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      <![CDATA[There is big money in the business of commercial geothermal heat pumps. From tax credits to retrofit opportunities, this sector provides contractors with energy efficiency and new HVAC frontiers.]]>
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      <title>Virginia Passes Geothermal Bill With Major Financial Incentives</title>
      <author>hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli)</author>
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        <![CDATA[The bill significantly reduces the cost of a geothermal installation, spurs job creation, and hopes to inspire more contractors to tap into the geothermal market.]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Market for Geothermal Systems in Third-Largest U.S. Metro Area is Heating Up, Experts Say</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[The Chicago area is one of the markets seeing an increased interest in geothermal systems from businesses and institutions like schools and governments.]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Using Hydronic Systems to Advance Sustainability Goals</title>
      <author>hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Hydronic zone systems have proven themselves to be a sustainable heating and cooling option with a longer lifespan, and potential for cost savings.]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Paris Olympics Won’t Have A/C</title>
      <author>hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Organizers for the Paris Olympics are working to keep athletes cool at the 2024 Olympic Games, but it doesn’t involve air conditioning. Instead, an underground cooling system will be installed.]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Geothermal and Decarbonization</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Decarbonization and electrification, the refrigerant transition, and incentives were big topics among geothermal companies at the AHR Expo. Consumer education and ease of product serviceability were also discussed.]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Creating Thermal Energy Networks in Rochester, Minnesota</title>
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        <![CDATA[As Rochester city leaders set the ambitious goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and 100% by 2050, the challenge is now how to follow through.]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>In Line for Federal Money for Heat Pumps, OEMs are Ready to get to Work</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[As the federal government plans millions in grant funding to boost heat-pump manufacturing in the U.S., a big player in the market as well as a newcomer are thrilled with the opportunity.]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Achieving Geothermal Success</title>
      <author>hannahbelloli@achrnews.com (Hannah Belloli)</author>
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        <![CDATA[At a recent IGSPHA meeting, tips were shared on how HVAC contractors can become geothermal powerhouses.]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>The NEWSMakers Podcast: Is Geothermal Set for Growth?</title>
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        <![CDATA[Kyle Gargaro, editorial director, <em>The ACHR NEWS</em>, traveled to Oklahoma City to talk with Climate Control Group COO Kevin McNamara about the state of the geothermal industry.]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Heat Pumps a Popular Alternative for K-12 Schools</title>
      <author>woerpelh@bnpmedia.com (Herb Woerpel)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Schools must shift away from outdated, inefficient HVAC systems reliant on polluting fossil fuels in favor of efficient, electric systems.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/153542</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Water-Source VRF/VRV Units Offer a Clean, Sustainable Option</title>
      <author>woerpelh@bnpmedia.com (Herb Woerpel)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Water-source VRF/VRV units are often specified for large building and high rises applications as both contain water-cooled modules that are located indoors, closer to the space they’re serving.]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Geothermal Industry Expects a Boom</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[The Inflation Reduction Act’s major incentive for the installation of a qualified geothermal system is a 30% federal clean energy credit, which can be used at filing time to offset taxes owed or add to any refund.]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Sizing Sustainability Up</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Prompted by energy-savings and carbon-reduction goals and helped by technological advances, building owners and managers are increasingly asking for sustainable buildings with high-efficiency HVAC systems.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/153170</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Network Geothermal Offers Long-Term Opportunities for Contractors</title>
      <author>woerpelh@bnpmedia.com (Herb Woerpel)</author>
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        <![CDATA[As network geothermal systems break ground in record numbers, the HVAC contractors responsible for installing and maintaining these systems are met with ample business opportunities.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/152998</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Energy Savings, New Technology, Incentives: The Market for Geothermal is Heating Up</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Though geothermal systems can cost several times more than traditional HVAC units, the energy savings may be substantial.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/152728</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>The 9 Types of Heat Pumps</title>
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        <![CDATA[As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular, which will likely increase sales in the coming years. The key is to know which type of heat pump will work best for an application, as there is a wide range of equipment from which to choose.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/152628</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Defense Production Act, Incentives ‘Turbocharge’ Geothermal</title>
      <author>layandahhan@achrnews.com (Layan Dahhan)</author>
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        <![CDATA[Since President Joe Biden invoked the DPA back in June 2022, HVAC-related energy efficiency incentives and renewable energy technology, have made their way into the spotlight. Many of those who work in the geothermal industry have been “waiting for this day” for decades.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/147344</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Commercial HVAC Retrofits Can Electrify the Bottom Line</title>
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        <![CDATA[Electrification presents a prime opportunity for contractors to deepen their relationships with customers who are looking for gas-fired heating alternatives. But they must first understand how different factors could influence the type of new system needed for an application.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/147247</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>The $6 Million Plan: Department of Energy Invests in Geothermal</title>
      <author>mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman)</author>
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        <![CDATA[The DOE is investing up to $6 million in research and design to lay the groundwork for more geothermal heating and cooling systems at federal facilities.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/146709</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>The NEWSMakers Podcast: Geothermal Trends</title>
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        <![CDATA[In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for <em>The ACHR NEWS</em>, talks to WaterFurnace CEO John Thomas.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/146699</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Heat Pumps: Their Role in Decarbonization</title>
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        <![CDATA[Across the country, state and local governments are mandating lower building emissions, pushing building owners to full electrification. Building codes and natural gas bans, however, only target new construction.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/146424</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Heat Pump Awareness Grows from Residential, Commercial Customers</title>
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        <![CDATA[Consumer awareness and opinion of heat pumps are both improving, along with the technology. Manufacturers see a strong market ahead, although some challenges remain.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/146156</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Governments Turn to Geothermal to Reduce Costs, Emissions</title>
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        <![CDATA[Government entities at all levels are taking an increased interest in geothermal technology as they work to reduce costs and carbon emissions.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/145366</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Are Geothermal Heat Pumps the Key to a Cleaner Planet?</title>
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        <![CDATA[Geothermal energy can be used to heat and cool commercial buildings. The highly efficient systems that make this possible are geothermal heat pumps.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/145302</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>New York Pilots Program to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through Heat Pump Technology</title>
      <author>GordonWhite@achrnews.com (Gordon White)</author>
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        <![CDATA[New York Governor Cuomo announced that up to $15 million is available to pilot the use of community thermal systems.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/144572</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>A New Twist on Geothermal</title>
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        <![CDATA[Despite being around for more than 30 years, it is fair to say geothermal technology is a niche in the HVAC market.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/144318</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Heat Pump Popularity Aids Growth of Geothermal</title>
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        <![CDATA[The market for ground-source heat pumps is linked directly to growth of geothermal as a way to heat and cool homes.]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Geothermal Market Growth Hinges On More Than Federal Tax Credits</title>
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        <![CDATA[The geothermal market is growing, and that is no accident.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/142883</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 04:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Three Steps to Set Yourself Up for Success as a Geothermal Contractor</title>
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        <![CDATA[Success as a geothermal contractor comes in many forms — much of it hard work and smart decisions.]]>
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      <guid>http://www.achrnews.com/articles/142885</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 04:28:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Knowledge Is Power When It Comes to Mastering Geothermal</title>
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        <![CDATA[Mastering geothermal installation, maintenance, and sales takes a bevy of skills that take time and effort for a contractor or technician to develop.]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 04:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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