When it comes to green HVAC systems, geothermal heat pumps are a promising and increasingly popular option. More consumers are attracted to various HVAC systems that save geothermal energy and Millennials are considering a move to geothermal because it is purportedly “better” for the planet.
In fact, geothermal energy is expected to supply 10 to 20 percent of the world's energy by 2050.
Here is a rundown on the foundational history of geothermal technology, as well as its future!
Background: The word “Geo” is Greek and means “Earth.” The word “Thermal” is Greek and means “heat.” Geothermal energy helps to reduce emissions that cause harmful climate changes. Emissions endanger children and pose a health risk to everyone. The Earth is packed full of energy that can be harvested quite easily.
Geothermal energy has been in the Earth since the beginning in many forms including decaying minerals and more. Back in the ancient Roman times, people used geothermal energy to heat homes and baths.
Modern Use: The Earth’s temperature is used for heat exchange within geothermal HVAC and electricity systems. While certain parts of the nation have harsh weather, subsurface temperatures stay consistent. 2
Geothermal heat pumps are categorized as high-efficiency heat pumps. To heat and cool houses and buildings, these systems rely on heat exchanges between the air and the earth. Direct use geothermal and deep and upgraded geothermal are two further types of geothermal systems. In areas where volcanic or tectonic activity results in naturally heated groundwater, direct use geothermal systems are widespread. Hot water is pumped in these systems to be used in its current form or to be used in heat exchangers to condition the air in the building.
Functions: Geothermal HVAC systems rely on the same refrigeration science as traditional HVAC/R equipment. Heat naturally moves from hot or warm places to cold ones, according to the Second Law of Thermodynamics. An electrically driven heat pump pumps fluid, generally water or refrigerant, through extensive loops of subterranean pipes in a geothermal HVAC system. Heat is transmitted from the building's ambient air to the ground and vice versa through this mechanism.
Benefits: Customers who choose to use geothermal power can save a lot of money on their energy bill. Geothermal power is not only affordable; it is reliable and environmentally friendly. Emissions produced from geothermal systems are much lower than other products.
Geothermal systems can greatly reduce global warming throughout the community and world if it was used over fossil fuels. The first geothermal generator was running in Italy in 1904. The largest geothermal power plant is located at The Geysers in California.
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