Lots of people talk. Few people act. Oregon State University Professor Michael Campana easily fits into the latter group. The Driller spoke with Campana about his “H20 Talk” at this month’s National Ground Water Association 2013 Groundwater Expo in Nashville, Tenn. His talk, “Hydrophilanthropy: What can you do?,” discusses his efforts bringing water systems to those in need in Central America, and what groundwater professionals can do to make a difference.

 As I prepared for the National  Ground Water Association’s 2013 Groundwater Expo in Nashville, I wanted to take a look at the state of the industry and offer a few thoughts on its near future.  

I'm going to Nashville for the National Ground Water Association's 2013 Groundwater Expo. Are you?

A UK company have developed an innovative drilled pile that integrates closed geothermal loops.

The candidate for governor has caught criticism for drilling a well amid a state drought so he can water his lawn.

Drillers know they make an impact, but that doesn’t usually mean helping to supply water for hundreds of thousands of people. Steven Bryan sensed the scope of the Central Utah Water Conservancy District project when he got the call. Working the project, which involves several 24-inch wells that will supply a swath of central Utah, only confirmed the impact.

Getting answers to this question helps ensure The Driller  is "not just another boring industry magazine."

The longer the shutdown goes on, the more likely it will affect those in the drilling trades.

If you plan to attend the IGSHPA conference and expo, plan to stop by the The Driller booth.