Clean technologies for heating and cooling are being prioritized in historically disadvantaged communities. In addition to fuel switching, strategies for efficiently managing electric load in the electrification transition are necessary to reduce increasing utility costs in already energy-burdened communities. GSHPs are a large part of addressing thermal energy loads by using electricity efficiently to reduce the energy burden for tenants, especially in affordable housing. This also prioritizes a clean heating and cooling solution that minimalizes roof equipment and increases valuable outdoor space that has historically been limited for disadvantaged communities. In this session, the panelists will touch on how geothermal addresses equity by promoting smart electrification, grid resiliency, and healthy indoor environments.