Experimental investigations and design tool development for surface water heat pump systems

Surface water heat pump (SWHP) systems utilize lakes, rivers, oceans, and other surface water bodies to provide heat sources and heat sinks for heat pumps. These systems provide energy-efficient heating and cooling to buildings. Though more than 65 years have passed since the first reported installation, there remains a paucity of design data. This chapter summarizes the state of the art in SWHP system design and performance.