|  Ground Source Heat Pumps - The benefitsGround source heat pump systems provide an efficient way of heating with many benefits. These benefits include: Financial benefits- 40% saving in heating and cooling costs
- Reduced maintenance costs
- Reduced whole life costs
- Potential grants available
Operational benefits- High efficiency - typically a coefficient of performance (COP) of between 4 and 5
- Renewable energy available 24/7
- Low noise levels
- Less space usage in the building
- Long system lifespan in excess of 25 years
- No requirement for on-site fuel storage
Environmental benefits- Reduced harmful refrigerant usage
- Zero on site emissions
- Reduced use of fossil fuels (zero when used with green electricity)
- No visual impact
Legislative benefits- Enables clients to meet European and UK legislation
- Helps compliance with CSR policy aimed at reducing carbon footprint
- Improves Building Energy Performance Ratings
- No need for planning permission
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