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The last part of this three-part series focuses on geothermal energy systems used in HVACR applications
July 1, 2023
In Part 3 of this three-part series, learn about closed-loop, open-loop and direct-exchange geothermal systems. The geothermal provisions addressed in the Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code are the industry’s most advanced and updated provisions.
A geo-exchange system either extracts energy from the ground for heating or pumps it back into the ground for cooling. Energy companies and large construction firms can use this technology to help decarbonize our buildings and remain profitable. BF Nagy describes a few such North American projects in this month’s column.
The effort focuses on adoption of U.S. national standards, developed jointly with the Modular Building Institute, to provide greater efficiency and easier access to affordable housing.