In the world of sustainable design, electrical systems have gained celebrity status.
In fact, many of us use some form of renewable electric technology in our daily lives – a rooftop solar array, electric or semi-electric vehicle, or even something as simple as solar outdoor patio lighting. Show of hands??? (Yeah…us too.)
But the use of sustainability in mechanical design is also worth considering. In particular, geothermal systems offer a number of both short and long-term benefits for both the environment – and the bottom line. Not a new technology by any means (we’ve been designing them for decades), geothermal is becoming part of the standard conversation among HVAC options in building design.
In this edition of Plains Talk, we’ll dive into exactly how these systems work, including the pros and cons of the investment, operation, and maintenance. We’ll also share a few examples of how they’ve been successfully used by our clients to reduce their carbon footprint (and monthly utility bills).