GEOTHERMAL HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD

Martha's Vineyard GEOTHERMAL Heating and Cooling Systems

How does a geothermal system work?

The earth is a huge solar energy device that absorbs 48% of the sun’s energy. Underground temperatures remain virtually the same year round. Geothermal takes advantage of the heat stored in the earth in the Winter and the relative cool in the Summer. In the Winter, the fluid circulating through the loop system absorbs the earth’s heat and carries it to the home. In the Summer, the system reverses and exchanges the heat from the home to the relative cool of the earth.

What is a geothermal heating & cooling system?

Geothermal systems, also known as Geoexchange and Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHP), use the earth’s stable temperature to heat and cool homes, commercial buildings, schools and more. These systems also provide hot water for residential use, including hot tubs, radiant floor heating, pools, and snow melting. Geoexchange Systems are an intelligent alternative to rising propane and oil costs. Installing a geothermal system can save you 30 - 60% on utility costs.

Is Geothermal a Green Technology?

As stated by the EPA: geothermal heat pumps are the most energy efficient, environmentally clean, renewable and cost-effective space conditioner systems that are available. A solution of water and an FDA approved food based anti-freeze fills the loops and is continuously circulated by a very small, low wattage pump.

Why are geothermal heating and cooling systems superior to conventional systems?

• lowest life-cycle cost
• nearly silent while operating
• no delivery of fuel/gas
• no outside equipment (A/C)
• virtually maintenance free

Is Geothermal more efficient than other heating and cooling systems?

Yes. Government studies have shown geothermal systems have the lowest life-cycle cost and lowest impact on the environment of any system available on the market today.



	How does a geothermal system work? The earth is a huge solar energy device that absorbs 48% of the sun’s energy. Underground temperatures remain virtually the same year round. Geothermal takes advantage of the heat stored in the earth in the Winter and the relative cool in the Summer. In the Winter, the fluid circulating through the loop system absorbs the earth’s heat and carries it to the home. In the Summer, the system reverses and exchanges the heat from the home to the relative cool of the earth. What is a geothermal heating & cooling system? Geothermal systems, also known as Geoexchange and Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHP), use the earth’s stable temperature to heat and cool homes, commercial buildings, schools and more. These systems also provide hot water for residential use, including hot tubs, radiant floor heating, pools, and snow melting. Geoexchange Systems are an intelligent alternative to rising propane and oil costs. Installing a geothermal system can save you 30 - 60% on utility costs. Is Geothermal a Green Technology? As stated by the EPA: geothermal heat pumps are the most energy efficient, environmentally clean, renewable and cost-effective space conditioner systems that are available. A solution of water and an FDA approved food based anti-freeze fills the loops and is continuously circulated by a very small, low wattage pump. Why are geothermal heating and cooling systems superior to conventional systems? • lowest life-cycle cost • nearly silent while operating • no delivery of fuel/gas • no outside equipment (A/C) • virtually maintenance free Is Geothermal more efficient than other heating and cooling systems? Yes. Government studies have shown geothermal systems have the lowest life-cycle cost and lowest impact on the environment of any system available on the market today.