27 Geothermal Potential in the Northeast: A Quixotic Quest or Reality?
Monday, 19 March 2012
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ballroom B
GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMP REGULATIONS IN NEW ENGLAND
Paper number: 27-5
Program: Theme Sessions
Time: 9:20 AM – 9:40 AM
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Abstract
As the number of ground source heat pump installations throughout New England dramatically increased over the past decade, each individual state has developed regulations and/or guidelines to ensure that public health and the environment are protected. This presentation will provide an overview of the requirements in the New England states regarding permitting, well construction standards, allowable well additives, water quality testing, and setback distances.