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Geothermal Energy In Utah: A Safe Technology With Limited Environmental Impacts, Joseph Harding, Kendall Becker, Logan Mitchell, Jennifer Bodine, Scott Hotaling Jun 2026

Geothermal Energy In Utah: A Safe Technology With Limited Environmental Impacts, Joseph Harding, Kendall Becker, Logan Mitchell, Jennifer Bodine, Scott Hotaling

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Geothermal energy has the potential to transform Utah’s electricity landscape, driving a future with improved air quality, lower carbon emissions, and fewer environmental impacts. In this fact sheet, we provide an overview of geothermal energy and its potential environmental implications in Utah. We highlight that recent geothermal projects in Utah do not use fresh water and that new well designs are expected to reduce the consumption of salty, brackish water. If these efforts are successful, geothermal energy would have lower water consumption, reduced seismic risk, and a similarly low land-use footprint compared to fossil fuel sources of electricity.


Geothermal Energy In Utah: Massive Potential To Meet Growing Electricity Needs, Emily Labonty, Kendall Becker, Logan Mitchell, Jennifer Bodine, Scott Hotaling Jun 2026

Geothermal Energy In Utah: Massive Potential To Meet Growing Electricity Needs, Emily Labonty, Kendall Becker, Logan Mitchell, Jennifer Bodine, Scott Hotaling

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Including more geothermal energy in Utah's energy mix would help address issues of concern for many Utahns: poor air quality, climate change, and the need to support renewable energy research. Geothermal energy, heat from within the Earth, is a renewable energy source that can provide flexible, baseload electricity––like coal or natural gas––but without the climate-warming and polluting effects. This fact sheet provides information about geothermal energy, generating electricity from geothermal energy, and current geothermal projects in Utah.


Developing And Implementing A 100% Renewable Electricity Resolution: A Research-Based Framework, Emily E. Skill, Roslynn Brain Mccann, Sarah C. Klain Jun 2020

Developing And Implementing A 100% Renewable Electricity Resolution: A Research-Based Framework, Emily E. Skill, Roslynn Brain Mccann, Sarah C. Klain

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While it may seem that the efforts of local governments have only a marginal impact on the global issue of climate change, local action can spread to generate large-scale change. Local action can inspire other communities to adopt policies, creating the potential to expand and form regional action on climate change. Furthermore, local policies can influence state and federal policies. This guide will walk you through a five-step framework that was developed from the results of a qualitative research study that explored how three Utah cities, Salt Lake City, Park City, and Moab, successfully adopted 100% renewable electricity resolutions.


Tips To Taper Energy Costs In The Kitchen, Lou Mueller Jul 2010

Tips To Taper Energy Costs In The Kitchen, Lou Mueller

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This publications gives suggestions on how to save on energy costs in the kitchen.


Insulating Concrete Forms (Icfs), Leona Hawks, Koa Percer Jul 2005

Insulating Concrete Forms (Icfs), Leona Hawks, Koa Percer

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Energy Efficient Appliances, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson Jul 2005

Energy Efficient Appliances, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson

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Energy Efficient Windows, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson Jul 2005

Energy Efficient Windows, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson

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Lighting, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson Jul 2005

Lighting, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson

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Photovoltaic Systems (Pv), Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson Jul 2005

Photovoltaic Systems (Pv), Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson

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Solar South, Roof Overhangs, And Light Shelves, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson Jul 2005

Solar South, Roof Overhangs, And Light Shelves, Leona Hawks, Celia Peterson

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Checklist To Determine Energy Efficiency Of A Home, Leona Hawks Jul 2005

Checklist To Determine Energy Efficiency Of A Home, Leona Hawks

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Utah State University Extension Addressing Energy Issues, Dennis Hinkamp Feb 2001

Utah State University Extension Addressing Energy Issues, Dennis Hinkamp

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Energy Efficiency Can Help You Get A Home, Dennis Hinkamp Feb 2001

Energy Efficiency Can Help You Get A Home, Dennis Hinkamp

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It is a little known and seldom used financing tool, but Energy Efficient Mortgages (EEMs) can increase your buying power when looking for a home.


Renters, Too, Can Save On Utility Costs, Donna Falkenborg Jan 2001

Renters, Too, Can Save On Utility Costs, Donna Falkenborg

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“Most energy conservation information is designed for homeowners, even though an increasing number of people are renting,” says Leona K. Hawks, Utah State University Extension housing specialist. “Many renters develop a short-timer mentality and don’t worry much about energy savings. However, utility bills do add up quickly so renters may wish to conserve on their energy use,” she advises.


Windows Are Key To Keeping Warm In Winter, Donna Falkenborg Jan 2001

Windows Are Key To Keeping Warm In Winter, Donna Falkenborg

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“With the price of fuel skyrocketing, now is the time to think about energy-saving projects around the house, and the best place to start is with your windows,” advises Leona K. Hawks, Utah State University Extension housing specialist.


Drain That Antifreeze, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Drain That Antifreeze, Von Jarrett

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Engine Service Tips, Jumper Cables Used, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Engine Service Tips, Jumper Cables Used, Von Jarrett

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Machinery Storage, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Machinery Storage, Von Jarrett

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Oil Consideration To Lengthen Engine Life, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Oil Consideration To Lengthen Engine Life, Von Jarrett

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Caring For Your Tires, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Caring For Your Tires, Von Jarrett

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What You Need To Know About Retreads, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

What You Need To Know About Retreads, Von Jarrett

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Bleeding Air From Diesel Fuel Lines & Filters, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Bleeding Air From Diesel Fuel Lines & Filters, Von Jarrett

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Cold Tractor Operations, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Cold Tractor Operations, Von Jarrett

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Diesel Engines, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Diesel Engines, Von Jarrett

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Fuel System Maintenance, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Fuel System Maintenance, Von Jarrett

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Is There Slime In Your Fuel, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Is There Slime In Your Fuel, Von Jarrett

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Preventive Maintenance Checklist, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Preventive Maintenance Checklist, Von Jarrett

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Tune-Up And Dynamometer Testing, Von Jarrett Feb 1995

Tune-Up And Dynamometer Testing, Von Jarrett

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