exchangenergy is available to you for all of your design, planning and consulting needs.
March 30, 2012 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
We’ve already established that we are good at what we do. We are expert designers of Geo Exchange heating and cooling systems and we install systems that work as designed. Often we are called on to repair systems that have been poorly designed and haphazardly installed.
We want to be able to avoid this “re-design/install” phase when at all possible so we’ve decided to direct more energy into our consulting and design service offerings. We are still committed to designing and installing premium heating and cooling systems for our customers and we are taking one step further. We will share our expertise with those who are looking at the feasibility of a project, with those whose projects are remote and outside of our service area, with developers who are in the planning stages of their projects and with those who want unbiased insight into their project specifics.
exchangenergy is about exchanging ideas, innovation, energy and technology. Its what we do.
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Sustainable Growth Planning: it’s a good thing.
March 5, 2012 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
exchangenergy is passionate about sustainability; but what does sustainability encompass? We’ve dedicated our time and energy to developing Geothermal (Ground Source Heat Pumps) heating and cooling solutions for builders and home owners alike, we’ve expanded our repertoire to include Air Source Heat Pumps as well as Air to Water and High Efficiency Gas systems yet we recognize that we are a tiny cog in the giant wheel of sustainable growth. Enter The Melbourne Experience: an intriguing look at how Melbourne Australia is paving the way for those of us who want to participate in what we hope is a global movement.
Take a look at Vancouver’s Green City 2020 Action Plan and Vancouver’s EcoCity Initiatives to see what plans are in store for our city.
Here’s lookin’ at 2020!
Cradel to Cradel concept
February 6, 2012 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
As the newest exchangenergy staff member to take the Sustainable Building Advisor Certification Program AND as the key blogger I’m excited to be able to share the wealth. I’m surrounded by HVAC talk and I’m in the loop with most things Geothermal in Vancouver and Vancouver Island but I’ve not yet been able to connect all the dots. Some of the questions I’ll be looking at include: How many LEAD points does installing a Geo system provide? How do we engage in integrated design discussions? How do we communicate the business case to people who are interested? How do we reach people to educate them on Geo and how it fits into a low impact way of building.
I will also share the “Ah Ha” moments I have during this process…and I will no doubt have many.
For starters I want to share two things. The first is a short video by TED of William McDonough’s Cradle to Cradle concept presentation and the other is just a captivating image.
And thanks to Stephen Rees for presenting this graphic during his speak! (Its from the City of Munster Germany’s transit campaign)
Happy Holidays from exchangenergy to you!
December 16, 2011 by exchangenergy
Filed under Uncategorized, ask a geothermal expert
This has been an amazing year. We learned a lot, we developed new and lasting relationships and we’ve grown both as individuals and as a company. Vancouver’s custom heating and cooling industry is growing leaps and bounds and exchangenergy is so proud to be a key participant in this. Thanks to all of the innovative builders, developers, architects and home owners who have made this year such an incredible ride! We look forward to future projects and innovations that allow us realize our dream of doing business that really and truly benefits our earths atmosphere while creating luxurious comfort and joy!
Some key links to explore if you are considering a new build (in alphabetical order-and there are more! Call us to discuss your options.)
Some Movember cheer!
November 14, 2011 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
the Vancouver exchangenergy heating and cooling guys got together for some Movember cheer this last week…we’re planning a few more celebrations over the month and will update our manly MO photos for your enjoyment!
Chad looking very serious about his Mo.
One week in and lookin' good.
Heating and Cooling never looked so good!
November 14, 2011 by exchangenergy
Filed under Uncategorized, ask a geothermal expert
Its not that we don’t love heating and cooling but we have to admit its rare that we get our minds blown by an innovation that is not only practical and functional but to have it be sexy too?!? Rare to say the least. We loved the Lima-1 and we celebrate our own internal custom innovations on a daily basis but here’s a little Vancouver/Vancouver Island heating contractor “eye candy” for ya’ll to share in- enter Nest Learning thermostat by the fiercely creative design team behind the iPod. The Nest is not only an intuitive thermostat it’s a smart thermostat. It studies your rhythms and syncs itself to them ultimately saving you money and conserving energy.
We’ve put our selves on the waiting list and are working hard to make them available to you as soon as is possible.
Let us know what you think!
Check out the Youtube video and let us know what you think Nest
Geothermal/Geoexchange, Air Source or Air to Water?
October 31, 2011 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
It can be pretty confusing when you are looking at what type of system to integrate into your new build or retrofit so our heating experts are ready and willing to help you figure that out.
exchangenergy is passionate about designing site specific systems that meet the needs of the home builder/owner. Our roots lie in Geo but our hearts lie in sustainability, if Geo is not ideal we have solutions including Air Source Heat Pumps and Air to Water Heat Pumps.
