Spotlight on Geothermal

Parkway Terrace Apartments

Located at 196 N. 7th Street, Parkway Terrace was the first public housing complex in the state to go geothermal.  Officials broke ground on the new geothermal energy system in November 2006.  NES has worked to educate tenants about the importance of conservation by installing individual meters and providing a monthly report detailing the kilowatts used.

NES Senior Energy Advisor Tony Viglietti says, "NES has made a commitment to reach out to public and affordable housing programs in Davidson County.  NES realized that low-income housing did not fulfill its purpose if the residents living there could not afford their electric bills."

Other energy efficient initiatives with the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) have included Shelby Court and Sam Levy Homes.  Both are Energy Star certified.  Energy consumption and the impact of emissions at Sam Levy have both been reduced by 25% a year.  The energy rating at Shelby Court improved more than 10 points after renovations were complete.