There’s no better time to talk about going green than St. Patrick’s Day. While New York’s very own St. Patrick’s Cathedral may not be able to dress itself in shamrocks and celebrate, on the inside, […]
All geothermal systems use ground loops to capture the consistent temperature of the earth to provide heating and cooling. There are several different approaches to ground loop design, but they all fall under two basic […]
Homeowners Russ and Amy have had a Dandelion geothermal system installed in their barn in rural Albany County for nearly two years now. We talked with them about their experience with the installation process, how […]
As concerns around COVID-19 (Coronavirus) increase, there’s a lot of uncertainty on how to navigate the path forward. As a “hard hat” business, safety always has been, and continues to be Dandelion’s #1 priority. We […]
How exactly does home geothermal work? Dandelion Energy explains how their home geothermal system which includes a ground source heat pump, works.
Dandelion geothermal goes through the pros and cons of geothermal.
Dandelion Energy addresses the top 5 myths about home geothermal, answering questions of – Can Geothermal be installed in an existing home? In a small yard? In cold climates? Does it require a lot of maintenance? Can I afford it?
A soft start is an electronic regulating device that can be installed inside your Dandelion Geothermal heat pump. Once installed, it reduces the start-up power draw of your heat pump by up to 70%. When […]
How does geothermal air conditioning work? Why does air conditioning use so much energy? Can air conditioning be sustainable? Can you use the ground to cool your home? Dandelion answers your questions
For the average homeowner, changing how you heat your house is the single best way to reduce your carbon footprint. In fact, making the switch to geothermal can reduce your home greenhouse gas emissions by […]
What are the differences between geothermal power plants and geothermal heat pumps? Even though geothermal power plants and geothermal heat pumps both derive energy from the earth’s heat, they differ greatly in function, size, and […]
The key to saving money on home heating and cooling is energy efficiency. Simply put, the more efficient your HVAC system is, the more bang you’ll get for your buck. You might be curious to […]
One of the biggest misconceptions about geothermal is that having shallow bedrock, ledge or shale could make it more costly or impossible to install geothermal on your property. Fortunately, not only is it possible, it’s […]
I’m Bryan Roberts — Sr. Energy Consultant. I joined Dandelion Geothermal as one of the first employees and have worked in clean energy and environmental planning for over a decade. Every year, my colleagues and […]
The home-improvement show, This Old House, recently took an inside look at a Dandelion Geothermal installation in Albany, NY. Let’s explore some of the ways Dandelion is making home geothermal more affordable and accessible. What […]
Dandelion writes about the benefits of geothermal. These include reliability, its dual capacity for heating and cooling, affordability, safety, and friendliness to the environment.
When you’re investing in your home, nothing is more important than quality. At Dandelion, we stand behind our geothermal products & services. We’re proud to offer industry-leading warranties on both our ground source heat pumps […]
Winter is upon us, bringing snow, ice, and all the cold we could ever ask for. Love them or hate them, the freezing temperatures outside always make us appreciate the simple joy of being cozy […]
Editor’s Note: This post was written by a former oil technician who prefers to remain anonymous. Everything herein is true. Each year, millions of households across the U.S. burn home heating oil to stay warm […]
Geothermal contractors typically like to talk about all the positive benefits of geothermal heating and cooling, but are there any drawbacks to it? The truth is, upgrading to geothermal has some incredible benefits, but it […]
What is a geothermal heat pump? A geothermal heat pump (also called a ground source heat pump) is a renewable alternative to a furnace or boiler. It’s a critical component of a geothermal system. A […]
Imagine having to drink tepid milk with your morning cereal bowl everyday, or having to go without milk in your icebox for a few days thanks to a missed delivery. In the past, preserving food […]
