Geothermal

Geothermal Heat Pumps utilize the earth’s ambient temperature to move heat from one area to another. Heat Pumps use a system of underground (or underwater) pipes to move a heat-exchange fluid from a warmer area to a cooler area thereby reducing the amount of electricity required to achieve the same overall temperature increase required from conventional sources.

In the winter, the Geothermal Heat Pump moves the heat-exchange fluid through the underground pipes where it gains heat from the earth and transfers it to the building for use. In the summer, the fluid collects heat from building that is removed when passed through the cool earth.

Geothermal heat pumps require little maintenance, and usually last 20-25 years.

The Delaware Energy Office is offering grants up to $600 per ton for qualifying geothermal systems. Link to Incentive Programs for instructions. Or for a list of contractors in the region, click here.

Also, check the Green Plains Energy, Inc. Calendar of Events for Workshops, Trade Shows and other events in your area.