermal power features in UFO and contact narratives as a hallmark of enlightened engineering – used by advanced extraterrestrial societies both on their home worlds and discreetly here on Earth. Whether it’s the Iargans running entire cities on volcanic heat, the Plejaren extolling deep drilling to avoid an energy crisis, or mysterious UFOs flitting around volcanic craters, these stories collectively paint geothermal energy as a wise choice of the cosmos. The common thread is using the natural warmth of planets in harmony with the environment, reflecting a level of technological maturity that contactees often say we humans have yet to achieve. While we should approach such tales with healthy skepticism, it is intriguing that multiple independent sources (contactees in different eras, channelers, and even modern UFO theories) converge on the idea that tapping into a planet’s inner fire is part of the blueprint for an advanced civilization.

Ultimately, whether or not aliens are actually powering their starships with magma or lighting cities with geysers, these narratives inspire us to rethink our own energy paradigm. The extraterrestrials in these accounts clearly demonstrate one pattern above all: civilizations that master their world’s geothermal energy tend to be portrayed as wise stewards of their planet – a status to which humanity might aspire.

Sources:

  • Stefan Denaerde (Wendelle Stevens, ed.), UFO Contact from Planet Iarga – description of Iargan city power system.
  • Billy Meier Contact Reports – Plejaren advice on “deep geothermal” (1976), summarized by Horn (2018).
  • Alicia Civita, “Mexico Ranks Six in the World for UFO Sightings” (WeAreMitu, 2023) – on Popocatépetl UFOs and geothermal energy theory.
  • Additional: Discover Magazine (2008) noting aliens in Doctor Who tapping a volcano; Star Wars lore on geothermal generators for context.