Progress in the new construction of the Jahn gymnasium: drilling confirms geothermal energy!

Progress in the new construction of the Jahn gymnasium: drilling confirms geothermal energy!

Something is happening in Großröhrsdorf! Preparations for the replacement of the Jahn gymnasium at the stadium are in full swing. As the municipality informs in a current announcement, the planning is almost completed, which gives hope that construction will start soon. But before the excavators roll in, there was already an important step: test drilling took place on July 16th and 17th, which is intended to provide crucial information for the construction project. The community reports that A depth of around 100 meters was reached during these drillings, with around 100 grams of earth or rock being removed every two meters.

The samples are not just for the curiosity of geologists. They are used to analyze the nature of the soil and its geothermal properties. This is particularly important because the planned brine-water heat pumps are intended to use heat from the ground to heat the new gymnasium and generate hot water. This technology is very popular, as industry experts also emphasize. Energy Technology Direct highlights that Heat pump technology offers an excellent solution for sustainable heating and cooling.

Geothermal properties in focus

What exactly does this mean for the new gym? Geothermal energy comes from within the Earth and results from heat radiation from the Earth's core and the radioactive decay of minerals. It is now important to use this heat. This is because geothermal heat pumps use a constant ground temperature as a heat source. In winter they can absorb heat from the earth and bring it to a higher level in order to keep the rooms at a good temperature. In summer, however, excess heat is released back into the ground - a clever system that not only reduces costs, but also protects the environment.

The deeper layers of the earth require detailed analysis to find the best solution. The technology from Erdwärme & Bohrtechnik GmbH from Freiberg did its part here and carried out the drilling. These findings ensure that the new heat pumps work efficiently and that the gymnasium is not only heated in a modern but also environmentally friendly manner.

Advantages of geothermal energy

The benefits of using geothermal energy are numerous. The constant ground temperature ensures high efficiency, reduces CO2 emissions and reduces dependence on fossil fuels. Added to this is the longevity of the systems, which are less susceptible to weather influences. The upcoming Jahn gymnasium could be the next step towards a sustainable energy future in Großröhrsdorf.

The tests and analyzes are an important step on the way to an environmentally friendly new building. Not only is a new building being built here, but it is also setting an example for future-oriented energy policy. Citizens can look forward to further developments!