As more and more world consumers look to construct energy-efficient homes, public institutions seem to be making moves to pave the way so that these projects can be properly carried out.
The geothermal industry is booming as the technology becomes more affordable for smaller commercial property owners and residential homeowners. The technology is also growing in popularity as news of its efficiency spreads.
The creation of new green tax credits and investments in sustainable solutions has spurred on the development of geothermal technology. Oregon City Council approved a special assessment over a 15-year period to determine the potential pros and cons of installing a geothermal system in the municipal complex on Seaman Road, reported The Press.
The GRC Annual Meeting and Geothermal Energy Association Energy Expo are industry events held to promote the expansion of geothermal technology adoption.
A recent NBC News article warns that utilities are “pushing in several states to scale back what they call unfair rate advantages that solar users have long received.” Concerned about the money lost from their bottom line as they are forced to credit customers for the excess energy they generate, utilities are looking to take […]
A new subdivision in Kennewick, Washington, is expected to mark the largest all geothermal-powered neighborhood in the United States.
Suburban metros located around the Twin Cities are experiencing significant savings thanks to recent investments in geothermal heating and cooling technology.