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6. OTHER FACTORS THAT MAYBE RELEVANT TO THE`PROJECT <br /> Geothermal Experience <br /> The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has advocated Hollins University, Tinker Residence Hall <br /> for the implementation of ground source heat CPL was commissioned to study alternatives for <br /> pumps as a proven method for decarbonization and the replacement of the existing HVAC system. Upon <br /> electricity demand reduction. Per the DOE, "buildings analyzing three options, the design was prepared to <br /> with geothermal heat pumps (GHP) could reduce utilize high efficiency water source heat pumps to heat <br /> electricity demand by as much as 13% by 2050 and cool the building spaces. These heat pumps are <br /> versus decarbonizing without GNPs." Other agencies connected to a new geothermal well installed behind <br /> have clearly defined the benefits of ground source the residence hall. <br /> heat pumps to include: reduction of heating and <br /> cooling costs with a non-fossil fuel source, minimal Hollins University, Alumnae College, <br /> maintenance requirements, longer lifespan than Rose Hill & Rath House <br /> alternatives, and the creation of a more comfortable CPL provided design services for the installation of <br /> environment for working, living and learning. geothermal systems for this client who was conscious <br /> Currently, the implementation of ground source heat of maintaining energy reduction strategies throughout <br /> pump technology is one of the most cost-effective and their college campus. <br /> impactful efforts available to building owners seeking <br /> to reduce carbon emissions. Lees Macrae College, Student Recreation Center and <br /> President's Office <br /> CPL has extensive experience with geothermal heat This project involved the complete rehabilitation of an <br /> pumps. These projects include: existing gymnasium originally constructed in 1936. The <br /> HVAC system is connected to a geothermal system to <br /> SUNY Geneseo Letchworth Dinning Hall reduce energy costs. <br /> This LEED-Certified dining hall is conditioned via a <br /> ground source heat pump system and achieves 75% East Irondequoit Central School District <br /> thermal effectiveness. All fan and pump motors are CPL has been working with this client on a continuing <br /> of premium efficiency, and the ground loop pumps are basis for thirty years. For the construction of their new <br /> on variable speed drives. middle school building, CPL designed the mechanical <br /> systems to utilize a geothermal loop system. <br /> Broome-Tioga BOCES <br /> This project involved the investigation of an Walls Residences, Main Office Building <br /> existing geothermal system. CPL thoroughly This sustainable facility was constructed to feature a <br /> evaluated the existing system and provided design geothermal system and solar array to provide energy <br /> recommendations for replacement of the system. savings for this not-for-profit agency. <br /> Poughkeepise Public Library <br /> This mechanical system was designed to provide <br /> comfort for multiple zones within the library. <br /> Geothermal (ground source) pumps utilize the earth's <br /> temperature for heating and cooling the building to <br /> reduce municipal energy usage. <br /> CPL 1 31 <br />