Pairing a solar photovoltaic (PV) system with a ground source heat pump (GSHP) creates a highly efficient and sustainable energy solution. A solar PV system generates clean electricity from sunlight, and a GSHP uses that electricity to move heat into or out of a building, taking advantage of the earth’s stable underground temperature. The major benefit of this pairing is synergy, where each system enhances the other’s performance. The electricity produced by the solar panels can directly power the heat pump’s compressor and pumps, offsetting the heat pump’s electricity consumption and reducing or even eliminating a home’s dependence on the electrical grid. This is particularly effective during the summer months when solar panels produce the most electricity and the GSHP is running to provide cooling. This combination significantly lowers energy bills and a building’s overall carbon footprint, moving it closer to a net-zero energy status.
