As a property manager, it’s your job to make sure costs are kept at a minimum. Have you thought about installing a geothermal or solar energy system? Are you confused about the difference between the two? Don’t be! Solar energy and geothermal energy systems are completely different and actually work well when implemented together. The following breaks it down.
From the Sun or the Earth
Most people know that solar energy comes from the sun. Each day when the sun is shining, solar panels soak up the energy that is used to power a building. The power can be used for anything that a building would typically need electrical power to run.
In contrast, geothermal energy comes from the earth. If you were to go outside and dig a hole about six feet deep, you’d find soil that sits at 50 degrees year-round. A geothermal system uses that steady temperature to send heat into the building during winter months. In the same way, hot air is sent back down to the earth to keep the building cool during summer.
How the Two Work Together
As you can see, geothermal and solar energy systems do not exactly perform the same function. They do both provide a less expensive form of energy but in two different ways. That’s why they’re great when implemented together.
Geothermal energy does require a small amount of electricity. With a solar energy system installed, that power doesn’t have to come from the electric company. Instead, it can come right from the solar panels on your building. Together, the carbon footprint that your building would normally make could become eliminated altogether.
Getting Started With Your System
Saving the environment takes the dedication of everyone on the planet. Do your part by implementing alternative energy systems that work. To learn more about geothermal energy and how a system can work together with a solar energy system, contact Chesapeake Geosystems today by calling 410-489-1712 or sending an email and speak with a professional.
