Use of Idaho’s geothermal resources on the rise

A farming operation north of Idaho’s capital city is taking advantage of the region’s geothermal heat and water to extend its growing season, just the latest example of how energy-conscious residents are putting the largely unseen reservoir beneath their feet to work.

The Idaho Statesman reports that Sweet Valley Organic, located in a valley near rural Emmett, Idaho, has a geothermal greenhouse.

It also uses outdoor pipes to keep its crops from freezing.

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