Description

Ground-Source (geothermal) Heat Exchangers (GSHPs) are the greenest, most efficient solution to heating and cooling available in the market in terms of operational energy use for electric systems. This workshop will provide a foundational overview of geothermal concepts, including basic thermodynamics, geoscience, and drilling. Attendees will be exposed to a comprehensive review of these concepts, their benefits in building energy applications, key considerations for developers, project economics, and available incentives. We will introduce a vertically integrated solution to developing large geothermal systems in various site scenarios and provide an overview of project ROIs, explore best practices in site selection, and workshop potential project scenarios. This multi-disciplinary collaborative approach will be used as the primary model for designing, drilling, and maintaining large geothermal systems. The presentation will conclude with discussions about innovative technology in the field of closed-loop geothermal system installations. Covered topics will include Thermal Energy Networks (TENs), Borehole Thermal Energy Storage (BTES), inclined and directional drilling, unbalanced loads, and drilling in urban environments. We look forward to an open, collaborative discussion and will make ourselves available to any questions. 

Presenters

Jonathan Hernandez, Director of Geoscience, Brightcore Energy

Learning Objectives: 

1. Learn introductory to mid-level geothermal concepts for heat exchange vs power generation

2. Understand geothermal project organization and development 

3.  Recognize industry-accepted standards for safe and efficient drilling of large complex geothermal energy networks

4. Asses the impact of geothermal systems on building science and economics of efficiency

NAESCO has submitted this webinar to the AIA for 1 CEU approval. 

NOTE: Beginning in 2023, all NAESCO webinars will be offered to all attendees at no cost. Recordings and slides will be available to members only, after the webinar.