Geothermal Heat Saves Maryland Homes | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 11, 2026 · 1m

Maryland’s soaring electricity bills are driving homeowners to dig deep—literally—for a smarter solution: residential geothermal. By tapping into the earth’s steady temperatures, these systems slash energy costs in half and use just a quarter of the electricity on peak days. With state-backed incentives, grants, and renewable energy credits, Maryland is accelerating adoption—both in new homes and public buildings like Berlin Intermediate School and Salisbury University’s new student center, aiming for net-zero energy use. It’s a win for wallets, the grid, and the state’s green future. Listen…