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Massachusetts Homeowners Earn Cash Back with Geothermal

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Massachusetts Homeowners Can Earn Alternative Energy Credits with a Geothermal System

Massachusetts has a little-known program (https://www.mass.gov/news/baker-polito-administration-announces-3-million-in-funding-updated-regulations-to-promote-renewable-thermal-energy) that offers cash back to homeowners who install geothermal heating systems. All geothermal systems installed in Massachusetts are eligible to earn Alternative Energy Credits (AECs) through the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (MA DOER). If the heating capacity of the geothermal system is less than 132,000 Btuh, then the number of AECs earned is simply calculated based on the size of the home. The minimum number of AECs that can be earned is 230. For every square foot over 1,500 and additional 0.158 AECs per square foot is earned.

As a homeowner, you should follow these steps to earn AECS:

  1. Find a geothermal installer who is familiar with the MA DOER Alternative Energy Credits program and other Massachusetts incentives. The documentation required for the program is significant and would be difficult for most homeowners to navigate.
  2. Have your chosen geothermal installer complete the design and installation.
  3. Once the geothermal system is operational, have the geothermal installer complete the MA DOER application on-line. You will need to sign a Service Agreement showing that you authorize your geothermal installer to complete the application on your behalf. The installer will provide you with the appropriate paperwork.
  4. Once the application is completed, wait 6 to 9 months for your check to show up in the mail. It is a one-time payment.

EnergySmart has completed over 70 applications on behalf of our customers totaling over $336,000 in cash back!

If you are interested in a geothermal heating and cooling system for your home but aren’t sure about the current incentives, please call us at 617-955-0063 or complete an on-line info request form for up-to-date information.

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Geothermal Installation Showcased by MassCEC

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The Rodgers Residence in Medfield, MA.

One of our installations was showcased by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center as a geothermal success story.

Before Geothermal Installation:

The 3700 square foot home had an oil boiler, two hydro-air units, and two air conditioning condensers. Despite having the air conditioning evaluated by several HVAC companies, it never worked properly. The average oil usage at the home was 1,500 gallons per year for heating and hot water.

Geothermal System Installation Details:

Geothermal systems in basement.

Geothermal Drilling of New England drilled two closed loop geothermal boreholes in the backyard. We installed two Water Furnace 7 Series geothermal heat pumps in the basement. This equipment has variable speed compressor and variable speed fan technology. Heating efficiencies range from 360% to 510%.

The new geothermal systems are equipped with Symphony real-time monitoring to track electricity use and other operating parameters. Room temperature can be controlled from anywhere by a smartphone. High grade pleated air filters were installed for improved air quality.

After Geothermal Installation:

During the first year of operation, the total operating cost for heating and cooling was $790 equating to an annual savings of over 70%. The oil usage has been eliminated completely with the addition of a heat pump water heater coupled with the geothermal system. Ongoing issues with inadequate air conditioning in the summer were addressed by correcting ductwork sizing.

Call us at 617-955-0063 so we can add your home to our list of geothermal success stories!

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EnergySmart Geothermal Installation Showcased on This Old House

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Our Experience on This Old House:

this old houseWe were honored to have our geothermal installation filmed by This Old House. We designed, managed, and installed the system. Drilling, sheet metal, piping and the equipment were covered by the show. It was a lot of fun to be a spokesperson for geothermal on an internationally syndicated television show!

Geothermal Energy Solution:

The home has two geothermal systems: one for heating and cooling the main floor and basement and one for heating and cooling the second floor. The home has wifi enabled thermostats that can control the heat and air conditioning from a smart phone. We equipped the geothermal system with a monitoring device that tracks electrical usage and other geothermal operating parameters in real-time. During the first year of operation, this 4,000 sq. ft. home used less than $1,200 for heating and cooling for a whole year.

Link to This Old House YouTube Video

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Geothermal 101

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Geothermal heating and cooling is possible through the use of heat pump technology. Heat pumps move heat from one location to another. Examples of heat pumps include:

  • Refrigerators
  • Air conditioning condensers
  • Portable and window air conditioners
  • Freezers
  • Air source heat pumps
  • Dehumidifiers
  • Heat pump or hybrid water heaters
  • Pool heaters

Heat pumps are not a new technology. Although relatively unknown, geothermal heat pumps have been used for building heating and cooling since the 1940s. In fact, one of the nation’s most documented geothermal system is located in Winchester, Massachusetts.

Our YouTube channel is chock-full of information about geothermal heating and cooling in New England. Our Geothermal 101 video for tons of information about geothermal heating and cooling in Massachusetts

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