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New geothermal wells outside Rochester City Hall could be the first step in an expanded district heating and cooling system. The Rochester City Council had originally approved spending up to $15.6 million to create a geothermal system at City Hall but did not extend it to the Rochester Public Library and Mayo Civic Center at that time due to cost concerns.
Instead, more traditional equipment was installed in the two city facilities to replace the discontinued steam energy. However, the city recently received notice that it is eligible for $2 million in federal funds and tax credits through the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, reducing the overall cost of the project by $2.4 million. Continue Reading
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