Germany has committed to generating 80% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030, as outlined in the Climate Action Act. However, the ideal locations for wind and solar farms are in the north, while the industrial centers that require power are in the south. To save space, protect cables from weather damage, and preserve aesthetics, Germany chooses to bury the cables wherever possible. So, how do you safely transport utility-scale energy 700 km underground? Varying types of soil and seasonal changes in soil moisture can impact the ability to safely do this without damaging cables or harming the ecosystem. In this episode, Kai-Julian Hendler and Christoph Verschaffel-Drefke discuss the geotechnical challenges of this ambitious project.