Here are some recent articles about geothermal energy development in Oregon:
Idaho
Geothermal Company Closer to $102M Loan - 6/10/10
http://www.idahostatesman.com/2010/06/10/1225413/idaho-geothermal-company-closer.html?storylink=mirelated
AltaRock Energy and Davenport Newberry to Demonstrate Innovative Geothermal Technology – 6/8/10
Idaho Public Utility Commission Approves Neal Hot Springs PPA – 5/29/10
http://thinkgeoenergy.com/archives/4813
Geothermal Interest Heats Up in Oregon – May 2010
http://www.oregonbusiness.com/articles/84-may-2010/3363-geothermal-heats-up
Here's an article about ground-source heat pumps:
Pumping up the Heat for a Climate-Friendly Future - 6/10/10
Robin
Straughan
Renewable Energy Program Coordinator
503-373-1034 | robin.straughan@state.or.us
Oregon Department of Energy | 625 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301 | oregon.gov/ENERGY