The National Ground Water Association is holding a Geothermal Heat Pump Conference and Workshops August 21-22, 2006, in Columbus, OH. The conference is intended for geothermal industry professionals including engineers, equipment and materials suppliers, and contractors. To learn more, visit www.ngwa.org and click on "Events & Education."

A keynote address entitled, "Opportunities in the Geothermal Industry," will be presented by Phil Rawlings, CGD, of Co-Energy Group LLC. The conference also will include a field trip to area geothermal installations.