GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS (GSHP)
Ground Source Heat Pump systems collect low-grade heat from just below the ground’s surface to produce energy through a series of pipes. A heat exchanger is used to ‘compress’ energy, producing a higher grade of heat that can be used to heat both buildings and hot water systems.
GSHP systems can provide considerable energy and cost savings over its lifespan. It is completely carbon neutral in its operation and can be a viable alternative for many residential and commercial buildings.
The Ground Source Heat Pump system supplements a buildings energy use, drawing on energy from this source when available and using traditional energy means when additional energy is required.
Photovoltaic Systems (PV)
Photovoltaic systems convert the sun’s light directly into electricity providing efficiencies in the region of 15%.
Solar Hot Water (SHW)
Solar Hot Water systems use the sun’s energy to heat hot water through solar collection panels.
Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHP)
Ground Source Heat Pump systems collect low-grade heat from just below the ground’s surface to produce energy through a series of pipes.
Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Air Source Heat Pump systems take the natural heat within the air and heats it further through the use of a process similar to that used in refrigeration.
Exhaust Air Heat Pumps (EAHP)
Exhaust Air Heat Pump systems extract air via ductwork that is connected to warm areas of a building such as kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms.
Biomass
Biomass is produced from organic materials, either directly from plants or indirectly from industrial, domestic or agricultural products. It is also called ‘bio energy or bio fuels’.
Wind Turbines
wind provides a significant source of energy and Wind Turbines can harness this, supplementing traditional energy production and use.