TY - DATA
T1 - The Massachusetts Geothermal Data Project
Y1 - 2013
A1 - John Michael Rhodes
A1 - Koteas, G. Christopher
A1 - Stephen B Mabee
A1 - Ryan, Amy
A1 - Isaacson, M.
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #MGSPubs
KW - #Reports
KW - #Subsurface
KW - Andover Granite
KW - aqueous geochemistry
KW - Cape Anne granite
KW - ECS
KW - enhanced geothermal systems
KW - Fitchburg granite
KW - geothermal
KW - granite geochemistry
KW - granites
KW - heat flow
KW - hot dry rock
KW - hot springs
KW - thermal
KW - thermal conductivity
KW - thermal transmissivity
KW - whole rock geochemistry
KW - XRF
AB - A series of geothermal maps and datasets for Massachusetts derived from data collected by the MGS for Massachusetts and Connecticut. These data include whole rock geochemistry, rock and soil thermal conductivity, hot spring aqueous geochemistry, and derivative thermal and heatflow modeling. The project includes multiple datasets and products which can be accessed here or via the National Geothermal Data System (http://search.geothermaldata.org/dataset?q=Massachusetts). These datasets and products are: Maps: Comprising MGS Miscellaneous Maps 13-01 through 13-08
Data: can be downloaded from the links below - Whole Rock Geochemistry- Whole rock geochemistry for bedrock samples from MA and CT
- Bedrock Thermal Conductivity - Spreadsheet of thermal conductivity data for bedrock samples in MA and CT, with descriptions and location.
- Sediment Thermal Conductivity - Spreadsheet of thermal conductivity data for sediment / glacial deposit samples in MA and CT, with descriptions and location.
- Thermal Conductivity - Spreadsheet and GIS shapefiles of thermal conductivity measurements made on individual rock samples in Massachusetts.
- Field Data - Spreadsheet of sample locations, outcrop, lithologic descriptions and other field observations.
- Borehole Logs - Spreadsheets and borehole logs, including geophysical, temperature and optical televiewer logs, for selected water wells in Massachusetts.
- Borehole Temperature Data - Spreadsheets and historic reports of borehole locations and temperature data for select water wells in Massachusetts.
- Thermal Spring Chemistry - GIS shapefiles showing locations of thermal springs in MA and spreadsheets with observational, temperature, and aqueous geochemistry data for those springs.
- Heat Flow Data - Spreadsheets of downhole heatflow determinations and associates data for selected wells in Massachusetts.
- Thermal Modeling - Spreadsheet of estimated heatflow and temperature-at-depth calculations for selected sites in Massachusetts
PB - Massachusetts Geological Survey
ER -
TY - RPRT
T1 - A Guide to On-Line Geological Information and Publications for Use in GSHP Site Characterization
Y1 - 2000
A1 - Kevin Rafferty
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - geothermal
KW - ground source heat pumps
KW - GSHP
AB - 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.
PB - Geo-Heat Center, Oregon Institute of Geology
CY - Klamath Falls, Oregon
UR - http://geoheat.oit.edu/otl/guidegshp.pdf
ER -
TY - RPRT
T1 - An Information Survival Kit for the prospective geothermal heat pump owner
Y1 - 2001
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - alternative energy
KW - geothermal
KW - green energy
KW - ground source heat pumps
KW - GSHP
KW - heat pump
KW - renewable energy
KW - renewables
KW - standing column
AB - 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.
PB - Geo-Heat Center, Oregon Institute of Technology
CY - Klamath Falls, OR
UR - http://geoheat.oit.edu/ghp/survival.pdf
ER -
TY - Generic
T1 - Geothermal Heat Pump Information
Y1 - 0
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - alternative energy
KW - EGS
KW - ehanced geothermal systems
KW - geothermal
KW - green energy
KW - GSHP
KW - hot dry rock
KW - renewables
AB - All things geothermal. From the U.S. Department of Energy.
PB - U.S. Department of Energy
UR - http://energy.gov/eere/geothermal/geothermal-energy-us-department-energy
ER -
TY - Generic
T1 - Geothermal Heating and Cooling Technologies
Y1 - 0
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - geothermal
KW - Ground Source Heat Pump
KW - GSHP
AB - US-EPA primer for the homeowner on geothermal technologies with links to more resources.
UR - http://www2.epa.gov/rhc/geothermal-heating-and-cooling-technologies#Ground
ER -
TY - Generic
T1 - MassDEP Geothermal Integration Fact Sheet
Y1 - 0
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - geothermal
KW - Ground Source Heat Pump
KW - GSHP
KW - standing column
AB - Owners of facilities with non-potable water wells may have the opportunity to reduce their costs for heating and cooling as well as reducing their carbon footprint by installing a ground source heat pump (GSHP) system to meet their heating and cooling needs. Advancing energy efficiency and conservation are priorities for the Commonwealth and MassDEP is helping our regulated community better understand how our energy use has critical environmental consequences. Facilities with non-potable wells should consider whether adding a GSHP to existing water withdrawal schemes can save heating and cooling costs, while also reducing fossil fuel use and associated green house gas emissions.
PB - MassDEP
UR - http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/massdep/water/reports/geothermal-integration.html
ER -
TY - Generic
T1 - New England Geothermal Professional Association
Y1 - 0
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - ECS
KW - geothermal
KW - Ground Source Heat Pump
KW - GSHP
AB - NEGPA is a regional non-profit association advocating for the development of Geothermal Systems as a dependable, cost-effective, renewable resource for New England. Their website contains a host of resources for homeowners and professionals.
UR - http://www.negpa.org/
ER -
TY - Generic
T1 - Outside the Loop
Y1 - 0
KW - #Geothermal
KW - #GeothermalHomeownerResources
KW - geothermal
KW - Ground Source Heat Pump
KW - GSHP
AB - A Newsletter for Geothermal Heat Pump Designers and Installers by the GeoHeat center at the Oregon Institute of technology
PB - Geo-Heat Center, Oregon Institute of Technology
UR - http://geoheat.oit.edu/otl/index.htm
ER -