The Earth absorbs almost 50% of all solar energy and remains a constant temperature of 50°F to 70°F depending on geographical location. A geothermal heating systems or HVAC unit utilizes this constant temperature for heating and cooling your home. You can realize 30%-70% in energy savings vs. traditional systems. There is no flame, no flue, no odors and no loud outdoor equipment. Heating, air conditioning and hot water can all be attained from a single compact unit.
The Earth acts as a natural energy reservoir, absorbing nearly half of the solar energy that reaches it. Beneath the surface, temperatures remain relatively constant, generally between 50°F and 70°F depending on geographic location. This stable condition provides the foundation for geothermal systems, which harness the earth’s consistent underground climate to efficiently heat and cool residential and commercial spaces. Unlike traditional heating and cooling systems that rely on fluctuating outdoor air temperatures, geothermal systems tap into a dependable source of energy that remains unchanged throughout the year.
A type of heating and cooling system, a geothermal heat pump (GHP) is based on the principles of using constant temperatures within the earth to provide heating, air conditioning and even hot water. Unlike traditional systems, which burn fuel to create heat or produce a lot of waste: geothermal technology does not generate heat.
With only the power of the sun from the earth’s core, it simply moves already-existing heat via your home through loops connected to a geothermal pump located inside your home-operation is silent and non-invasive. In the winter, it pulls in natural heat from the ground and transfers it indoors — providing a cozy home or work space even on the coldest of days. The reverse occurs in summer months as any excess heat from the interior of the building is absorbed and then released back into the earth which provides predictable, even cooling.
The whole reason to even consider a geo system is because of how efficient it is. Since the earth retains a more consistent temperature year-round this helps to heat or cool the home and therefore, reduces the amount of energy needed by your system. This operation overloading results in a remarkable decrease of energy consumption compared with traditional heating and cooling systems. Homeowners and businesses will over time see real savings on utility bills along with reduced maintenance needs and a system that lasts longer.
The geothermal heating systems are environmentally friendly, that they reduce carbon emissions due to less dependence on fossil fuels and overall energy use. Leveraging the principles which govern the natural thermodynamics of heat transfer and utilizing renewable ground energy, Geothermal HVAC systems have emerged as a sustainable, reliable and forward-thinking answer to contemporary-age heating and cooling requirements; it’s no wonder why they’re becoming a popular choice for green homeowners.
