'It's our moonshot': Why scientists are drilling into volcanos

Scientists in Iceland plan to drill into the Krafla volcano to create an underground magma observatory. Starting in 2026, they will drill two 2.1 km deep boreholes to study magma behavior and develop new geothermal energy technology. The project aims to improve volcano eruption forecasting and tap into a potentially limitless energy source. Sensors will measure pressure and temperature in the molten rock, providing data to help protect people living near active volcanoes. The research could lead to more powerful geothermal plants, producing up to 10 times more energy than current wells.