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Holy Cross Energy, CLEAR outline thermal energy networks and geothermal options for Carbondale
Summary
Holy Cross Energy and CLEAR presented progress and opportunities for deep decarbonization in the valley, highlighting distributed renewables, battery programs, and the potential for thermal energy networks or geothermal systems to store renewable energy and replace gas heating at sites such as the Third Street Center.
Representatives from Holy Cross Energy and CLEAR told the Carbondale Board of Trustees about the cooperative’s recent clean-energy progress and discussed thermal energy networks and geothermal feasibility work for the town’s Third Street Center.
Brian Hannigan of Holy Cross described the cooperative’s strategy and results, saying the member-owned utility has pushed decarbonization for several years and recently increased its carbon‑free supply: "At the end of 2024, that number was 75%. And I checked before I came tonight, and year to date, we're up over 80% for the first quarter of this year," Hannigan said. He highlighted Holy Cross’s focus on remaining affordable and reliable while…
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