The installation of ground water monitoring wells at wastewater treatment facilities may be essential when such facilities have the potential for degrading ground water quality.
In this “From the Green Jackets” column, master ground water contractor Jason Hatfield explores some of the often hidden costs of drilling throughout the year.
Most everyone would agree with the old saying that “word-of-mouth is the best form of advertising.” Sometimes it just happens, but more often than not, you need to instigate it.
Smaller, more easily transportable and less expensive (to run) drill rigs can offer more profits and less environmental impact. Overall drilling costs (and electric power costs) can be decreased significantly, and the use of compact rigs would help make geothermal resources more competitive as a power-generating fuel.
The amount of drawdown capacity is determined by a formula known as Boyle's Law, and February's “Tech Topics” covers this formula and how to apply it to real-life conditions.
At the recently held National Ground Water Association trade show in Georgia, we visited with leading pump hoist manufacturers on the trade show floor to check out their latest offerings. Here, we share some of the highlights from those visits.
How can you stay motivated and productive during uncertain times? Adversity offers opportunities to build character, and overcoming challenges through determination and personal fortitude can drive success.
Offering a full slate of seminars and a well-rounded trade show, the National Ground Water Association's annual convention took place in Cobb County, Ga., Dec. 13-16, 2005.