When building or renovating an apartment complex, you don't need to settle for high energy bills. Geothermal heating and cooling systems, also called geo-exchange, are an increasingly common addition to multi-resident properties. But what makes this relatively new form of renewable energy so popular?
Heating and Cooling Efficiently
Geo-exchange systems work with the Earth itself to heat and cool buildings. During the initial installation, a long loop of tubes extends anywhere from a few dozen to hundreds of feet below ground.
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Whether you've recently inherited a family farm operation or you've decided to buy one of your own, one of the things that you need to give careful consideration to is your water source. This is true whether you're producing crops, raising livestock, or both. It's in your best interest to give careful consideration to your current water supply and then discuss the possibility of agricultural well drilling to ensure adequate and sustainable water on your property.
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Logging has been a vital part of North America's industry for hundreds of years. While a lot has changed in that time period, logging still remains an important part of America's current exports and will long into the future. If you are considering getting into the logging job market, or simply want to know how logging can help your company, then there are a few key points you should understand about modern logging.
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If you've recently started a small commercial farm, you may be wondering if there's any real benefit to using organic nitrogen fertilizer or if you should simply stick with the conventional variety. You may be asking yourself if it really matters if plant nutrients come from an organic or chemical source. While nitrogen is an essential component of optimal health for the vast majority of agricultural crops, many experts believe that organic nitrogen fertilizer is more efficient than its chemical counterpart in a variety of ways.
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If you are starting up a new farm and plan to plant a lot of crops, this can be a huge waste of time and money if the crops do not grow well. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to help increase the chances of everything being healthy.
Use an Electric Drive System
One of the best ways you can ensure a good, healthy crop is to use an electric drive system.
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