Seaham Garden Village homes begin using geothermal heat from abandoned coal mines
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Seaham Garden Village homes begin using geothermal heat from abandoned coal mines

1 hour ago · Originally published 24 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Seaham homes heated by treated mine water for first time
Residents in Seaham are now receiving heating and hot water powered by geothermal energy pumped from local disused coal mines. This project connects 750 affordable homes to a low-carbon network, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional heating while repurposing the region's industrial legacy.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK County Durham
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