Energy Efficiency Markets Podcast
385 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 8 years ago - ★★★★ - 8 ratingsTwo seasoned energy writers follow the energy efficiency market, which is poised for major growth in North America. They provide news and analysis, and explain how businesses can make money by reducing their electricity use. Sign up for the free newsletter, Energy Efficiency Markets, by visiting www.energyefficiencymarkets.com
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Why Do Americans Want From Energy Efficiency
March 25, 2016 15:08 - 30.8 MBWhat do Americans want from their investments in energy efficiency? First of all, they want cost savings. Miles Meehan, a spokesman for HomeServeUSA, gives details of a new poll conducted by Harris of 2,100 Americans.
Big Efficiency Gains in Tiny Rhode Island
March 02, 2016 03:32 - 26.1 MBWhy are National Grid's energy efficiency programs so successful in Rhode Island? Laura Rodormer and Matthew Ray, senior strategic business analysts at National Grid, describe the popular efficiency programs--plus the company's solar program. Customers who achieve high levels of energy efficiency are eligible for higher payments (approximately 40 cents/kWh) if they produce solar under National Grid's program, which does not involve net metering.
Don't Swap Wives; Swap Energy Management Teams
February 22, 2016 23:35 - 18.9 MBIf you swap energy management teams with another business, just what will you learn? In this podcast, Maria Vargas, director of the Better Buildings Challenge, describes what Whole Foods and Hilton Worldwide learned when they swapped energy management teams in San Francisco.
Don't Swap Wives; Swap Energy Management Teams
February 18, 2016 11:35If you swap energy management teams with another business, just what will you learn? In this podcast, Maria Vargas, director of the Better Buildings Challenge, describes what Whole Foods and Hilton Worldwide learned when they swapped energy management teams in San Francisco.
NV Energy Wants More Efficiency, But Regulators Cut Programs
February 12, 2016 17:20 - 16.1 MBNV Energy wants more efficiency--but regulators in Nevada want less. That's the ironic situation in Nevada. Last July, NV Energy said its residential lighting programs in southern Nevada were so popular--three times the utility’s initial projections--that it wanted to add more money to the program mid-year. It also wanted to boost its LED lighting program between 2016-2018, but the program was eliminated by the Nevada Public Utilities Commission.
Who Are The Ubers of Energy & How Do They Create Brands?
January 05, 2016 19:21 - 26.1 MBIn this podcast, Fridrik Larsens, CEO of Larsen Energy Branding--likely the first CEO in the world to get a Ph.D in energy branding—defines energy branding and explains why many companies are doing a bad job of establishing a clear, consistent and compelling brand.
Disruptive Energy Provides Benefits--and Confusion
December 23, 2015 20:01 - 24.6 MBDisruptive energy technologies provide many opportunities to cut energy bills in commercial buildings—but the many options are leaving building owners confused, resulting in missed opportunities. Mach Energy president Jon Moeller discusses a new survey in this podcast.
What Consumers Say About Smart Grid Applications
December 20, 2015 18:22Patty Durand, executive director, Smart Grid Consumer Collaborative, shares the results of a study that categorizes consumers in terms of how they use--or avoid--smart grid applications. The most recent version of the study includes in-depth, on-camera interviews with consumers.
What Consumers Say About Smart Grid Applications
December 20, 2015 18:22 - 26.9 MBPatty Durand, executive director, Smart Grid Consumer Collaborative, shares the results of a study that categorizes consumers in terms of how they use--or avoid--smart grid applications. The most recent version of the study includes in-depth, on-camera interviews with consumers.
This Technology Helps Power Sensors for the Internet of things
December 07, 2015 16:37 - 23.3 MBEnergy harvesting can power the many sensors that are associated with the Internet of Things, says Terry Pennisi, CEO and founder of Jennova in this podcast interview (click on the player above to listen). When there's energy available as the result of fans or motors running, this energy can be harvested to power things like sensors that send data to the Internet, he explains.
This Technology Helps Power Sensors for the Internet of things
December 07, 2015 16:37Energy harvesting can power the many sensors that are associated with the Internet of Things, says Terry Pennisi, CEO and founder of Jennova in this podcast interview (click on the player above to listen). When there's energy available as the result of fans or motors running, this energy can be harvested to power things like sensors that send data to the Internet, he explains.
This Technology Helps Power Sensors for the Internet of things
December 07, 2015 16:37Energy harvesting can power the many sensors that are associated with the Internet of Things, says Terry Pennisi, CEO and founder of Jennova in this podcast interview (click on the player above to listen). When there's energy available as the result of fans or motors running, this energy can be harvested to power things like sensors that send data to the Internet, he explains.
