Acton opens environmentally-friendly fire station of the future

  • Source: WBZ-TV CBS 4 Boston
  • Published: 06/15/2022 12:00 AM

As communities try and go green, Acton is making a big investment in the environment at their fire station. One look at the brand new station in town and you can see why it's already a big hit. From the gym to the private bunk rooms, station number four has all the newest features. The glass bi-folding garage bay doors even look cool. But it's not just the look, it's actually the goal. "It also gives the driver a clear view of sight from floor to ceiling as the doors open." Fire Chief Robert Hart told WBZ-TV. This is a totally green, fully electric station. And these doors are actually more energy efficient, safer and waste less heat inside when opened. It's one of many things that makes this building environmentally-friendly. There is no natural gas here. Instead, they use a geothermal system for heating and cooling. There are solar panels on the roof, radiant heat in the bay floors and LED lighting throughout the complex.



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