The following are some tips from several geothermal experts to help get a system off the ground — and into the ground — that is fully optimized.
One of the key considerations to keep in mind when designing and selecting a system is its life cycle costs, noted James E. Bose, Ph.D., P.E., executive director of the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA). “Is there a reasonable payback?” he asked. “Other things, such as available space, etc., will certainly have to be considered.”