This Technology Helps Power Sensors for the Internet of things
December 07, 2015 16:37Energy harvesting can power the many sensors that are associated with the Internet of Things, says Terry Pennisi, CEO and founder of Jennova in this podcast interview (click on the player above to listen). When there's energy available as the result of fans or motors running, this energy can be harvested to power things like sensors that send data to the Internet, he explains.
Energy-Harvesting Sensors Eliminate Need for Batteries in Some Applications
November 24, 2015 19:14 - 18.5 MBEnergy-harvesting sensors that are made of fabric and eliminate the need for batteries in some applications are the focus of this podcast interview with Keith McMillen, CEO and founder of BeBop Sensors. Listen by clicking on the player above.
Efficient Motors Cut Energy 50% to 80%, Same Cost
October 26, 2015 15:31 - 15.9 MBEnergy efficient motors can cut energy costs by 50% to 80% compared to older technologies. Even better, they can do that at the same cost as motors that use old-style technologies, says PJ Piper, president and CEO of QM Power in this podcast interview.
Helping Small Energy Efficiency Companies Tap into the Market
October 19, 2015 19:40 - 21.5 MBAbout 97 percent of the energy efficiency market is untapped due to the difficulty finding investors and other issues, says Dennis Quinn, COO of Joule Assets. And that’s a big market: nearly $279 billion in the US, he says. In this podcast, Quinn and Richard Jones, senior vice president of Hartford Steam Boiler explain how they’re going to help solve the problem by boosting investor confidence in projects. The two companies announced a portfolio-wide insurance product designed to meet the n...
Existing Denver Multi-Family Buildings Invest in EE to Stay Competitive
October 05, 2015 15:18 - 18.7 MBUSGBC Colorado has seen a number of existing multi-family building owners invest in energy efficiency recently.“The new level of attention these leading multi-family buildings are paying to energy efficiency through their voluntary participation in the Denver City Energy Project (DCEP) points to a new trend that multi-family properties are establishing towards increased investment in energy efficiency,” said Patti Mason, Executive Director, USGBC Colorado. “This positive effort and investment...
Are Government Energy Efficiency Mandates Ineffective?
May 26, 2015 15:24 - 8.01 MBGovernment energy efficiency mandates--especially those relating to appliances--are clunky and ineffective, says Ted Gayer, Brookings Institution vice president of economic studies. The costs outweigh the benefits, he says. It would make more economic sense to tax energy use or companies that produce pollution. Learn more about Gayer's views here: http://www.brookings.edu/research/testimony/2015/04/30-energy-efficiency-legislation-gayer
How are Solar Plus Storage Helping Ease Drought Problems?
May 05, 2015 15:16 - 23.8 MBHow are solar plus energy storage helping alleviate problems created by the drought in California? Neil Fromer, executive director, Resnick Institute of Sustainability at Caltech, explains the link between water availability and energy generation.
Which Ethnic Group Invests Most in Energy Efficiency?
April 28, 2015 01:32 - 13.8 MBWhich ethnic group invests most in energy efficiency? How to homeowners link solar and energy efficiency? Learn the answers to these questions by listening to this interview with Dave Treston, senior account planner at KSV, who give details about a recent energy efficiency study by KSV.
Consumers Cut Energy Use Up to 15% With Pre-Pay Energy
April 21, 2015 00:25 - 9.86 MBWhen we get a message from our cell phone provider that we're about to go over our limits, we generally cut back our calls. That's also true of consumers who opt for pre-pay energy, says Jamie Wimberly, CEO of Distributed Energy Financial Group, which has released a study showing that consumer like pre-pay energy and cut their energy use by up to 15% with it.
Energy Storage Market in California No Longer a Pilot Project
April 07, 2015 00:02 - 12.4 MBIn 2013, Before California's initiative requiring utilities to install 1,325 MW of energy storage, the market was just in test phases. But now, the market has really heated up and energy storage competes with other sources of energy. Mike Hopkins, CEO of Ice Energy, gives his perspective on the state of the market in California--and the contracts his company has won.
Benefits of a "Nodal Microgrid:" Energize Ithaca Project
March 31, 2015 04:23 - 16.4 MBIn Ithaca, NY, Herbert Dwyer, president and CEO, ASI Energy, is developing the state's first "nodal microgrid," which is being built in phases. The project combines CHP with solar to provide heat and electricity. In this podcast, Dwyer explains the reasoning behind the "nodal" concept and its benefits.
