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HomeEnergySaver – $10,000

Purchase and install a new ground source heat pump in Ontario to receive up to $10,000.

Keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer while saving energy with a new ground source heat pump system from your local GeoSmart dealer.

The HomeEnergySaver program offers incentives to Ontario homeowners with electrically heated homes located in eligible areas (see below) to purchase and install a ground source heat pump.

What are heat pumps?

Heat pumps are energy efficient and environmentally friendly heating and cooling systems that can help save energy.

Energy efficient and environmentally friendly, ground source heat pumps are becoming an increasingly popular option to heat and cool homes. This guide will help you understand how ground source heat pumps work, get familiar with their features and ask the right questions to decide if you should make the switch.

Why should I consider a ground source heat pump?

A heat pump is an all-in-one heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) solution for every season. It’s a high-efficiency system that extracts heat energy from the air and moves it either inside or outside your home.

If you’re considering making the switch to a heat pump, here are some key benefits to keep in mind.

They are energy efficient

Moving heat takes a lot less energy than generating it. This is why ground source heat pumps are much more efficient than systems that use combustion to produce heat (such as burning oil, gas or propane), or that generate heat through electric resistance (such as electric baseboards or electric furnaces).

They are versatile

Heat pumps don’t just heat. They also cool, dehumidify and filter dust and allergens from the air—keeping your home comfortable year round.

They are environmentally sustainable

Ground source heat pumps use less energy, which means lower greenhouse gas emissions, making them an HVAC option that’s better for the planet.

They are cost-effective

A more energy-efficient heating and cooling system can put more money in your pocket. When switching to a ground source heat pump, your energy savings will depend on many factors, such as the overall energy efficiency of your home, what type of system you’re switching from, and more. Your GeoSmart HVAC contractor should be able to help you make an informed decision about the most cost-effective choice for your home.

They are flexible

Ground source heat pump systems with zoning can keep different rooms in your home at different temperatures. And with both ducted and ductless varieties, ground source heat pumps are flexible enough to work in most homes to ensure maximum comfort.

The most efficient type of heat pump

Geothermal/ground-source heat pumps

Absorb and transfer heat from the ground.
Benefit from a consistent underground temperature.
Use half the energy of ASHP.
Can heat your home on the coldest day of the year with no backup.
Simple and cost effective excavation to install.

Water-source heat pumps

Absorb and transfer heat from a nearby body of water, such as a lake or pond.

How do ground source heat pumps work?

Ground source heat pumps are a very common heat pump choice for residential heating and cooling. Here’s how they work.

A typical ground source heat pump is made up of a simple underground loop system connected to an indoor heat pump unit. In the winter, the heat pump unit absorbs its heat from the underground loop and transfers it to a refrigerant circuit. A combination of temperature and pressure transforms this refrigerant into a gas. The gas then passes through a compressor to increase its temperature further, and the resulting heat is transferred into your home through ductwork.

This process reverses in the summer. The heat pump absorbs heat from inside your home and transfers it to the underground loop, becoming the most efficient and high-efficiency air conditioner and dehumidifier available today.

Worried about Ontario winters?

Unlike an air source heat pump that can’t produce enough heat when it is cold outside, a ground source heat pump is not affected by outdoor air temperature. No matter what is happening outside, the ground source unit has a stable source of energy underground, allowing it to efficiently heat your home even if it is -50C outside!

What to consider before buying

If you’re considering a ground source heat pump for your home, there are a few important questions to ask yourself.

What’s involved in making the switch?

Installing a heat pump is more complex than simply replacing your existing furnace, boiler, baseboards, or other HVAC system. It may involve modifying ductwork and wiring, as well as finding space for your underground loop system.

If you live in an older home, you should install other energy-efficiency measures first to reduce your heating load. This could include new insulation, air sealing and more. By limiting heat loss from air leaks or thin insulation, you’ll get the most out of your heat pump and may even be able to opt for a smaller, more affordable unit.

Two stage or variable speed?

A two-stage heat pump is the most basic system available. It uses a simple on/off cycle that is triggered when the temperature dips below a set point, if the temperature dips more, then it increases to second stage allowing it to deliver more heat. This give you very good temperature control.

A variable-speed heat pump is the most advanced system available. It is able to monitor and adjust to a full range of speeds to maintain the desired indoor temperature. Since it only uses as much power as it needs, it is the most energy-efficient option.

Are rebates available?

Be sure to check for other provincial or federal programs that offset the cost of energy-efficiency upgrades for homeowners.

Did you know?

Ground Source Heat pump technology has been around for a long time. In fact, it has been almost 100 years since the first water source heat pump was used for space heating.

