A growing community in Austin, Texas, is tapping into geothermal energy to provide its residents with heating and cooling that is said to provide up to $2,000 in utility bill savings each year.
Whisper Valley is filled with modern homes, quiet streets, and rooftops outfitted with solar panels, while underneath lies a hidden network of pipes and man-made reservoirs that tap into the Earth’s natural warmth, according to a report by the Texas Tribune.
When it’s completed, this community should consist of around 7,500 homes, three schools, and various commercial spaces that are all able to connect to the geothermal energy network run by EcoSmart Solutions…