Regional News
Governor Terry Branstad Signs Iowa Geothermal Incentive Into Law
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad signed SF 2432 into law, providing a state tax credit for residential geothermal heat pump (GHP) installations equal to 20% of the federal residential energy efficient […]
Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley Signs Landmark Geo RPS Legislation
Governor Martin O'Malley (D) signed the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard - Geothermal Heating and Cooling bill (SB 652) into law, making Maryland the first state in the nation to allow utilities to claim credits for the installation of geothermal heat pumps (GHPs). The measure passed the state legislature on April 13. The law makes GHPs an accepted technology for utilities ...Read More
Green Sports Alliance Summit
Green Sports Alliance Summit September 5-7, 2012 Seattle, Washington The Green Sports Alliance Summit is a three day executive summit designed for leaders from the sports community. The summit uses […]
Maryland Governor O’Malley Signs Landmark Geothermal Heat Pump Bill
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley (D) signed the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard - Geothermal Heating and Cooling bill (SB 652) into law, making Maryland the first state in the nation to allow utilities to claim credits for the installation of geothermal heat pumps. The measure passed the state legislature on April 13. The legislation makes GHPs an accepted technology for utilities ...Read More
Center for American Progress Event: Senators Murkowski and Begich on Renewable Energy in Alaska
This morning the Center for American Progress (CAP) hosted an event to explore the challenges and opportunities for renewable energy in Alaska. Panelists discussed the cost of fuel in Alaska […]
GEO Talks About Maryland’s GHP Bill
In preparation for a cover story to issued in late-May or early June, Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration News asked Geothermal Exchange Organization (GEO) President Doug Dougherty a number of questions about passage of a bill amending Maryland's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) to include the thermal renewable energy contribution of geothermal heat pumps (GHPs). His answers provide insights about the ...Read More
Iowa Passes Geo Tax Incentive Bill
Before the Iowa Legislature adjourned on May 9, it passed SF 2342, a measure that among other things provides a state tax credit for residential geothermal heat pump (GHP) installations equal to 20% of the federal residential energy efficient property tax credit. It can be used for tax liability for 10 years or until depleted. Considering the federal GHP tax ...Read More