Geothermal Simulator

In heating mode, heat is extracted from the fluid in the earth connection by the geothermal heat pump and distributed to the home or building -- typically through a system of air ducts. Cooler air from the building is returned to the geothermal heat pump, where it cools the fluid flowing to the earth connection. The fluid is then re-warmed as it flows through the earth connection.  

In cooling mode, the process is reversed. The relatively cool fluid from the earth connection absorbs heat from the building and transfers it to the ground.  

Try operating your own geothermal system, for free! This simulator illustrates the geothermal loops operating in summer and winter. Temperatures shown are typical for Maryland. 

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