As more school boards evaluate clean energy options, the benefits of geothermal heating have become clear.
Japan is considering installing geothermal plants around the country, in a move away from nuclear energy after the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi crisis.
From the time that geothermal heating systems first emerged, interest has been rising in these alternative and eco-friendly options.
It’s not only homes and business that are looking to go green – schools are increasingly making this a top priority to help protect the environment as well as contain their budgets.
Ever since President Obama enacted Executive Order 13514, federal agencies have been forced to make better use of clean energy to reach a multitude of waste, pollution and water reduction goals.
When homeowners are looking to upgrade their homes, heating may be a top priority.
The initial upfront cost of a geothermal heating and cooling system may be well worth it if the technology can have a positive impact on the property value.