Michigan Geothermal Guidebook
Looking to learn more about geothermal? Check out these guides to get started!
Geothermal energy is a powerful tool to decarbonize your home or business while improving energy efficiency, without sacrificing comfort. The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association is here to support Michiganders in adopting this unique technology, and has created the guidebooks below to help inform communities on how to take charge of their heating and cooling energy use.
Full Guidebook:
Michigan Geothermal Shopping Guide
If you are looking for a thorough resource to better understand the science, economics, and applications of geothermal technology, please download the full guidebook here. This 23 page shopping guide highlights organizations and opportunities focused on geothermal in Michigan, with detailed explanations of how it all works!
Commercial Guidebook
If you are considering installing geothermal for your business, nonprofit, school, place of worship, or other commercial organization, please see the abbreviated document below for tips and tools. This contains information specific to larger installations and financing options, along with testimonials from geothermal users and background information.
GLREA would like to thank 2026 summer intern Nikitha Hadya for the creation of these guidebooks, as well as board member Alan Waller and other community partners for their support.