Are you looking for an energy efficient way to heat and cool your home? Geothermal systems are one of the best options available to you. In this article, we’ll discuss the difference between active and passive Geothermal systems and why they are beneficial to your home.
Active Geothermal systems use pumps that circulate water through a ground loop. This loop is installed underground, often in a large body of water, and it absorbs heat from the ground. The pump then circulates the heated water through your home’s heating and cooling system, providing efficient climate control all year round.
Passive Geothermal systems use the energy stored in the Earth’s surface to provide heating and cooling without any mechanical components. The most common type of passive geothermal system is a closed-loop vertical borehole system which extracts heat from underground pipes or wells, transferring it into your home’s heating and cooling system.
The main difference between active and passive Geothermal systems is that active systems require mechanics (e.g., pumps) to transfer heat from beneath the surface of earth while passive systems take advantage of thermal energy stored in the Earth’s surface without any mechanical components. Active systems tend to be more expensive than passive ones, but they can provide higher efficiency levels due to their sophisticated design.
Both active and passive Geothermal systems have a number of benefits when used for heating or cooling your home:
• They can reduce energy costs by up to 70%, providing significant savings on electricity bills;
• They don’t require as much maintenance as other HVAC units;
• They don’t release any emissions;
• They provide consistent temperatures throughout the house;
• They are very quiet in operation, making them ideal for bedrooms;
• And they have long lifespans – up to 25 years!
If you’re considering installing a geothermal system in your home, it’s important to work with an experienced engineer who can design an efficient system tailored specifically for your needs. The Euroheat team has 30 years’ experience in designing hydronic heating & cooling systems for all types of homes – from small apartments to large mansions – so you can be sure that you’re getting quality workmanship that will last for many years to come. With their expertise, you’ll be able to enjoy all the benefits of using geothermal energy without having to worry about costly repairs or maintenance down the line!
