Geothermal Heating Makes For a Greener Home April 01, 2011 Looking for a Greener Way to Live? Geothermal heating and cooling is a "homegrown" environmentally-friendly energy resource. It isn't imported and cannot be outsourced, so it reduces our reliance on foreign oil and the use of fossil fuels like coal. Greener means providing the same comfort as conventional heating and cooling options while originating jobs right here in Defiance; and saving the environment all at the same time! Like most homeowners around the Defiance community, you're searching for energy-saving ways to meet your comfort needs. Geothermal heating falls in line with this line of thinking. Our systems are environmentally friendly and a cost effective choice in home conditioning. The Evidence is Compelling A joint study, "Space Conditioning: The Next Frontier" (EPA 430-R-93-004), from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) concluded that geothermal heat pumps are the most energy efficient, environmentally clean, and cost-effective way to heat and cool our nation's buildings and homes. You're not the only one if you value the Energy Star label and the energy-efficient products it represents? Nearly 70% of Energy Star purchasers reported being influenced by products that carry it. When you add to these benefits... a great 30% geothermal tax credit for total installation costs until December 2016 numerous utility rebates and state incentives It's easy to see why geothermal has been growing at a rapid pace. Choose a greener way to save "green". Contact Schlatters Plumbing Heating & AC today and take advantage of these superb benefits. Join the millions who've already switched, and found a smarter, greener way to heat and cool their homes and businesses. Back To News