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November 29, 2023
Climate | Congress/DoD | Energy | In Our Communities | On Base

The Air Force is working to develop its first geothermal plant at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, as Air & Space Forces Magazine reported. “With this pilot project, JBSA has an opportunity to spearhead innovations in clean energy and resilient infrastructure,” Brig. Gen. Russell Driggers, commander of the 502nd Air Base Wing, said in a press release….

Former U.S. Mint Director Philip Diehl wrote for CoinWeek about the famed gold depository at Fort Knox, Kentucky and the historical role the Army has played in protecting it and other valuables.

Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gabriel Jones

November 29, 2023
Climate | Congress/DoD | Energy | In Our Communities | On Base

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