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A stakeholder working group suggests new air conditioner and heat pump efficiency standards could save approximately $38 billion in bill savings and 300 billion kilowatt-hours over 30 years.

The Second Coming of Regional Standards?

New a/c standards would represent a 50 percent jump in efficiency over 2006 standards
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Jen Anesi
February 29, 2016

The ASRAC established the Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Working Group in July 2015; it is the latest of several working groups to successfully create negotiated efficiency standards for industry equipment. Other negotiated rulemakings aided by working groups include walk-in coolers and freezers, regional standards enforcement, and commercial rooftop air conditioners and furnaces. 


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Modine announced its geothermal and water-source heat pump systems have earned the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute AHRI certified mark.

Tax Credits, Fuel Prices Concern Geothermal Manufacturers

Kyle Gargaro
Kyle Gargaro
February 22, 2016

The geothermal industry is acutely aware that government-issued commercial and residential tax credits are set to expire at the end of 2016. Currently, geothermal heat pumps in commercial applications are eligible for a 10 percent income tax credit, and residential applications may receive up to a 30 percent incentive. 


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The hot, dry climates of many regions of the western U.S. make geothermal a tougher sell, because the loop field usually needs to be larger to ensure proper heat transfer. PHOTO Courtesy OF Sound Geothermal Corp.

It’s Not Easy, Going Green

Geothermal struggles for acceptance in some parts of the country
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
February 15, 2016

GHPs may not often be a consumer’s first choice for heating and cooling, but many contractors remain dedicated to the technology, and they’re still finding consumers who want GHPs — even in areas where their benefits are not known as well.


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Experts believe New York City’s geothermal acceptance may serve as an example for future geothermal legislation across the U.S. Photo courtesy of Kenny Louie: http://bit.ly/NYCGEO5

NYC Supports Geo Investments

City council votes to encourage geothermal installations in new construction and retrofit projects
Kostora
Nick Kostora
February 15, 2016

The New York City Council voted unanimously to pass a bill that encourages the installation of geothermal energy and requires that geothermal heat pumps be considered for all new construction and retrofits of city-owned buildings.


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The most important part of any geothermal installation is the design of the system, and that begins with an accurate load calculation. Photo courtesy of WaterFurnace

In Geothermal Designs, Don’t Succumb to Rules of Thumb

Abandon preconceived notions and carefully deliver properly designed loop systems
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
February 15, 2016

As customer interest in geothermal has increased, numerous HVAC contractors have begun offering GHPs as a way to expand their businesses and give their customers another energy-efficient HVAC option. But, while many of these contractors have undergone extensive training and took the time to properly design and install their GHP systems, others may not have been so careful. 


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GEO, IGSHPA Expand Partnership

Organizations share common interest in advancing geothermal/ground-source heat pump industry
January 11, 2016

IGSHPA and GEO will establish a joint task force to coordinate the efforts of the organizations as related to advocacy, research, and promotion of the industry.


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