Eligible Areas for Ground Source Heat Pump Incentive in Ontario:

Barrie/Muskoka	L0M, L3V, L4M, L4N, P0A, P0B, P0C, P0E, P0G, P0K, P1H, P1L, P1P, P2A
Elmira	N0B, N3B
Kenora	P0X, P9N
Kingston Area	K7G, K7K, K7L, K7M, K7N, K7P
Mississauga/Brampton	L5C, L5E, L6Z
Niagara Region	L0S, L2A, L2E, L2G, L2H, L2J, L2M, L2N, L2P, L2R, L2S, L2T, L2V, L2W, L3B, L3C, L3K, L3M, N1A, portions of L0R
Ottawa	K1A, K1B, K1C, K1E, K1G, K1H, K1J, K1K, K1L, K1M, K1N, K1P, K1R, K1S, K1T, K1V, K1W, K1X, K1Y, K1Z, K2A, K2B, K2C, K2E, K2G, K2H, K2J, K2K, K2L, K2M, K2P, K2R, K2S, K2T, K2V, K2W, K4A, K4B, K4M, K4P
Pembroke Area	K8A, K8B, K8H
Peterborough/Belleville	K0J, K0L, K0M, K8N, K8P, K8V
Southern Huron Perth	N0K, N0L, N0M, N4X

Toronto	M5E, M5H, M5J, M5K, M5L, M5M, M5N, M5P, M5T, M5V, M6A, M6B, M6C, M6E, M6G, M6H, M6J, M6K, M6L, M6M, M6N, M6P, M6S, M8V, M8W, M8X, M8Y, M8Z, M9A, M9B, M9C, M1P, M4M, M4A, M4C, M1V, M2M, M1B, M1G, M4N, M4R, M9L, M4G, M1X, M2H, M3H, M1L, M5A, M5G, M9R, M9V, M9W, M4Y, M4V, M1C, M1E, M1H, M1J, M1K, M1M, M1N, M1R, M1S, M1T, M1W, M2J, M2K, M2L, M2N, M2P, M2R, M3A, M3B, M3C, M3J, M3K, M3L, M3M, M3N, M4B, M4E, M4H, M4J, M4K, M4L, M4P, M4S, M4T, M4W, M4X, M5B, M5C, M5R, M5S, M5W, M5X, M6R, M7A, M7Y, M9M, M9N, M9P
Waubaushene	L0K, L0L, L4R, L9M
Windsor Essex	N0P, N0R, N8H, N8M, N8N, N8P, N8R, N8S, N8T, N8V, N8W, N8X, N8Y, N9A, N9B, N9C, N9E, N9G, N9H, N9J, N9K, N9V, N9Y
York Region	L3R, L3T, L4B, L4C, L4S, L6B, L6C, L6E, L3P, L4E, L7B, L4H, L4K, L0J, L4L, L4C, L7B, L6A, L3L, L4G, L4J, L6G

October 3, 2024

LogisVert Efficient Homes Program

Financial assistance to use energy more wisely.

The concept is simple: get financial assistance after implementing energy‑efficiency measures. It’s an effective way to reduce your electricity use and contribute to Québec’s clean energy transition.

Geothermal heat pump

Receive $750 per 1,000 BTU/h when you purchase and install a geothermal heat pump. You could save 65% to 75% on your heating costs!

Benefits of participating in the LogisVert Efficient Homes Program

Receive financial assistance

for implementing energy-efficiency measures.

Maximize the financial assistance

you could receive by combining efficiency measures.

Easily manage and follow up on your applications

through a simple user‑friendly web portal.

Contribute to Québec’s clean energy transition

by reducing energy waste.

April 3, 2024
Innovative Leaders in Geothermal Solutions

GEOSMART ENERGY

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Innovative Leaders in Geothermal Solutions

As commercial business and private citizens in developed nations lay hold of an ever-increasing stance in the progression of corporate responsibility it bodes extremely well for the enrichment of the renewables sector. Canadian enterprises such as GeoSmart Energy of Cambridge, Ontario are leading the way with innovative, cutting-edge geothermal energy technologies that stand to have game-changing effects on an ever-widening scale.

Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and naturally stored in the Earth. Thermal energy is the energy that determines the temperature of matter. Geothermal energy of the Earth’s crust originates from the very formation of the planet. Geothermal energy is clean and sustainable with resources ranging from the shallow ground to hot water and hot rock found a few miles beneath the Earth’s surface.

The Canadian Business Journal recently spoke with GeoSmart VP Sales & Marketing Chad Brezynskie about how his company is helping to spearhead what is destined to be a healthier and more efficient future for everyone thanks in large part to technical innovation.

In 2005, the bulk of GeoSmart’s business was found in rural areas. By 2010, the industry hit a peak with various incentive programs, which led to a considerably higher percentage of installations in urban areas, although rural still accounted for the lion’s share of the clients. Today, almost 100% of GeoSmart’s business is back to being rural.

Over the past six years Brezynskie and the team at GeoSmart have been aggressively pursuing rural areas that are not serviced by natural gas because of a huge disparity in energy costs.

