Energy & Industrial Drilling - Articles - Page 64

Nearly 70 years after Ball State University installed its four coal-fired boilers, school employees have stopped shoveling, and the old system has gone cold as the university embraces renewable energy with the world’s largest district closed geothermal energy system.

Owners Give Geothermal HVAC a Chance for Investment Properties

Dan Vastyan

May 29, 2014

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One of Colorado’s largest geothermal projects recently drew to a close. Solaire Apartments in Brighton, Colo., is entirely heated and cooled by ground-source heat pumps.

GEO Chairman Discusses Vision for Future of Geothermal

Steve Smith of Enertech Global was elected to lead the group this spring

Ted Clutter

May 15, 2014

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In wide-ranging interview, he talks geothermal HVAC challenges, lobbying and strategy.

Mansion Gets Geothermal Makeover

Tim Litton

May 1, 2014

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Since its construction in 1908, Twin Maples has been a silent witness to history. Some of that history has been up close and very personal like its 2008 top-to-bottom makeover.

How to Make Your Drill Rig Wish List

Brandon Wronski Elliott Duck

May 1, 2014

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Comparing drilling rigs can be time consuming and somewhat confusing. With so many manufacturers offering all sizes and types of equipment, how do you know which is right for your business?

Geothermal Heat Pump Industry Battles Tax Reform

To balance substantial tax cuts, the draft bill eliminates or shortens scores of tax breaks, including those currently in place for geothermal heat pumps.

March 6, 2014

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The geothermal heat pump industry has been buzzing about tax reform since the House Ways and Means Committee released a proposal by Chairman Dave Camp (R-MI) on Feb. 26.