Description
This dataset contains materials from the Coalition for Community-Supported Affordable Geothermal Energy Systems (C2SAGES) project, which evaluated the techno-economic feasibility of a community geothermal system for a residential development in Hinesburg, VT. The dataset includes detailed soil conductivity test reports, energy models, borehole design reports, hourly energy loads for heating, cooling, and hot water, and design layouts. EnergyPlus was used to model building energy loads, and Modelica software was applied for geothermal loop sizing based on these loads and soil conductivity results. Python scripts for network design further refined the models.
Key files include PDF reports on borehole design (with projections for 1-year, 15-year, and 30-year systems), soil conductivity test results, EnergyPlus modeling outputs, and 2D/3D design drawings in PDF, DWG, and DXF formats. Python notebooks for network design and OnePipe model files are also provided, with Modelica required for viewing certain files. Outputs and modeling data are in various formats including CSV, JPG, HTML, and IDF, with units and data clearly labeled to support understanding of system design and performance for the proposed geothermal solution.
Resources
| Name | Format | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 1 - 1 Bedroom Multifamily Building.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the 1 bedroom multifamily building | Open resource |
| Proposed Project Plan.dwg | Unknown | This is a .dwg file of the proposed project plan. | Open resource |
| Topology of Project Site.dwg | Unknown | This is a .dwg file which defines the topology of the proposed site. | Open resource |
| Borehole Loads with and without DHW - Phase 1.xlsx | XLS | This .csv file contains loads of the proposed borehole with and without DHW in Phase 1. | Open resource |
| Borehole Loads for Phase 1 and Phase 2.xlsx | XLS | This .csv file contains borehole loads of both the phases in the proposed project. | Open resource |
| Borehole Temperatures with DHW Phase 2.xlsx | XLS | This file contains inlet and outlet temperatures of the proposed borehole when providing Space Conditioning and DHW in Phase 2. | Open resource |
| Borehole Temperatures with DHW - Phase 1.xlsx | XLS | This .csv file contains inlet and outlet temperatures of the proposed borehole when providing Space Conditioning and DHW in Phase 1. | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 1 - 6 Town House Units.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the Townhouse units | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 1 - Private Townhouse Units.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the Private Townhouse units | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 1 - 8 Townhouse Unit Buildings.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the Townhouse units | Open resource |
| Axonometric View of the Proposed Project Plan.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the axonometric view of the proposed plan | Open resource |
| Back View of the Proposed Project Plan.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the back side view of the proposed plan | Open resource |
| Sterling Homes Floor Plan.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the Sterling Homes | Open resource | |
| Hourly DHW Loads - Proposed Project.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly DHW loads of the proposed project | Open resource |
| First Floor Plan.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the first floor plan of the residential housing | Open resource | |
| Front Elevation.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the front elevation of the proposed project plan | Open resource | |
| Front View of the Proposed Project Plan.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the front side view of the proposed plan | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 2 - Proposed Project.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 proposed project | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Proposed Project - Phase 2 - Daycare.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 proposed project - daycare | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Proposed Project - Phase 2 - Champlaign Housing Trust.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 proposed project - CHT | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Proposed Project - Phase 2 - Sterling Homes.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 proposed project - sterling homes | Open resource |
| Ground Floor Plan.pdf | This is a .pdf file with the ground floor plan of the proposed project plan | Open resource | |
| OnePipe Model - Phase 1.zip | ZIP | This compressed folder contains all the relevant files needed to view the proposed OnePipe Model of Phase 1 of the current project. This model defines te appropriate geothermal loop sizing to deliver the required energy loads of the current community project. Modelica software is required to view these files. | Open resource |
| Left Elevation.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the left elevation of the proposed project plan | Open resource | |
| Left View of the Proposed Project Plan.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the left side view of the proposed plan | Open resource |
| Single Family Housing Floor Plan.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the single family housing units | Open resource | |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 1 - Mixed unit buildings.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the mixed unit buildings | Open resource |