“We focused on rural areas because that’s really where geothermal started; areas where you can have the lowest cost of installation doing horizontal loop systems, which is your lowest cost of inflation,” he says. “They are areas that have an acreage where we can dig the loop and areas that don’t have natural gas. Those rural areas often would be serviced by oil heat or propane heat – conventional systems or even electric heat. We’ve got the lowest capital cost to install the system and the highest energy savings. We can save a customer anywhere from 60% to 70% in those scenarios.”

GeoSmart is equipped with a widespread network of heating contractors that are able to take the company’s products to market. In-depth training is also provided to all contractors to ensure the successful installation and maintenance of the equipment.

An incentive program for the eco-energy program known as the EnerGuide for Houses program was originally unveiled by the Liberal government. When the Conservatives formed the government there was a rebranded, all-inclusive retrofit eco-energy program that was primarily geared towards high-energy consuming households that were in dire need of windows and doors, insulation and upgraded heating systems. Brezynskie says it’s a program that helped springboard the industry forward. With any sort of parity in energy costs, incentives or not, Brezynskie feels GeoSmart has an excellent business case for selling and installing top-of-the-line geothermal equipment.

“When the grants ended we were at a point in time when there was a huge disparity in energy prices where it was really starting to rear its ugly head. So we had natural gas prices that were essentially just about the lowest they’ve ever been in the history of natural gas,” says Brezynskie.

Over the last five or six years there has been a noticeable lack of government support towards renewables – and specifically towards geothermal heating and cooling systems. All the while there has been a disparity in energy costs that has continued to grow. However, as Brezynskie notes, the positive news is that consumers are starting to see adjustments in electricity prices.

“We’ve got a full line of residential and commercial product that can be applied to anything you’re your typical residential single family home to multi-level, high story condos or manufacturing facilities or anywhere that you have to move energy around and we have the equipment to do it. We’ve done ice hockey rinks, churches and community centres and town halls,” he says.

As a percentage, Brezynskie estimates it’s an 80-20 breakdown of residential to commercial although GeoSmart does have a full line of commercial product available. There is also an enormous amount of technical expertise that yields results in collaborative efforts between engineers and architects on larger commercial projects.

Game-changing Technology

The disparity of energy costs is something that is out of the hands of GeoSmart. But what the company can control is the ability to source, develop and promote the optimal technologies that use the least amount of that energy.

GeoSmart found a European manufacturer that is now building the GeoSmart NetZero product line. It’s a product that has just launched this year and it is achieving energy efficiencies significantly higher than any other system that the company has ever sold before.

“In the GeoSmart NetZero product line we’ve got a hydronic system that has the ability to generate 5kW of output energy for every kilowatt that it consumes. In the hydronic product lines that we sold in the past we’ve had equipment that was generating maybe 3.2kW of electricity for every kilowatt that we paid for to run the system, so it’s a huge increase in energy efficiency that we’ve just brought to market this year. We believe it’s a game changer,” reveals Brezynskie.

The North American market has never ever seen anything like the GeoSmart NetZero product line before. It has the ability to provide full heating capacity and full active cooling capacity and an ability to do passive cooling, which means that a compressor does not need to run.

“We’re just moving fluid from the ground loop system directly to the cooling side of things for air conditioning. It has the ability to heat a swimming pool as a by-product of air conditioning the house. When you air condition your house you’re dumping a bunch of heat. With a conventional air conditioner system you dump it outside, but with a conventional geothermal system you’re dumping it to a ground loop and with the GeoSmart NetZero product we can dump that energy to heat your swimming pool,” explains Brezynskie.

“It’s going into the marketplace as we speak. The GeoSmart NetZero product line is a fully modulating, variable speed geothermal heating and cooling system. The compressor modulates from 25% up to 100% capacity. This can be in a residential or commercial application. It’s unlike anything that anyone has ever seen here in North America,” continues Brezynskie.

The 10,000-square foot facility in Cambridge is set up in such a way that it can easily adapt to scale up if need be. Scaling up seems like a distinct possibility given that GeoSmart has diversified its business base and is starting to bring in new products that complements the technology that is being sold to the market now.

There have been a lot of ups and downs within the industry in recent years but Brezynskie firmly believes they are now at the very beginning of what looks to be long-term scalable growth opportunities.

“In the past we went through a period of instability but we’re at a point now where the government and certainly global leaders are looking at the environment realizing that significant changes need to be implemented or we’re not going to have a world to carry on,” notes Brezynskie.

The use of fossil fuels – whether it’s pumping at the gas station or heating a home with natural gas – results in a carbon tax for burning that fuel. The tax revenue generated, including industrial cap and trade limits, led to the government raising about $500 million. The proceeds go towards initiatives to help solve climate change and help reduce the world’s reliance on fossil fuels, feeding back into the geothermal heat pump industry, among other initiatives.

