What is a Geothermal Heat Pump?
A heat pump is a mechanical device used for heating and cooling which operates on the principle that heat can be moved from a warmer temperature to a cooler temperature. A geothermal heat pump uses the earth to provide warmth in the winter and cool us in the summer. A geothermal heat pump operates just like your refrigerator. If you put your hand behind your frig, you’ll feel the heat that has been removed from the food inside the refrigerator. Geothermal heat pumps use the same principle to move heat to and from the home and the ground.