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Heat Pump For AC?

Heat Pump for AC

The term Heat Pump may seem a little deceptive when considering using a Heat Pump for AC (cooling). In reality, if you already have a conventional air conditioner in your home, you are already using a Heat Pump for cooling. That’s right; an air conditioner uses the same principles of refrigeration to cool the air […]

Homeowner How To of Heat Pump Installation

It’s no secret that heat pumps are a great way to heat your home and cut down on your energy costs, but many homeowners are hesitant to install one because they think it will be too expensive or overly complicated. By choosing the right partners for your project, it doesn’t have to be. The process […]

Heat Pumps For Homes in Ontario

Geothermal Installation Owen Sound

Attention homeowners; It’s time to choose heat pumps for homes in Ontario! Heat Pumps can handle 100% of your heating, cooling, and hot water needs. If you’re wondering which is the best option: Air Source or Ground Source, you’re not alone. This is a very common question! Both have pros and cons, but one may […]

Retrofitting Hydronic Heating System with Heat Pumps

What’s a Hydronic Heating System? Over the last weeks, Evolved Thermal Energy has received numerous calls for homes with existing hydronic heating systems (radiators or infloor heating) looking to retrofit with heat pumps. These are exciting opportunities as a Heat Pump system (when properly designed) can provide significant benefits to these applications. Lower heating costs, […]

Jeff Hunter

Co-Founder . Client & Contractor Manager

Jeff started in the HVAC industry in 2005, joining NextEnergy Inc., a fast-growing Canadian distributor of geothermal heat pump systems. Jeff honed his technical skills by applying his mechanical engineering background in systems design to providing training to installers and troubleshooting equipment in the field and remotely for installation contractors across Canada.

Following NextEnergy Inc., Jeff transitioned into conventional wholesale trade, working with HVAC equipment manufacturers and installation contractors for both residential and commercial applications. Working in this industry, it became apparent to Jeff that Heat Pump technologies were encountering bottlenecks getting to market through the traditional equipment distribution channels.

Jeff is committed to supporting the industry as a whole, he currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Ontario Geothermal Association, a not-for-profit industry association focused on advocating for GeoExchange technology in Canada. Jeff is also a part-time Professor with Conestoga College in the Renewable Energy Techniques and Applied Energy Management programs. He enjoys helping students find their career paths in renewable energy. Jeff also volunteers on various technical and community engagement committees. Jeff is committed to helping accelerate the adoption of ground source heat pumps in Canada.

Annie Hatherton

Co-Founder . Accounting & Finance Manager

Annie has renewable energy in her blood. Her family has been in involved in the ground source heat pump industry since the early 80’s. She started working at NextEnergy Inc., the family Geothermal Heat Pump distribution business in 2006 after graduating from Wilfrid Laurier University. Annie held positions in warehousing, logistics, operations, eventually making her way into accounting.

In 2014, Annie joined ZON Engineering, a growing solar and high-performance buildings engineering consulting firm. She manages accounting and operations for both ZON Engineering and ZON Generation.

As Co-Founder and Partner in Evolved Thermal Energy Inc., Annie brings her vast hands-on Finance, Operations, and HR experience to help ETE grow.