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Donal B. Lloyd
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PixyJack Press
A straight-talking book on why ground-source heat pumps (GHPs) are the best choice for heating and cooling new or existing homes in any climate and how this reliable, silent, non-polluting way of extracting free energy from the earth saves money year after year.
Ideal for homeowners, anyone training for the geothermal industry, and home-building partners (architects, builders, lenders, inspectors), Geo Power explains the various GHP system options and why installing a geothermal system is a smart investment. Then author Don Lloyd goes one step further and provides insights into the simple science of this proven heat-pump technology.
- Geothermal system options: open loop vs. closed earth loops; either horizontal or vertical, for water-to-water or water-to-air HVAC systems.
- Important money concerns: costs, tax credits, payback time, increased home values.
- Earth Smart Home profiles from around the country.
- Incorporating solar electricity.
- Understanding the basic principles of heat pumps and how super-efficiencies are achieved.
- Performance standards, ratings, and warranties.
- Careers: joining the industry.
- Extensive appendix.
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