Before the installation of a Geothermal Heat Pump (GHP) system a number of design factors need to be considered. One of the most critical design factors is the type the loop of the GHP system. There are 2 types of GHP systems namely the closed loop systems and the open loop systems. Continue reading
In a previous article we have discussed the use of geothermal heat pumps (GHP) in buildings for heating and cooling purposes. In this article we will try to understand the pros and cons of Geothermal Energy. Continue reading
Geothermal Heat Pumps (GHP), also known as Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHP) are used in buildings for heating and cooling purposes. The heat pump pipes are inserted into the ground taking advantage of the ground’s constant temperature Continue reading
Geothermal Energy is thermal energy that comes directly from the heat of the earth. The word geothermal comes from the Greek word “γη”, which means earth and from the Greek word “θερμός”, which means hot. Continue reading