The Ontario government has gone on record saying it needs to spend $4 billion to $6 billion to help drive technological innovation to curb climate change. If the government holds true to pledged commitments it stands to reason that geothermal will be very robust, with GeoSmart playing a significant role in the overall progression.

The geothermal industry has a number of well-defined associations that are helping to drive the business forward. “There is The Ontario Geothermal Association where my business partner Stan Marco sits on the board of directors and nationally there is The Canadian GeoExchange Coalition, where I am a board member. We do our part at GeoSmart to move the industry along and look to be leaders,” adds Brezynskie.

With the NetZero product, GeoSmart Energy is now successfully penetrating into the U.S. market. Just recently the company was at a geothermal conference in New York where its technologies were very well received by manufacturers, contractors and distributors.

“For the past decade we’ve been a market leader and we continue to maintain a very significant part of the market share here in Canada. We believe that as the market grows we’ll continue to maintain and grow that market share. It’s scary as well because of the amount of the potential for the amount of government support that’s coming – but it’s a good scary,” says Brezynskie.

www.geosmartenergy.com

July 5, 2017
Install geothermal loop systems designed for tomorrow’s needs

PE100

When it comes to geothermal installations, two things make good business sense. Selecting the right sized equipment and loop systems to maximize heating and cooling efficiency, and installing loop systems designed to meet not only today’s needs but those in the future as well.

It’s not rocket science. Regardless of the size or type of heat pump they feed into, geothermal loop systems are made to last. The sturdy high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe that winds through the open and closed loop systems used in our industry carries warranties of up to 55 years.

That means thirty or forty years from now, when a home or business owner wants to upgrade to a newer heat pump, they should be able to do so with the confidence that their existing loop system will be able to support what will surely be a more efficient pump given our ever evolving technology.

As contractors, drillers and installers, we should all take pride in making sure we’re designing the right system for the business or homeowner from the outset. And that includes not only ensuring the systems we design heat the entire home or business, but that they also take into consideration future heating and cooling needs.

Consider the open and closed loop systems used in geothermal installations. Regardless of where someone lives or works in Canada, the average home or business experiences a heat loss of about 60,000 BTUs and therefore requires a 5-tonne geothermal system to heat or cool the entire building. The size of the equipment and the characteristics of the property help determine whether or not an open or closed loop system is used.

Open Loop System

Open loop systems are often the loop system of choice on properties that have an existing water well. The key determining factor is quantity. It’s important that the water well has the capacity to support the geothermal system beyond the existing domestic requirements of the building (eg. the water used for drinking, flushing toilets, showers, washing clothes, etc.). Open loop systems need two gallons per minute of water per nominal tonne; therefore a 5-tonne geothermal system would need ten US gallons per minute over and above domestic water requirements at peak times. If the average household uses eight gallons of water per minute for domestic use, then the well would need to supply 18 gallons of water per minute to be effective.

It’s not unusual with the installation of open loop systems to have to upgrade the building’s existing pump and pressure systems to accommodate the additional load generated by the geothermal system. This type of loop system generally calls for hiring a licensed groundwater specialist to drill a second well. Groundwater is drawn from an aquifer through the supply well and pumped into the heat pump, while discharged water from the heat pump is redirected into the second well and back into the same aquifer.

Closed Loop System

In cases where an open loop system isn’t feasible, a closed loop system can be used instead. In closed loop systems, a continuous geothermal loop is placed in the ground either horizontally or vertically, depending on the expanse of the property. Heat transfer fluid re-circulates through the loop with both ends connected to the heat pump in the building and absorbs the natural heating and cooling properties from the earth.

A 5-tonne geothermal system would require a minimum of 5,000 square feet of ground space for a horizontal loop. In this case, a continuous loop of pipe is buried five to six feet below the ground. This is an ideal system from a cost and simplicity standpoint.

When the land space isn’t available, a vertical loop system can be used instead. Given the type of drilling equipment needed to install a vertical loop system, this approach is more expensive than the horizontal loop system. Depending on the property conditions and available equipment, a 5-tonne geothermal system would require between 900 – 1200 feet of drilling to accommodate about 1800 feet of continuously looped HDPE pipe. The ideal approach is to drill two 455 foot holes to maximize heat transferability from the ground to the pipe (allow five feet for hook-up). Generally speaking this would have more heat transfer value than drilling 10-90 foot holes and is less invasive to the property.

I prefer to install 1 ¼” pipe in vertical loops because it provides greater heat exchange. However, I also appreciate that our GeoSmart DeltaBase 95GT drill rig is one of the few in the country capable of drilling 450 foot holes (900 feet of drilling). If the capacity of the drilling equipment available is limited or the terrain affects how deep you can drill, it may be necessary to drill as many as twelve 100 foot holes (1200 feet of drilling) and use the smaller ¾” pipe to obtain the same heat exchange as the larger pipe.

