I'll be out of town and away from my speedy computer for a bit. (My laptop and modem being circa 1992!!) But I will be interested in chairing or adding to a discussion on this topic soon.
I work with a branch of the Canadian Federal Government that is working to promote the efficient use of district energy (heating and cooling) in Canada. We've worked on many projects that involve heating with biomass and a variety of other fuels that decrease community dependence on outside...