About Geothermal national & international initiative (geo-nii)
Geothermal National & International Initiative (GEO-NII) is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to promoting the adoption of geothermal heat pump technology in each state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) mandates. The organization was founded with the aim of increasing awareness about the benefits of geothermal energy and encouraging its use as a sustainable source of energy.
Geothermal energy is a renewable source of energy that is derived from the earth's natural heat. It has been used for centuries for heating, cooling, and electricity generation. Geothermal heat pumps are an efficient way to harness this energy and use it for heating and cooling buildings.
GEO-NII works with policymakers, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to promote the adoption of geothermal heat pump technology in RPS mandates across all states. The organization believes that by including geothermal energy in RPS mandates, states can reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and increase their use of clean, renewable sources of energy.
One key benefit of geothermal heat pumps is their high efficiency. They can provide up to four units of heating or cooling for every unit of electricity used. This makes them much more efficient than traditional HVAC systems which typically have an efficiency rating between 1-2 units per unit consumed.
Another benefit is that they are environmentally friendly since they do not produce any greenhouse gas emissions during operation. This means that they can help reduce carbon emissions which contribute to climate change.
GEO-NII also works towards educating people about the benefits and potential uses for geothermal technology beyond just heating and cooling buildings. For example, it can be used for industrial processes such as food processing or drying crops.
The organization also advocates for research into new technologies related to geothermal power generation such as enhanced geothermal systems (EGS). EGS involves drilling deeper into hot rock formations beneath the earth's surface where temperatures are higher than those found near the surface. This allows us to tap into even more geothermal energy and generate electricity.
GEO-NII is committed to promoting the adoption of geothermal heat pump technology in RPS mandates across all states. By doing so, they hope to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and increase our use of clean, renewable sources of energy. They also aim to educate people about the benefits and potential uses for geothermal technology beyond just heating and cooling buildings. With their efforts, GEO-NII is helping to create a more sustainable future for us all.