The trend is moving towards longer loops to support the higher efficiency heat pumps hitting the market. And as efficient as our geothermal systems are today, we know they’ll be even more so in 30 to 40 years. So be generous when installing loop systems today.

The right heat pump, the right loop system and the right-sized pipe will meet the heating and cooling needs of the entire house or business both now and in the future, ultimately generating proud and satisfied customers and reflecting well on the industry.

About Stan Marco

Stan Marco’s footprint on the geothermal market across Canada and the United States to date has been profound. Widely

GeoSmart CEO, Stan Marco

recognized as one of North America’s most experienced geothermal specialists, it was Stan’s experience as a homeowner that led him into one of the fastest growing sustainable energy industries.

Three decades ago, Stan was among the first homeowners in Manitoba to install a geothermal heat pump in his home. Intrigued by a technology that had the capacity to work in one of Canada’s coldest cities, he launched his career in the industry.

Now, he is among the geothermal industry’s most well-respected and highly sought after knowledge experts and educators. His company, GeoSmart Energy, based in Cambridge, Ontario, is the largest non-manufacturing-based distributor of geothermal products in Canada and the training offered through his GeoSmart Energy Academy is considered an industry best. Thanks to innovative thinking and an unparalleled commitment to homeowner and contractor satisfaction, Stan’s influence as an industry leader is reflected in the practices and principles widely used within the geothermal market today.

Stan is the recipient of the CGC’s Lifetime Leadership Award.

December 21, 2015
Québec: New Green Retrofit Tax Credit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Novemebr 1, 2013

Québec: New Green Retrofit Tax Credit topped at $10,000

Quebec Government announced on October 7, 2013 the establishment of a 20 % green income tax credit for the replacement of fossil fuel heating systems with renewable energy systems such as geothermal heat pumps. The maximum tax credit is set at $10,000. For example, a $25,000 geothermal heat pump system could qualify for a $5,000 income tax credit.

The program requires the geothermal heat pump installation to be performed by a CGC qualified firm and the system to be certified by the Canadien GeoExchange Coalition (CGC). The tax credit will be in place for a period of one year, starting October 7, 2013.

In December 2012, the Quebec Government increased the financial assistance offered through its Rénoclimat program. For the replacement of residential heating systems using heating oil or propane, the financial assistance was increased to $5,365. For the replacement of electric baseboards or electric furnaces, the financial assistance was increased to $2,115. The normative framework of the Rénoclimat program is scheduled to end on December 18, 2015. Also, ground source heat pump installations must be CGC certified to receive the Rénoclimat grants.

The same geothermal heat pump installation qualifies for both the Rénoclimat grants and for the new green income tax credit.

Click here to consult the Rénoclimat normative framework (available in French only).

Click here to consult the tax credit information bulletin.

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GeoSmart Energy is a leading geothermal heating and cooling supplier to residential and commercial markets. As one of the largest purveyors of geothermal technology and training, GeoSmart is continually asked globally for their knowledge and geothermal implementation expertise. Visit us at www.geosmartenergy.com

Media Contacts:

Chad Brezynskie, VP Sales & Marketing
GeoSmart Energy
1-650 Jamieson Parkway, Cambridge, ON N3C 0A5
t: 866.310.6690
f: 866.533.3889
cbrezynskie@geosmartenergy.com

June 11, 2012
GeoSmart Energy Launches Innovative PremiumV Variable Capacity Inverter Heat Pump

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Novemebr 18, 2013

GeoSmart Energy Launches Innovative PremiumV Variable Capacity Inverter Heat Pump
GeoSmart unveils state of the art 5.3 COP inverter heat pump to Geothermal Specialists at training course in Cambridge, ON.

Cambridge, ON – GeoSmart Energy, a Canadian leader in the geothermal heat pump market, today launched it’s most efficient and innovative product yet. The PremiumV series variable capacity inverter heat pump represents a quantum leap forward in technology integration, efficiency and comfort.

With efficiencies in the heating mode of up to 530%, homeowners can enjoy dramatic efficiency gains over conventional heating and cooling systems. But the real advantage of this new product is comfort. With the ability to soft start, and operate at as low as 20% output, the system scales its capacity up or down based on current weather conditions and the homeowners desired comfort level. The result is a system that operates quieter and at a higher comfort level than ever before.

“I’ve been in this industry for several decades and have never seen such a dramatic advancement in geothermal technology,” says Stan Marco, CEO, GeoSmart Energy. “This variable capacity inverter system is something we have talked about for years as the ultimate geothermal solution; I am pleased that we are one of the first to bring it to market.”

To compliment the new variable capacity inverter heat pump, GeoSmart Energy also launched its variable speed ground loop circulator, and an all new intelligent zoning system that can communicate the comfort requirements of up to 6 independent zones in the home back to the PremiumV variable capacity inverter control system.

