One innovation is their use of geothermal energy technology which consists of a system that uses the temperature from the ground to heat and cool the home
I live in an area that experiences tropical climate for most of the year. During the Winter months, we may get a few days that are cold, but usually, the days are relatively mild. Though I enjoy the weather here, I love being in a colder area during the holidays as I still dream of having white Christmases at my parent’s home. However, over the last few years, the earth continues to heat up due to climate change. The Winters have gotten warmer and white Christmases are far and few in between. Warmer Winters mean that we use less energy for heating which is a cost savings on our energy bills. However, now that the Summers are warmer, it means that we spend more for our cooling needs. With almost 90% of homes relying on air conditioning during the Summer, it means that A/Cs contribute to a large amount of carbon dioxide that is emitted into the atmosphere. This is quite the dilemma because we need to keep our homes cool, but the refrigerant that is used in our HVAC systems is a major threat to the environment because of the high levels of carbon dioxide emissions. Fortunately, the HVAC industry has been consistently developing innovative ways to combat this issue. They have invented environmental-friendly ways to limit the impact that HVAC systems have on the environment. One innovation is their use of geothermal energy technology which consists of a system that uses the temperature from the ground to heat and cool the home. This technology has become increasingly popular as homeowners who are environmentally conscious are always seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. I would like to one day invest in a geothermal system but for now, I do what I can to eliminate my own carbon footprint.