Geolämpöjärjestelmä

Geolämpöjärjestelmä, often referred to as geothermal heating and cooling system, is a technology that utilizes the stable temperature of the Earth's crust for heating and cooling buildings. This system works by exchanging heat with the ground, which maintains a relatively constant temperature year-round, typically between 7 to 15 degrees Celsius depending on latitude. The core component of a geolämpöjärjestelmä is a ground heat exchanger, which consists of a network of pipes buried underground. A fluid, usually a mixture of water and antifreeze, circulates through these pipes. In winter, the fluid absorbs heat from the warmer ground and carries it to a heat pump located inside the building. The heat pump then concentrates this heat and transfers it to the building's heating system. In summer, the process is reversed. The heat pump extracts heat from the building and transfers it to the fluid circulating in the ground pipes, effectively cooling the building by dissipating the heat into the cooler earth. Geolämpöjärjestelmä offers an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional heating and cooling methods, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. The initial installation cost can be higher than conventional systems, but the long-term operational savings and reduced environmental impact make it an attractive option for many property owners.