Geothermal
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Geothermal, otherwise known as GeoExchange, is a green technology that utilizes the Earth as a recyclable energy source.
Despite the seasonal temperatures above ground, the temperature below the Earth’s surface remains constant all year long. Geothermal uses this consistent temperature to heat buildings in the winter and cool buildings in the summer with considerable cost savings.
Why do I need a geothermal system?
A geothermal system provides significant cost savings on energy bills and qualifies for a variety of financial incentives to help with installation costs. Because geothermal utilizes the Earth’s energy, it can be installed anywhere, in both residential and commercial buildings. The energy is renewable and non-polluting, which reduces your carbon footprint.
How does a geothermal system work?
A geothermal system, also known as a Ground Source Heat Exchanger (GSHEX), involves a series of looped pipes installed below ground. The specific configuration is determined by site. The pipes have a heat-absorbing fluid running through the system constantly. In the summer, the geothermal system takes the heat from the house and pushes it downward into the pipes to be cooled by the Earth’s surface. In the winter, the process is reversed: the heat from the ground is pushed upward by the pipes to circulate in the house.