Geo was under the radar for a long time and we alongside our peers in the industry have worked hard to bring it to the mainstream so to speak. While that allowed us time to hone our skills and to become true experts in the field we allowed viable options to take the backseat for a while. That is not to say that they didn’t get their chance to shine during consultations but our website didn’t spend much time discussing the alternatives. This is going to change. We are currently working on collecting a guest blogging team so that our experts can speak from the heart about the alternatives we feel excited about. Alternatives when Geoexchange is not an ideal fit!
Why might Geo not be ideal? Maybe the area is too remote to allow for drilling? Maybe there are budget constraints? Maybe the heating load of the build is too small to justify such a complex system? What ever the case we want to explore the options with you so that you end up with the right tool for the job.
We look forward to participating in your project.
Its been one month since we attended the Northern Cleantech Showcase
October 21, 2011 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
exchangenergy takes its eco friendly heating and cooling work very seriously. We are committed to creating systems that work as designed and that are custom per each sites specific needs. We were honored to participate in the Northern CleanTech Showcase hosted by Kachan & Co. last October where we were able to see first hand how small changes can have big impact.
China is the worlds largest consumer of Coal however China is working hard to change this truth. Showcases like the one we recently participated in are just one example of how Canada can play a role in supporting China’s energy revolution plans. In China Geothermal/Geoexchange technology is growing leaps and bounds as is the integration of solar, wind, biomass and bio-fuels. We met some incredible people and have been inspired to work harder, think bigger and be the change we want to see.
Considering the fact that a Geo-Exchange system in a typical 2500 sq. ft. home removes approximately 5 tons of greenhouse gas emissions from the atmosphere – equivalent to planting an acre of trees each year the system is operated – or taking a midsize car off the road. Take that same home…upgrade the envelope and integrate your domestic hot water into the mix and we’re talking 10 Tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions displaced. These stats grow as the heating and cooling load grows-yes, that means the bigger your build the more efficient your system can be.
We invite you to bring it.
Bring us your ideas, your projects and your vision and we’ll help to make it a reality.
Our clean cut guys will be working Movember “do’s”
October 14, 2011 by exchangenergy
Filed under ask a geothermal expert
It just so happens that all of our guys be they sales and design related or installation and field related are clean shaven. Not for long! We’ve decided to put our best face forward in support of raising awareness and funds for men’s health-prostate Cancer in particular. The guys will need to start the month off with a clean face and we’ll take photos for prosperity’s sake, then we’ll track their progress for the month. Should be a fun and fuzzy experience!
To learn more about Movember check out this link http://ca.movember.com/
To sponsor us click this link
http://mobro.co/exchangenergybro
Points of interest check out the style guide
exchangenergy to present at the Northern Cleantech Showcase in Beijing and Shanghai China
September 6, 2011 by exchangenergy
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Leading Canadian cleantech companies are on their way to meet Chinese industrialists and investors next month!
exchangenergy Vancouver is pleased to announce it has been chosen to present at the Northern Cleantech Showcase trade mission to China this September.
Northern Cleantech Showcase China 2011 will introduce promising Canadian clean technology companies to leading Chinese industrialists and large corporations, joint venture partners, potential licensors and investors in events in Beijing and Shanghai, September 20th and 22nd.
Northern Cleantech Showcase China 2011 is produced by cleantech research and advisory company Kachan & Co., in partnership with Ernst & Young, the Jiaxing Xiuzhou Industrial Park near Shanghai, the non-profit Greentech Exchange, and other partners.s
“We’re excited to participate in this event,” said Jeremy Jacob, CEO of exchangenergy. “China has become the world’s largest market for cleantech products and services, and it will be increasingly important to build relationships there.”
“Innovative Canadian cleantech companies deserve an audience with top-tier Chinese state owned enterprises, private corporations, western and local investors and government officials,” said Dallas Kachan, managing partner of Kachan & Co., the event organizer. “Canada has a long tradition of innovation; this event series is intended to help foster Canadian technology commercialization.”
To be considered, interested Canadian cleantech companies needed to fill out an online submission. An independent selection committee chose presenting companies on the basis of innovation and differentiation, market opportunity, status of product commercialization and apparent ability to execute.
Companies chosen for the showcase will also receive a one-day workshop and pitch training session in Toronto or Vancouver with Kachan and partners in advance of the event.
About the Northern Cleantech Showcase
The Northern Cleantech Showcase event series introduces leading Canadian clean technology companies to selected corporations, qualified institutional investors and others. It is produced by cleantech consulting and research company Kachan & Co. and is supported by partners. For more information, visit http://www.northerncleantechshowcase.com
