Bill Buschur | Source | CEO at Waterless Geothermal
Bill Buschur
Founder and CEO of Total Green Manufacturing and creator of Waterless Geothermal direct exchange systems, Bill has over 30 years of experience in geothermal heat pump technology. Bill is the heart and soul of our mission to revolutionize the geothermal industry. Bill's family business takes pride in handling every aspect of geothermal installation in-house, making our team a powerhouse in the field. With four drilling rigs and a dedicated crew of 45 skilled professionals, we've successfully completed hundreds of water-source geothermal systems and an impressive 3,000 direct exchange geothermal systems. Bill's has extensive knowledge and insights into designing, drilling, and installing geothermal systems.
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There's Got to Be Something Better! Innovative Closed Loop Boreholes
For some very good reasons vertical HDPE U-bend ground heat exchanger is the closed loop standard for the geothermal heat pump industry. That being said, anyone entering the industry eventually says, really?, there’s got to be something better! This panel is full of people who took the next step to put into practice a closed loop heat exchanger that fits the description of “something better” and they will tell you why. Moderator: Andrew Piper / NYSERDA Speakers: Rob Jensen / Agreenablity (Twister) Dave Hermantin / Brightcore (Rygan Application) Bill Buschur / Waterless Geothermal Jean-Francois Lavoie / Versa Profiles
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A New Era in Direct Exchange Geothermal: Advancements, Advantages, and Common Myths
The 2022 IGSHPA Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada on December 6 to 8 was a great success! The partnership with NGWA (National Ground Water Association) provided attendees with even… Continue reading 2022 Conference Proceedings
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Geothermal Heat Pumps: Cost, Installation, and Maintenance Insights
Bill explains, “Geothermal installations range from $30,000 to $40,000, with incentives reducing costs.” Vertical loops, costing $8,000-$12,000 more, suit limited spaces. Direct exchange systems offer shallower, affordable installations. Geothermal systems last 20-25 years, with loops up to 80 years. DX systems require minimal maintenance, needing only air filter changes. -
Geothermal Heat Pumps: Cost, Maintenance, and Longevity Insights
Bill explains that geothermal heat pumps use the earth's constant temperatures for heating and cooling. Installation costs vary by property size, insulation, and soil conditions. Federal and state incentives can reduce costs. Maintenance is minimal, with annual checks and monthly filter changes. "Indoor components last 25 years, and underground loops can last 50 years or more."
