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What is GEOTHERMAL ENERGY, and how can it help you?

Solar radiation is what creates geothermal energy. It builds up in the ground. It can be used to heat residential properties. You can also use this energy source:

• Reservoirs, both industrial and natural.

• Heat loss

• Geothermal probes

As you can see, geothermal heating and cooling at home use the natural warmth of the planet. These systems were first used in the 1970s. They are now common in Western Europe and the USA. The heat from the Baltic Sea heats apartment buildings in Sweden, for example. Geothermal energy is a rare source of energy. Alternative sources of heat are the warmth from the planet.

SYSTEM COMPOSITION

A geothermal heating system for homes consists of heat pumps and heat exchangers. They are joined by an antifreeze, which is a non-toxic and harmless liquid. It circulates in the circuit pipe and captures heat energy from the ground. Heat pump evaporators transfer the antifreeze energy to the refrigerant. It cools down to about 3 degrees.

A compressor is used to increase the temperature of the refrigerant. The condenser converts the heat energy from the substance to the water in the house's heating system. It can also be used in heat storage tanks to heat domestic water.

This system's efficiency is largely dependent on its local climate. The degree of global warming will also play a major role in the system's efficiency. A low heat content will make it ineligible for heating. The soil temperature should not fall below +5 to +7 degrees. Connecting to the "Warm Floor" system is the best way to go.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Geothermal heating works by capturing heat from soil or water and transferring it to the heating system in a building. This type of energy production has become increasingly popular in Moscow due to rising tariffs for traditional energy carriers. The earth's surface acts as an air conditioner during summer and as a heating source in winter.

To collect the heat, the earth's thermal energy is collected by a heat exchanger or special circuit. It is made from a pipe and placed underground, in rocks or water bodies. Installation methods vary. Vertically drilling wells are the most popular. These wells are known as geothermal. Even small land parcels can be considered for this option. This circuit is more efficient than a horizontal one.