The MSP Airport Tests Darcy for Long Term Scale
Growing airports are almost always building new infrastructure, and the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport is perfect example of that. Every year new projects are under way, expanding the throughput of flights via additional routes and terminals, expanding parking availability, and even adding local resources for conferences and events.
With that consistent growth comes the need to evaluate and improve technology of all kinds. MSP is forward thinking and seeks to improve their operational footprint wherever possible, as their energy use and consistently expanding footprint provide economic incentives to do so.
A Smaller Pilot to Scale Upward
Darcy Solutions installed a one-well, 10-ton groundwater geothermal system for a newly constructed airfield security checkpoint. This “proof of concept” project successfully demonstrated a highly efficient, small-footprint heating and cooling solution for critical airport infrastructure.
The decision to implement Darcy Solutions was based on the system’s ability to deliver high efficiency while fitting within the project’s land requirements. Much of the airport areas being built out have ample room, but this well was sited in tight quarters and has been operating effectively since, allowing the airport to consider Darcy for future projects as they build out year after year.