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Colorado Mesa University has saved over $15 million in energy costs since implementing a geothermal heating and cooling system. The network, initiated in 2008, utilizes hundreds of boreholes to tap into low-temperature thermal energy, significantly reducing energy needs and water consumption.

This system allows the university to share heating and cooling loads across buildings, resulting in high efficiency and lower operational costs. Xcel Energy confirmed the system's effectiveness, highlighting its potential for broader community applications.