@techreport {330,
	title = {A Guide to On-Line Geological Information and Publications for Use in GSHP Site Characterization},
	year = {2000},
	institution = {Geo-Heat Center, Oregon Institute of Geology},
	address = {Klamath Falls, Oregon},
	abstract = {One of the first steps in the consideration of a GSHP system is a characterization of the site in terms of geology and groundwater availability. Information concerning aquifer (or aquifers) available at the site, their ability to produce water, depth to water, geology, depth to bedrock and the nature of the soil and rock (hydraulic and thermal properties) are key issues. This information guides the designer in the selection of the type of GSHP system to be used and in the design of the system.

The ground source industry has not taken full advantage of available geological information resources in the past. This document is an effort to introduce GSHP designers to some of these information sources and the nature of the data that is available. A special emphasis has been placed on Internet based resources operated by government agencies--primarily the USGS and state geological surveys. The following section provides some background information on the maps and other information sources in general. This is followed by summaries of information available for the most active GSHP
states.},
	keywords = {$\#$Geothermal, $\#$GeothermalHomeownerResources, geothermal, ground source heat pumps, GSHP},
	url = {http://geoheat.oit.edu/otl/guidegshp.pdf},
	author = {Kevin Rafferty}
}
@techreport {327,
	title = {An Information Survival Kit for the prospective geothermal heat pump owner},
	year = {2001},
	institution = {Geo-Heat Center, Oregon Institute of Technology},
	address = {Klamath Falls, OR},
	abstract = {Geothermal heat pumps (GHPs), although not a new technology, remain a small (but growing) player in the residential heating/cooling sector. Although somewhat higher in first cost, this technology can, in the right application, quickly repay this cost premium through savings in energy costs.

Despite all the positive publicity on GHPs, they are not for everyone. Like any other heating and cooling system, GHPs tend to fit well in certain circumstances and poorly in others. Familiarizing yourself with the factors that effect the feasibility of GHPs will assist you in making an informed decision as to their suitability for your home.

It is the intention of this package to provide that information and to address some of the commonly asked questions regarding the technology. Please feel free to contact us if you have questions not covered in this package.},
	keywords = {$\#$Geothermal, $\#$GeothermalHomeownerResources, alternative energy, geothermal, green energy, ground source heat pumps, GSHP, heat pump, renewable energy, renewables, standing column},
	url = {http://geoheat.oit.edu/ghp/survival.pdf}
}
@online {139,
	title = {Boston Subsurface Project at Tufts University},
	publisher = {Tufts University},
	abstract = {<p>
	A web-searchable database / visualization tool for all of the borings associated with the central artery project / "Big Dig" in Boston.</p>
},
	keywords = {$\#$MapsDataPublications, $\#$Subsurface, aquifer, Big Dig, boreholes, boring logs, Boston, boston blue clay, central artery project, glacial, ground source heat pumps, groundwater, GSHP, subsurface, surficial, water resources, well, well completion reports, wells},
	url = {http://bostonsoil.atech.tufts.edu/}
}
@online {129,
	title = {The Massachusetts DEP Hydrogeologic Information Matrix},
	publisher = {MassDEP},
	abstract = {An index of all USGS geologic maps and hydrogeologic publications for Massachusetts, cross-referenced and indexed by town and 7.5{\textquoteright} quadrangle.  This is an extremely valuable resource for finding geologic data for a given site.
},
	keywords = {$\#$BedrockMaps, $\#$Hydro, $\#$MapDatabase, $\#$MapsDataPublications, $\#$QuadIndex, $\#$SurficialMaps, aquifer, catalog, data, database, GEOLOGIC MAP, ground source heat pumps, groundwater, hydrogeology, index, maps, quadrangles, water resources},
	url = {http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/dep/water/compliance/hydromat.pdf}
}
@online {140,
	title = {SearchWell - MassDEP Well Driller Program},
	publisher = {MassDEP},
	abstract = {<p>Searchable online database of well completion reports in Massachusetts. Maintained by MassDEP</p>},
	keywords = {$\#$Geothermal, $\#$Hydro, $\#$MapsDataPublications, $\#$Subsurface, $\#$Water, $\#$WaterResources, aquifer, boreholes, boring logs, glacial, ground source heat pumps, groundwater, GSHP, search well, searchwell, subsurface, subsurface data, water resources, water wells, well completion reports, wells},
	url = {https://eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/dep/searchwell/}
}
