New York to Study Geothermal Feasibility (Renewable Energy World)
New York City Mayor Bloomberg has signed legislation that will require his Office of Long Term Planning and Sustainability to study geothermal energy resources and the feasibility of developing them in New York City.
"The study will include a summary of building characteristics that would be suitable for a retrofit installation of a geothermal system, a summary of federal, State, and City regulations for the installation and operation of a geothermal system, and a map that identifies areas of the City that would be appropriate for geothermal energy systems. The study will also make recommendations to promote the installation and use of geothermal systems in new construction, alterations, and retrofit of buildings.
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