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Smith College, MA embarks on $220-million geothermal project

ThinkGeoEnergy

A series of wells at a depth of 800 feet (~243 meters) will be drilled and connected in a closed loop. The project is divided into three phases, and work on the first phase has already started on the buildings in the North Campus near Henshaw Avenue. This is expected to be completed by spring or summer next year.

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Smart electricity meters market to surge to $15.2 billion by 2026

Smart Energy International

(GIA) shows that the global market for smart electricity meters is expected to reach $15.2 The prediction comes courtesy of market research publisher GIA’s latest report, Smart Electricity Meters – Global Market Trajectory & Analytics. billion by 2026. Covid-19 and its market repercussions. CAGR and reach $11.9

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Living Building Challenge-targeted Watershed improves Seattles water quality

AGreenLiving

Seattle-based design firm Weber Thompson has completed construction on Watershed, a mixed-use development that aggressively reduces its energy and water usage compared to conventional construction of the same size. In addition to offering mixed-use appeal, the building also takes on an educational role.