AD: Harvesting free heat with Ground Source Heat Pumps
With UK Net Zero targets, Ground Source Heat Pumps offer a green solution vital for countryside preservation.
In this blog, David Billingsley, Sales Director, Kensa Heat Pumps, explains how GSHP offer a sustainable, efficient, and environmentally friendly heating solution.
Reduce your reliance on fossil fuels like oil, LPG, gas, and direct electric with Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs). GSHPs offer a sustainable, efficient, and environmentally friendly heating solution. Invest in your future and shield your property from increasing fossil fuel prices with low-cost, low-carbon GSHPs. With UK Net Zero targets, GSHPs offer a green solution vital for countryside preservation.
Economic benefits
GSHPs offer numerous advantages over traditional heating systems. Compared to oil and LPG systems, they can reduce heating bills by 30-50% and are suitable for both new builds and retrofits, from barn conversions to listed properties.
GSHPs are particularly advantageous for agricultural businesses and landowners, supporting the rural and low-carbon economies. As the UK transitions from fossil fuels, switching to GSHPs will prepare landowners for the zero-carbon future ahead.
Protecting our countryside
Ground source heat pumps play a crucial role in preserving our countryside's natural beauty and ecological health. As they do not emit pollutants at the point of use, they significantly reduce carbon emissions and help to maintain local air quality.
The technology is visually unobtrusive once the underground infrastructure has been installed and the ground reinstated. It can be used for agriculture or natural vegetation, ensuring that the rural landscape remains pristine and green for future generations.
Future-proofing properties
GSHPs play a crucial role in future-proofing properties against rising energy costs and stringent environmental regulations. Unlike air source heat pumps, GSHPs do not typically require planning permission, simplifying the installation process. The temperature underground remains relatively constant year-round, ensuring a consistent and reliable heat supply. This stability, combined with the technology's long-term, low-maintenance nature, makes GSHPs an attractive option for those looking to future-proof.
The technology is versatile and adaptable to various site conditions. It is well-suited to properties with sufficient land area or access to bodies of water that can be used as sustainable heat sources.
Innovative business opportunities
GSHPs are ideal for farmers and landowners looking to diversify their operations, such as converting agricultural buildings into holiday lodges or other commercial ventures.
Integrating with other renewable technologies, such as solar PV, wind turbines, and battery storage, opens up further opportunities for diversification. Surplus heat can be used in various commercial applications, such as drying processes, producing fertiliser from animal waste, or maintaining greenhouse temperatures. This provides an additional income stream and enhances a business's sustainability and eco-friendly credentials.
Kensa: Pioneering Ground Source Heat Pump Solutions
Established in 1999, Kensa is the UK's only dedicated manufacturer and supplier of ground source. The company has earned a reputation for being an expert in the field, offering innovative solutions and a lifetime of unrivalled technical support. Designed and built specifically for British properties, Kensa GSHPs are ideal for various applications, from single homes to multiple properties and commercial processes.
Go Green with the most efficient renewable technology
Speak to Kensa about your project application to discover how GSHPs could help diversify your land and property. Email the team here.
David Billingsley is the Sales Director at Kensa Heat Pumps.