Geothermal Exchange Explained: A Heating and Cooling Solution on the Path to Net-Zero Emissions
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The building sector is responsible for the majority of carbon emissions in urban centers. As governments enact new policies on the path to net-zero emissions by 2050, the building industry is shifting to green technologies and renewable energy resources. This course examines how geothermal exchange systems use the Earth’s constant temperature to heat and cool buildings without emitting carbon. Their contribution to energy performance credits in the LEED® v4 Building Design and Construction (BD+C) and Operations and Maintenance (O+M) rating systems is reviewed, as are installation options, the design and construction process, the energy-as-a-service model, and the numerous benefits of geothermal exchange systems in a variety of applications.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Discuss the greenhouse effect’s impact on climate change and natural disasters and how the building sector can reduce the impact with net-zero design strategies that are part of the LEED BD+C and O+M rating systems.
- Explain how geothermal exchange systems save energy over conventional systems and can help contribute toward earning the LEED v4 Energy and Atmosphere credit Optimize Energy Performance.
- Describe why geothermal exchange systems are an important option when designing net-zero carbon buildings and how they can help achieve LEED Zero Carbon certification.
- Identify various geothermal exchange system applications and the construction, cost, comfort, and space-saving benefits for building owners and tenants.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Matthew Tokarik on behalf of Subterra Renewables. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Matthew Tokarik
Title: President, Subterra Renewables
Background:
Matthew is a professional engineer who works with Subterra Renewables, a renewable energy developer who designs, builds, owns, and operates geothermal heating and cooling systems across North America, with the goal of significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and ultimately reaching net-zero building operation. Previously he has worked with design firms to develop strategies for building energy and carbon emission reduction for new and existing buildings.
Relevant speaking engagements:
Removing Barriers for Zero Carbon Buildings. 2019 Green Citizen Conference. Toronto, ON. 2019.
Smart Thermal Grids: The Future of Sustainable Energy Systems Using Low-Carbon Heating and Cooling. CaGBC Building Lasting Change 2019. Vancouver, BC. 2019.
Energy Efficiency—Thermal Energy Demand Intensity (TEDI). Building Lasting Change 2018—Zero Carbon Buildings Summit. Toronto, ON. 2018.
Net-Zero Carbon Approaches for New and Existing Buildings. Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) Annual Conference 2018. Toronto, ON. 2018.
Ten Keys to Successful Energy Conservation Retrofit Projects for Buildings 20 to 40 Years Old. 2017 PM Expo—Construct Canada. Toronto, ON. 2017.
A Multiobjective Optimization Analysis of Passive Energy Conservation Measures in a Toronto House. CLIMA 2016—12th REHVA World Congress. Aalborg, Denmark. 2016.
A Multiobjective Optimization Analysis of Passive Energy Conservation Measures in a Toronto House. ASHRAE Winter Conference. Orlando, FL. 2016.
Getting the Most for Your Money—How to Optimize for Peak Performance under Economic Constraint. North American Passive House Conference 2015 (PHIUS). Chicago, IL. 2015.
