Ground Water Industry Growth Opportunities In Geothermal Heating/Cooling Subject Of NGWA Conference

Westerville, OH — Increasing public demand for reduced fossil fuel consumption is creating growing business diversification opportunities with geothermal heating and cooling systems, according to presentations scheduled for the National Ground Water Association's "Geothermal and Horizontal Drilling Forum," August 25-25, 2008 in Columbus, Ohio.

Using vertically drilled earth boreholes to connect heat pumps is a proven, reliable, and efficient way to heat and cool buildings and homes of all sizes. Water well contractors, as well as HVAC professionals, consulting engineers, architects, planners, developers, and others will learn from the technology's leading experts during this event.

Drilling technologies, large open loop systems, standing column well installations, and reducing the nation's energy demands will be among topics features in this real-world forum on design, installation, and equipment.

Read more about the "2008 NGWA Geothermal and Horizontal Drilling Forum: Diversification and Cross-training Strategies" conference or call 800 551.7379 (614 898.7791) for more information.

About NGWA
NGWA, a nonprofit organization comprised of 14,000 U.S. and international ground water professionals—contractors, equipment manufacturers, suppliers, scientists, and engineers—is dedicated to advancing the expertise of all ground water professionals and to furthering ground water awareness and protection through education and outreach. NGWA's vision is to be the leading community of ground water professionals that promotes the responsible development, use, and management of ground water resources.

SOURCE: NGWA