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Title: Residential GSHPs: Efficiency With Short Payback Periods

Journal Article · · ASHRAE Journal, 54(4):72-79
OSTI ID:1126366

This article discusses ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) for residential application as an alternative to conventional HVAC systems. A listing of current space heating energy sources are presented which are then followed by a technology overview as advances have made GSHPs more efficient. The article concludes with potential energy savings offered by GSHPs and a brief market overview.

Research Organization:
Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-76RL01830
OSTI ID:
1126366
Report Number(s):
PNNL-SA-89627; BT0302000
Journal Information:
ASHRAE Journal, 54(4):72-79, Journal Name: ASHRAE Journal, 54(4):72-79
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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