GeoSmart Energy’s geothermal heating and cooling systems tap into the free and renewable energy stored in the earth. By simply moving heat energy to or from the home and earth through a ground loop system, our systems achieve efficiency levels that fossil fuel furnaces or air conditioners are unable to reach.

To learn more please visit GeoSmart Energy at www.geosmartenergy.com.

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GeoSmart Energy is a leading geothermal heating and cooling supplier to residential and commercial markets. As one of the largest purveyors of geothermal technology and training, GeoSmart is continually asked globally for their knowledge and geothermal implementation expertise. To stay current on GeoSmart Energy news and updates please connect with us on Twitter (@geosmartenergy) or like us on Facebook.

Related Links:
GeoSmart Energy – www.geosmartenergy.com
PremiumV – https://geosmart.sandyklieb.com/geothermal-energy/geothermal-products/forced-air/premium-v.html
How Geothermal Works – https://geosmart.sandyklieb.com/flash/geo_HowItWorks_Oct25.swf
Social Media – www.facebook.com/geosmartenergy | https://www.twitter.com/geosmartenergy
GeoSmart Energy YouTube Channel – http://www.youtube.com/user/geosmartenergy

Media Contacts:
Chad Brezynskie, Vice-President, Sales & Marketing
GeoSmart Energy
1-650 Jamieson Parkway, Cambridge, ON N3C 0A5
t: 866.310.6690
f: 866.533.3889
cbrezynskie@geosmartenergy.com

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June 11, 2012
GeoSmart’s New Multi Loop and Pump Handler Fast & Efficient

GeoSmart introduces state-of-the-art compact multi-loop feeder and pump puller to North American drilling industry at CanWell conference in Hamilton, ON.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 23, 2012

Cambridge, ON – GeoSmart Energy is elevating the Canadian geothermal drilling industry to a new level of efficiency with its recent acquisition of a new time-saving multi loop and pump handler designed specifically for geothermal drilling applications, but with additional applications for the water well industries. Compact and powerful, the GeoSmart Push’N Pull simplifies the installation of geothermal pipes in vertical drill applications, saving time, money and manual labour.

“GeoSmart is proud to bring this innovative new drilling equipment to Canada where it’s destined to have a profound impact on geothermal drilling installations across North America,” says Stan Marco, President and CEO, GeoSmart Energy and GeoSmart Drilling Services. “Geothermal drillers will appreciate its ‘push’ factor for inserting pipe while water well drillers will love its ‘pull’ factor for extracting pumps from the ground.”

Manufactured in the United Kingdom, the Push’N Pull virtually eliminates the need for three-man teams during the drilling and installation of 1¼” geothermal pipes. It simplifies the process by generating the power of four men and allowing for the simultaneous installation of the pipe and
grout tremie line at the same time.

“What was previously taking us two hours to do, we can now do in as little as a half hour and with just a two-man crew,” says Paul Catton, drilling manager with GeoSmart Drilling Services. “It’s not only cost-effective, but easy to use, making the installation of geothermal pipe a much more efficient process.”

The Push’ N Pull, multi loop and pump handler will safely clamp into the breakout table in most existing drill rigs in a matter of minutes and runs off the rig’s existing hydraulics making it easy to operate. Weighing just 80 kilograms, the powerful multi loop and pump handler will both push and pull so that pipe can easily be extracted from the hole in the event of a blockage.

“The installation of 1¼” pipe during vertical drills on residential properties is considered best practice in terms of geothermal pump efficiency but can be challenging to do given the size and weight of the pipe and depth of the hole,” says Marco. “This piece of equipment supports best practice by eliminating the manual labour power previously required to support the installation of larger geothermal pipes.”

GeoSmart Drilling Services is the North American distributor for the GeoSmart Push’N Pull.

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GeoSmart Energy is a leading geothermal heating and cooling supplier to residential and commercial markets. As one of the largest purveyors of geothermal technology and training, GeoSmart is continually asked globally for their knowledge and geothermal implementation expertise. Visit us at www.geosmartenergy.com

Media Contacts:

Robert J. Longphee, Director, Marketing & National Business Development
GeoSmart Energy
290 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1T 1Z6
t: 866.310.6690
f: 866.533.3889
rlongphee@geosmartenergy.com

May 23, 2012
GeoSmart Drill Rig Makes Its Mark at Canwell 2010 Symposium in Manitoba

May 30, 2010

GeoSmart Energy was front and centre at the Canwell 2010 Symposium hosted by the Manitoba Water Well Association and the Manitoba Geothermal Energy Alliance (MGEA) in Winnipeg, Manitoba, May 26-29, 2010.

Our 40’ x 60’ booth was the perfect venue for showcasing our extensive line of heating and cooling solutions, our indoor air quality products and our industry-leading PE100 polyethylene pipe. But what stole the show was GeoSmart’s new custom-designed geothermal drill rig.