| Isometric View of the North Meadow Homes.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the isometric view of the North Meadow Homes | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus File - GHX Sizing - Phase 1.idf | Unknown | This EnergyPlus file helps in simulating the proposed GHX sizing to meet the required energy loads of Phase 1 of the proposed project | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus File - GHX Sizing - Phase 2.idf | Unknown | This EnergyPlus file helps in simulating the proposed GHX sizing to meet the required energy loads of Phase 2 of the proposed project | Open resource |
| Pipe Layout Combined Phase 1 and 2.xlsx | XLS | This .csv file gives the proposed pipe layout for both phases of the current project | Open resource |
| Top View of the Proposed Project Plan.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the top view of the proposed plan | Open resource |
| GHX Network Design - Python Notebooks - Phase 1 2.zip | ZIP | This compressed folder contains all the necessary files that help in defining a GHX Network design for the proposed project. The folder contains files related to both Phases 1 and 2. Python or any notepad editor could be used to view these files. | Open resource |
| Rear Elevation.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the rear elevation of the proposed project plan | Open resource | |
| Right Elevation.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the right elevation of the proposed project plan | Open resource | |
| Right View of the Proposed Project Plan.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the right side view of the proposed plan | Open resource |
| Second Floor Plan.pdf | This is a .pdf file showing the second floor plan of the residential housing | Open resource | |
| Isometric View of the Sterling Homes.jpg | JPG | This is a rendering image from the design software showing the isometric view of the Sterling Homes | Open resource |
| Soil Conductivity Test Report - 12-29-2023.pdf | This test report contains soil conductivity for the first borehole test in Hinesburg, VT. | Open resource | |
| Soil Conductivity Test Report - 06-12-2024.pdf | This test report contains soil conductivity for the second borehole test in Hinesburg, VT. | Open resource | |
| Borehole design report - 1 year hourly method.pdf | This is a borehole design report projecting borehole specifications for a 1 year run-time | Open resource | |
| Borehole design report - 15 year hourly method.pdf | This is a borehole design report projecting borehole specifications for a 15 year run-time | Open resource | |
| Borehole design report - 30 year monthly method.pdf | This is a borehole design report projecting borehole specifications for a 30 year run-time | Open resource | |
| Borehole design report - Summary.pdf | This is a summary of the borehole design process. | Open resource | |
| Windy Ridge Phase 1 - Baseline.idf | Unknown | Energy modeling file of Phase 1 with baseline equipment. | Open resource |
| Windy Ridge Phase 1 - Proposed Geothermal before GHX sizing.idf | Unknown | Energy modeling file of Phase 1 before sizing the Geothermal Loop | Open resource |
| Windy Ridge Phase 1 - Proposed Geothermal.idf | Unknown | Energy modeling file of Phase 1 after sizing the Geothermal Loop | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus Output - Phase 2 - Baseline - 5 electric meters.htm | HTML | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 Baseline with electric tarriffs | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus Output - Phase 2 Baseline - Gas and Water Tariff.htm | HTML | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 Baseline with gas and water tarriffs | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus Output - Phase 2 - Proposed Geothermal - 5 electric meters.htm | HTML | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 proposed geothermal with electric tarriffs | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus Output - Phase 2 - Proposed Geothermal - Water Meter.htm | HTML | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 2 Proposed project with water meters | Open resource |
| Windy Ridge Phase 2 Baseline.idf | Unknown | Energy modeling file of Phase 2 with baseline equipment. | Open resource |
| Windy Ridge Phase 2 Proposed Geothermal.idf | Unknown | Energy modeling file of Phase 2 after sizing the Geothermal Loop | Open resource |
| Hourly Space Conditioning Loads - Phase 1 - Proposed Project.csv | CSV | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly space conditioning loads of the proposed project | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus Output - Phase 1 Baseline.htm | HTML | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly loads of the baseline design in Phase 1 | Open resource |
| EnergyPlus Output - Phase 1 Proposed Geothermal.htm | HTML | This is an EnergyPlus output defining the hourly loads of the proposed geothermal design in Phase 1 | Open resource |
Tags
- borehole-design
- borehole-testing
- building-energy-modeling
- commgeo
- community-engagement
- community-geothermal
- development
- energy
- energy-model
- energyplus
- geothermal
- geothermal-heat-pump
- geothermal-loop-sizing
- geothermal-network-design
- geothermal-sizing
- ground-heat-exchanger
- hinesburg
- hourly-energy-loads
- modelica
- modeling
- onepipe
- python
- report
- sizing
- system-design
- thermal-conductivity-test
- vermont
- workforce-development