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Geothermal systems are highly efficient.
The only outside energy required is for components of the geothermal unit. Half of the energy from the sun that hits the earth every day is absorbed by the ground. The result is that the ground remains at a constant temperature of between 10 and 15 Degrees C all year round at a depth of six feet below the surface. A geothermal system consists of a geothermal unit, generally located in the basement of a house, which is connected to a Ground Loop that is buried in the earth. Water circulating through the loop pipe absorbs the heat from the ground and takes it back into the house. The geothermal unit transfers the heat to air that is drawn through the unit and blows the warm air around the house using standard air ducts. Alternatively, the heat is distributed through pipes containing water for infloor heating. In the summer, the process reverses. Heat is taken from the air in the house and put in the ground, which is now cooler than the air.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 9y agoGeothermal heating is usually where water is run through layers of the earth and the water is used to obtain a desired temperature used to heat your home or area that you would like to be heated.
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∙ 12y agoheat under the ground used to heat water and make steam to turn generator turbines and make electricity.
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What does not use the sun's energy in any way?
Geothermal
What is the temp of a hot spring?
Can be anywhere from warm (90 F) to boiling (212F). Depends on the geothermal energy heating the water, how much water flows through the heating area (more is cooler) and how far the water travels. Some hot springs in Alaska are comfortable to swim in, some is Iceland are so hot you can cook eggs in them.
Which is a renewable energy source?
Geothermal ( apex )
What are the main uses of geothermal energy?
Geothermal energy is a renewable and inexpensive way to heat homes and businesses. It is useful mostly for those in the immediate are of the source, however.
Which is not evidence of geothermal energy?
Earthquakes
Can geothermal heating cause excessive humidity?
No.
Is there a site where can I buy more info on geothermal heating and cooling?
There are a lot of resources online where you can obtain information on geothermal heating and cooling. One such website is http://geothermal-pa.com/. In reviewing this site, I noticed a wealth of information regarding "green" ways to heat a building as well as various articles on this same topic of geothermal heating and cooling.
Are there any harmful waste proucts in geothermal heating?
no
What do we use geothermal for?
Heating and cooling houses.Generating electricity.
Can Geothermal pumps can be used for heating or cooling?
cooling
Where can one find information on geothermal heating and cooling?
The best information on geothermal heating and cooling will come from your local heating and cooling professional, who will evaluate your situation and help determine what product is right for you. There are many websites that offer general information on geothermal heating and cooling as well, including Earth Comfort, Geo Comfort and Energy Star.
What are the direct uses of geothermal heating?
geohermal is used as heating for homes and other products of the earth
What are some fact about geothermal energy?
it is used for cooking and heating.
Why is heating cheap in Iceland?
Because they use geothermal energy.
What do we use geothermal energy for?
Heating and cooling houses.Generating electricity.
What sentence can you write with the word geothermal energy?
Geothermal energy is becoming one of the most popular ways of heating your home.
Where can I find out more about geothermal heating and cooling?
There are many sources of information on geothermal heating and cooling, but I would start here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geothermal_heating You can also find videos about it on youtube.
