Green Newton

Can Geothermal Power Your Neighborhood?

Watch the video to learn about efforts to explore an exciting clean energy opportunity in Newton! We’re exploring whether the innovative, fossil fuel–free geothermal system being installed at Countryside Elementary School could be expanded to nearby homes—and eventually to neighborhoods across the city.

In this video, you’ll discover:

• How networked geothermal systems work

• The big benefits for homeowners: energy savings, lower emissions, and year-round comfort

• Why the Countryside project could be a model for renewable energy in Newton

Even if you don’t live near Countryside, this is your chance to see how a clean energy future could take root right here in Newton.

Ready to take the next step?
In addition to watching the video, you can also sign up for a free, no-obligation home visit from a trained volunteer.

The visit takes about 30 minutes. During that time, you’ll be asked to fill out a short form with basic information about your heating and cooling (HVAC) system, hot water heating, and building insulation. We’ll also take photos of the nameplates on your HVAC equipment and request copies of a recent electricity and gas bill (with names and account numbers redacted).

Once we’ve surveyed around 50 homes in the neighborhood—ideally clustered on a few streets—we’ll be able to request feasibility and cost estimates from multiple geothermal energy providers based on the collected data. Please note that no proposal will move forward without the full agreement of participating homeowners.