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Geothermal
Heat Pumps
Geothermal heat pumps utilize the natural heat in the earth and
ground-water to heat and cool your home or business. Geothermal systems
are the safest and most efficient heating and cooling systems ever
developed, with the lowest operating costs. For complete information about
specific types of geothermal systems available, please call Tipmont Member
Services Department 800.726.3953 or e-mail
us. For information on Geothermal Heat Pump rebates
click here.
Operating Cost for Fueling
Different Heating Systems
|
Type of Heat
|
Seasonal
Efficiency |
$ Cost per
Unit (no tax) |
$ Cost per
Million BTU |
| Geo-Thermal |
300%-400% |
0.05
cents |
4.88-5.63 |
| Air-Heat Pump |
180%-260% |
0.05 cents |
5.63-8.14 |
| Electric |
100% |
0.05 cents |
14.50 |
| Natural Gas-High Eff. |
85% |
.05 cents |
5.88 |
| Natural Gas |
60% |
.05 cents |
8.33 |
| LP Gas High Eff. |
85% |
.074 cents |
8.97 |
| LP Gas |
60% |
.074 cents |
12.70 |
| No. 2 Oil |
55% |
.078 cents |
9.74 |
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