The compact DeltaBase 95GT drill rig was built by manufacturer Boart Longyear leveraging GeoSmart expertise and features high efficiency hydraulics and dual rotary capability. A radio remote provides even greater flexibility in tight spaces and safely positions the operator away from the drill hole.

The drill rig generated considerable ‘buzz’ at the show, performing at the top of its class alongside other geothermal drill rigs during an outdoor drilling and geothermal demonstration in downtown Winnipeg. While the demonstration wasn’t a competition, our compact rig managed to surpass the drilling depth of other rigs by 47 feet and attracted the largest audience. We were pleased to field numerous inquiries about our attractive drill rig throughout the four-day symposium.

The conference, trade show and demonstrations is Canada’s premier groundwater symposium attracting professionals in the groundwater industry from Canada and abroad. Keynote speakers throughout the four days included The Honourable Christine Melnick, Minister of Water Stewardship, The Honourable Stephen Fletcher, Minister of State and former Manitoba Premier and Governor General of Canada, The Right Honourable Edward Schreyer.

It was a great opportunity to network with manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and scientists and to showcase why GeoSmart Energy has quickly become one of North America’s largest purveyors of geothermal technology and training.

May 30, 2010
GeoSmart Energy Partners with Innovative Air Solutions to Offer Solar Electric Renewable Energy Products

GeoSmart’s Solar Harmony Renewable Energy Systems

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 29, 2010

Cambridge, ON – GeoSmart Energy, the most experienced and respected name in geothermal, is further diversifying its renewable energy product line to include solar energy options thanks to a formal partnership with green energy solutions provider Innovative Air Solutions Inc. The agreement between the two Canadian companies will soon give homeowners in Ontario, and ultimately across Canada, access to the latest solar technology available on the market today.

“GeoSmart Energy has earned a reputation for offering consumer-oriented products that are cost-effective, energy efficient and environmentally friendly,” says Chad Brezynskie, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, GeoSmart Energy. “Aligned with our company’s strategic business plan, this partnership with Innovative Air Solutions further solidifies our commitment to deliver innovative product offerings while expanding renewable energy options for residential projects.”

Innovative Air Solutions will private label GeoSmart’s Solar Harmony product line that will be offered to GeoSmart’s extensive network of 300+ dealers across Canada to reach the residential market. GeoSmart’s will also utilize its state-of-the-art training academy to provide its dealers, interested homeowners and industry stakeholders with leading training and hands on knowledge sharing.

“This is a win-win situation for both companies,” says Geoffrey Smith, CEO, Innovative Air Solutions, whose company recently acquired a 10,000 square foot facility just up the road from GeoSmart’s corporate head office and distribution facility in Cambridge. “GeoSmart Energy’s growing dealer network, training acumen and considerable experience in renewable energy make them an ideal partner to help get our solar energy products to market while also meeting their desire to offer homeowners more diversified green energy solutions.”

Solar energy converts sunlight to electricity using photovoltaic (PV) solar cells and can be used to generate heat, electricity, lighting and mechanical power.

Innovative Air Solutions’ solar power system consists of thin film PV solar panels and an inverter. Unlike conventional solar power systems, the attractive GeoSmart Solar Harmony Thin Film panels flush mount to the roof, maximize available space, and continue to generate solar energy, even in partially shaded conditions, thanks to their cutting edge massive parallel configuration. Given their capacity to capture indirect sunlight, the system’s thin film solar panels offer the latest in solar technology, generating a 10-20% higher energy yield than the more traditional mono-crystalline panels. The roof becomes a virtual power plant, harvesting energy from the sun. Leveraging extra low voltage (ELV) inverter technology, the GeoSmart Solar Harmony Inverter boosts performance and sets a new benchmark for system safety. It is among the few inverters available today that can withstand temperatures as low as -40C. Your solar inverters will need to be changed, so you must find a solar inverter supplier that stocks the inverter that you need for your energy supply.

“The innovative massive parallel design of our Solar Harmony power system is not too unlike the parallel underground geothermal loop design used with our geothermal installations. It’s an approach that works effectively in both applications,” says Brezynskie. “This is a system that has tremendous potential for a homeowner’s return on investment.”

Under Ontario’s microFIT (Feed-In Tariff) program, homeowners are paid a guaranteed price ($0.802) for all the electricity their renewable electricity generation project (10 kilowatts or less) produces over a 20-year period.

Beattie Family Farm owner Ken Beattie has already come to appreciate the benefits of solar energy at his 2,500 acre farm in Alliston where his family has been harvesting potatoes for five generations. “We have always been respectful of the environment and our equipment and that respect has yielded a strong harvest,” notes Ken. “The solar PV equipment selected by GeoSmart Energy is the same equipment we depend on for the strongest solar harvest and the highest returns with little or no maintenance of our 20 year microFIT contract.”

