Geothermal Preconditioning for High-Performance Ventilation
March 12th | Fort Collins, CO
Geothermal preconditioning for high-efficiency heat recovery ventilation, widely used in European construction, is now making its way to North America. In this presentation hosted by 475.Supply, we’ll introduce the essentials of the Brink ERV/HRV System—the highest-efficiency system available in North America, as certified by the Passive House Institute—and the newly available GHT geothermal heat exchanger. Together, these systems provide geothermal preconditioning for incoming air, delivering year-round comfort while supporting high-performance, low-energy, and healthy homes. The innovative GHT brine defroster functions as a geothermal heat exchanger, preventing freezing during cold winters and cooling incoming air in hot summers to ensure optimal ventilation system performance. As airtight construction moves closer to Passive House standards, this presentation emphasizes the vital role of balanced, filtered, and continuous mechanical ventilation systems in improving air quality, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing comfort and health for occupants.
