geothermal

It’s Not New

The use of geothermal energy for human purposes dates back thousands of years. There are records of North American hot springs being used for cooking purposes approximately 10,000 years ago. Sometimes, the best solutions are the ones with the longest history.

Already Under Way

The use of geothermal energy is certainly not some far-off idea – it is already in action in many locations around the world. There are currently more than 20 countries using some degree of geothermal power, including the United States, China, Japan, and the aforementioned Iceland.

It seems to be a safe bet and more and more will be known about geothermal energy in the years to come. This is a power source with enormous potential, especially in light of its minor impact on the environment.

Geothermal Heating

As outdoor temps fall, a GHP draws from an underground reservoir of heat, concentrates it, and moves it to your home. Meanwhile, an ordinary heat pump collects heat from frigid winter air, making it least efficient when you need it to be the most. And unlike a furnace, geothermal units don't create heat through combustion. They simply collect and move it.

Hot Water Assist

As a WaterFurnace unit runs, it can capture heat that would normally go to waste and divert it to your water heater tank (using an optional component called a desuperheater). Your unit can generate up to 50% of your hot water—at almost no cost.