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Geothermal energy a cheaper option

By Ryan Jahnke, Thermo Source (as published in the The Detroit News, Opinion Editorials )
February 16, 2013 at 1:00 am

The state of Michigan has taken a great step in encouraging wind farms, solar arrays and biodiesel, but is missing out on another tremendous source of renewable energy: Geothermal. Unlike your typical renewable energy systems, geothermal is an energy conservation measure that utilizes free, constant and continuous temperature stored naturally in the ground to provide the most energy-efficient form of comfort heating, comfort cooling, domestic hot water and even refrigeration. When compared to typical fossil fuel furnaces and air conditioners, geothermal systems can provide energy savings of up to 60 percent.

SUCCESS STORY - Centennial College

November 27, 2012

The future of the geothermal industry is in great hands thanks to a strategic partnership between Centennial College and GeoSmart Energy. The alliance between education and industry has given students in the Energy System Engineering Technology program unprecedented access to practical hands-on training on a fully-functioning geothermal system at the college’s Progress Campus where it joins other onsite renewable energy systems including wind turbines and solar panels.

Use the right grout on your next geothermal project

By Stan Marco, GeoSmart Energy (as published in the Fall 2012 issue of Ground Water Canada)

Adhering to environmentally friendly and following sustainable practices are two important factors to keep in mind when installing geothermal systems. Our industry’s reputation relies on system designers, contractors, drillers and installers maintaining the highest of standards in all aspects of the installation. This includes selecting the right grout for the job.

Geothermal Cost Effective Choice In Columbia River Gorge

By John Geyer and BreAnna Morris

Geo Outlook 2012, Vol. 9, No. 3 — This article in Geo Outlook discusses an energy cost comparison study for two homes in Stevenson, Washington.

New, more efficient heat pumps require longer loop systems

By Stan Marco, GeoSmart Energy

Over the past few years, thousands of geothermal heat pump systems have been installed across Canada responding to the demand for more cost-effective, energy efficient and renewable heating and cooling solutions for home and business.

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