GeoSmart Energy dealer Jason Grieb, whose company Advanced Geo-Thermal Systems Inc. installed the solar system at the Beattie Family Farm notes that Ontario’s feed-in tariff program makes this province an ideal launching pad for the GeoSmart/Innovative Air Solutions solar partnership. “There’s no better time for GeoSmart dealers in Ontario to expand their product offerings to include solar energy options than now,” says Jason. “It’s a great opportunity to grow your business while meeting consumer demand for green energy alternatives.”

GeoSmart’s Solar Harmony and Renewable Power Systems beautifully dovetails with the company’s longstanding belief that it’s not just selling a product, but rather a ‘system’ supported by a customer first mentality, a comprehensive education and training program, a savvy and knowledgeable network of specialists and a highly trained team of installers. Reflecting the same approach it has taken with its line of geothermal products, everything the homeowner needs to generate solar power is offered in one complete package.

“We’re delighted to be the first to bring this leading edge solar product line to market backed by a team of well-educated and knowledgeable dealers and installers,” says Brezynskie.

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GeoSmart Energy is a leading geothermal heating and cooling supplier to residential and commercial markets. As one of the largest purveyors of geothermal technology and training, GeoSmart is continually asked globally for their knowledge and geothermal implementation expertise. Visit us at www.geosmartenergy.com

Pictures: high resolution product photos are available.

Media Contacts:

Robert J. Longphee, Director, Communications & Public Relations
GeoSmart Energy
290 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1T 1Z6
t: 866.310.6690
f: 866.533.3889
rlongphee@geosmartenergy.com

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April 29, 2010
GeoSmart Energy Receives Cambridge Business Excellence Award

Business of the Year Under 50 Employees

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March 31, 2010

Cambridge, ON – GeoSmart Energy is the proud recipient of a Business of the Year Under 50 Award presented at the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce’s 9th Annual Business Excellence Awards. Held on March 25th before a sold-out audience at the Armenian Centre, the awards recognize Cambridge area businesses or individuals that have demonstrated a significant and sustained commitment to positive business development, economic growth and diversity.

In announcing the award, Cambridge Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Greg Durocher noted that “in spite of the economy, this year’s winner was in a growth mode of unprecedented measure. From its humble beginnings less than five years ago, GeoSmart Energy has grown into a remarkable leader in geothermal technology leading to its expansion into a 40,000 square foot facility here in Cambridge.”

Mr. Durocher pointed out that energy savings today are no longer merely environmental practice but rather a part of every business plan for sustainability, and an area where GeoSmart Energy is leading the way in providing state-of-the-art solutions.

“We are delighted that GeoSmart Energy has been acknowledged in this way by our business peers here in Cambridge,” says Cheryl Marco, President, GeoSmart Energy, who was on hand to receive the company’s latest award. “This award is a direct reflection of the efforts of a small but energetic and visionary GeoSmart team that is ably supported by a vast network of equally passionate dealers and contractors across Canada and the United States.”

GeoSmart Energy is one of the largest non-manufacturing-based distributors of geothermal-only products in North America and a premium brand name within the geothermal marketplace. Today the thriving business boasts a growing network of 300+ dealers across Canada and more than 600 contractors in the United States and Canada. To keep up with growing demand for its products and services and a team of staff that has more than quadrupled since 2005, the company moved into new premises in Cambridge in the Spring of 2009.

“Our formula for success is deeply rooted in our belief that we’re not just selling a geothermal product, but rather a ‘system’ that is supported by a ‘customer-first’ mentality, a comprehensive education and training program, a savvy and knowledgeable network of dealers and a highly trained team of installers,” notes Cheryl.

While a relatively young company, GeoSmart Energy has already earned a reputation for combining innovative and people-friendly practices with premium, cost-effective, energy efficient and renewable heating and cooling solutions for both home and business. Committed to accelerating the geothermal industry in Canada, GeoSmart Energy is home to what is considered one of the most impressive dedicated geothermal training centres in North America.

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GeoSmart Energy is a leading geothermal heating and cooling supplier to residential and commercial markets. As one of the largest purveyors of geothermal technology and training, GeoSmart is continually asked globally for their knowledge and geothermal implementation expertise. Visit us at www.geosmartenergy.com

The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the highest standard of service to our members. As a proponent for business, we will thoughtfully represent the interests of our members and provide ongoing opportunities to enhance the business community. Visit us at www.cambridgechamber.com

Useful Information:
More photos, HD quality video and captions are available at ftp://geotransfer:GSE_ftp2@geosmartenergy.com

Media Contacts:

Robert J. Longphee, Director, Communications & Public Relations
GeoSmart Energy
290 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1T 1Z6
t: 866.310.6690
f: 866.533.3889
rlongphee@geosmartenergy.com

Lisa Durocher, Events & Marketing Manager
Cambridge Chamber of Commerce
750 Hespeler Road, Cambridge, ON N3H 5L8
t: 519-622-2221 x 229
f: 519-622-0177
lisa@cambridgechamber.com

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March 31, 2010