Electrify Indiana with Geothermal
How efficient is a
geothermal heat pump?
They are more than three times as efficient as the most efficient fossil fuel furnace. Instead of burning a combustible fuel to make heat, they simply move heat that already exists. By doing that, they provide three units of energy for every one unit used to power the geothermal system.
Geothermal systems contribute significantly to grid stabilization by reducing peak electrical demand, thereby alleviating stress on the electricity grid during periods of high consumption.
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Here's how they do it:
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Geothermal Heat Pumps (GHPs) for Building HVAC: Geothermal heat pumps utilize the stable temperature of the Earth to efficiently heat and cool buildings, requiring less electricity compared to conventional HVAC systems. This results in a lower overall electricity demand, particularly during peak times in summer (for cooling) and winter (for heating). Geothermal heat pumps could achieve a 53% reduction in summer peak electrical demand for space cooling. The inherent efficiency of geothermal heating and cooling systems reduces the total energy required to heat and cool buildings, contributing to a lower overall energy demand and reduced strain on the grid.
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Increased System Utilization: GHPs can help balance the seasonal use of the grid. They increase electricity usage for heating in winter when demand might otherwise be low while decreasing electricity use for cooling in summer. This helps flatten the demand curve, leading to a more efficient use of utility assets and potentially lower delivery costs per kWh.
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Integration with Grid-Connected Technologies and Thermal Networks: When integrated with smart, grid-connected technologies and deployed within thermal networks, geothermal systems can further optimize energy usage and demand flexibility. For example, in a thermal network anchored by a data center, the waste heat from the servers can be captured by geothermal loops and redistributed to nearby buildings for heating, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering local emissions and operational costs.
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Reduced Infrastructure Needs: Widespread GHP deployment could even reduce the need for new grid transmission infrastructure, which can be costly and time-consuming to build.
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In essence, geothermal systems, through their inherent efficiency and ability to provide a stable energy source, lessen the overall demand on the electricity grid, particularly during peak usage periods, ultimately contributing to a more stable and resilient energy infrastructure.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Eco-Friendly operations
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Healthy air and safety
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Constant supply of hot water
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Lower energy bills
Emits no greenhouse gases
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Earth loop antifreeze does not hurt environment
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Refrigerants do not harm earth's ozone layer
