Geothermal is one of the many energy efficient heating and cooling methods that is growing in popularity. Geothermal heating and cooling begins with a ground source heat pump (GSHP) which pumps out the heat deep within the earth to use as energy.GSHP are energy efficient and environmentally friendly and are very effective for commercial use. They offer a 25 - 50% reduction in energy usage, depending on the
According to the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association: "Ground source heat pumps can be categorized as having closed or open loops, and those loops can be installed in three ways: horizontally, vertically, or in a pond/lake. The type chosen depends on the available land areas and the soil and rock type at the installation site. These factors will help determine the most economical choice for installation of the ground loop.
For closed loop systems, water or antifreeze solution is circulated through plastic pipes buried beneath the earth's surface. During the winter, the fluid collects heat from the earth and carries it through the system and into the building. During the summer, the system reverses itself to cool the building by pulling heat from the building, carrying it through the system and placing it in the ground. This process creates free hot water in the summer and delivers substantial hot water savings in the winter.
Open loop systems operate on the same principle as closed loop systems and can be installed where an adequate supply of suitable water is available and open discharge is feasible. Benefits similar to the closed loop system are obtained."
Currently there are rebates and incentives available from Connecticut. Contact us if you would like more information about Geothermal heating and cooling or visit The International Ground Source Heat Pump Association.
According to the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association: "Ground source heat pumps can be categorized as having closed or open loops, and those loops can be installed in three ways: horizontally, vertically, or in a pond/lake. The type chosen depends on the available land areas and the soil and rock type at the installation site. These factors will help determine the most economical choice for installation of the ground loop.
For closed loop systems, water or antifreeze solution is circulated through plastic pipes buried beneath the earth's surface. During the winter, the fluid collects heat from the earth and carries it through the system and into the building. During the summer, the system reverses itself to cool the building by pulling heat from the building, carrying it through the system and placing it in the ground. This process creates free hot water in the summer and delivers substantial hot water savings in the winter.
Open loop systems operate on the same principle as closed loop systems and can be installed where an adequate supply of suitable water is available and open discharge is feasible. Benefits similar to the closed loop system are obtained."
Currently there are rebates and incentives available from Connecticut. Contact us if you would like more information about Geothermal heating and cooling or visit The International Ground Source Heat Pump Association.
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