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District pursues large rebate for elementary geothermal system; consultant to collect documentation
Summary
Beatrice Public Schools staff said the district’s planned elementary-school geothermal system (~$1.8 million) qualifies for a federal/state rebate estimated at 30% plus a 10% domestic‑content bonus; consultant Afton Energy will assist with paperwork and would receive a 12% fee on any award; district faces an Aug. 31 paperwork deadline tied to the budget cycle.
District staff told trustees they are pursuing a significant rebate opportunity for a planned elementary-school geothermal installation. Speaker 5 said the district’s geothermal project — roughly estimated at $1.8 million — appears to qualify for a 30% base credit and a possible 10% domestic‑content bonus; conservative…
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