Geothermal Energy

Geothermal energy harnesses heat from the earth for a variety of uses, including electric power production, and the heating and cooling of buildings.

One of the most promising of these resources is the geoexchange system which taps geothermal energy, in the form of underground heat and gasses, to provide efficient heating and cooling.

In the winter, water (or a mixture of water and antifreeze) piped from the ground is extracted by the system and converted into comfortable heat.  In the summer, hot air is extracted and piped underground, and the ground’s 45° to 50° F temperatures cool this hot air in an efficient manner.

Geoexchange systems are inherently environmentally friendly.  Compared to traditional systems, they burn no fossil fuels, create no carbon monoxide or volatile organic compounds and drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They can even produce potable hot water during the winter months.