Saving Energy, Donating to Those Who Need It?
March 31, 2015 04:03 - 11.3 MBHere's an interesting idea: creating a system that allows people to save energy, and then donate the amount saved to someone else who needs it! A new project, "Community First! Village" takes a step in that direction. Listen to our interview with Michele Negley, vice president, southern region, CLEAResult.
Popular Behavior Change App Yields 9% to 10% Energy Savings
March 17, 2015 03:39 - 17.8 MBPeople Power's Presence Pro Energy Pilot Program--whose app was a Number One seller in the Apple store--has yielded 9% to 10% energy savings. The program first attracts participants with programs that allow them to monitor pets and relatives at home, then adds energy efficiency. Gene Wang, CEO of People Power, explains.
Testing The Powers of Microgrids in College Project
March 10, 2015 00:19 - 13.2 MBA project at Las Positas College in Livermore, funded by a $1.5 million grant from the California Energy Commission, will test the powers of energy storage and microgrids to integrate renewable energy sources, curb peak power and take a mission-critical circuit off-grid. Herve Mazzocco, vice president of solutions for Imergy Power Systems, describes the project.
Can California Double Efficiency of Existing Buildings?
March 02, 2015 19:13 - 14.2 MBCan California double the efficiency of existing buildings? Lauren Faber, west coast political director for the Environmental Defense Fund, describes California's new package of bills aimed at fighting climate change, including an effort to double the energy efficiency of existing buildings.
Energy Efficiency Creates Jobs in North Carolina
February 24, 2015 06:11 - 10.5 MBBuilding efficiency and energy storage are creating jobs in North Carolina, according to the 2014 North Carolina Clean Energy Industry Census, which showed about 25% annual job growth in clean energy overall since 2012, outpacing growth of other industries in the state. Ivan Urlaub, executive director of the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association, explains the gains in the energy efficiency industry revealed in the report.
What's The Difference Between Community Solar & Green Power
February 17, 2015 03:14 - 12.5 MBWith PG&E planning to offer solar as both a community solar and green power program, we asked what's the difference--and who would be interested in community solar instead of green power. Erica Schroeder McConnell, attorney for Interstate Renewable Energy Council, answers the question in this podcast.
Super Bowl Goes Green with LED Lighting
February 09, 2015 20:05 - 13.1 MBThis year's Super Bowl was the first Super Bowl played under LED lighting. What are the advantages to LED lighting in stadiums? What are the biggest energy users in sports stadiums, which generally consume huge amounts of electricity? What are the best ways to green them? Jim Fitzpatrick, business development manager for CLEAResult, answers these questions in this podcast.
Clean Energy Opportunities Abound In India
February 03, 2015 17:22 - 11.1 MBWith Obama's recent visit to India, and the country's big focus on boosting solar development, what are the opportunities for clean energy developers--including those involved in energy efficiency and microgrids? Anjali Jaiswal, director of NRDC's India Initiative, discusses the opportunities and barriers in India and explains why India is a great market for clean energy in general.
How The Best States Support Energy Efficiency
January 26, 2015 22:54 - 13.3 MBWhat are states that support energy efficiency doing that other states are not? And the states that don’t support energy efficiency–what are they doing wrong and why? Jeff Haydock, president and CEO of EcoCFO, a consulting firm, gives his point of view. He also explains what needs to be done to boost efficiency in general.
What Utilities Should Do with Smart Meter Data
January 20, 2015 03:50 - 14.5 MBUtilities could be doing more with smart meter data in ways that help consumers cut their electricity use. In this podcast, Nat Treadway, Managing Partner, Distributed Energy Financial Group (DEFG), explains the problem and says that utilities could offer consumers daily energy use summaries, plus incentives for reducing their energy consumption.
Helping Off-Grid Electricity Users With Solar Products
January 12, 2015 20:44 - 13.1 MBA company made up of young entrepreneurs has sold more than 3 million solar-powered lamps and mobile phone chargers for off-grid users using unusual distribution strategies. Listen to the podcast with Jonas Ketterle, Imagineer at Greenlight Planet to learn how they did it.
How To “Credential” Energy Efficiency Projects for Investors Part 2
January 06, 2015 06:21 - 17.2 MBHow do you “credential” energy efficiency projects for investors and what are the benefits? Matt Golden, director of the Investor Confidence Project for the Environmental Defense Fund, answers these questions in this podcast, Part 2 of our interview with him about building investor confidence in energy efficiency.
Building Investor Confidence in Energy Efficiency Projects Part 1
December 30, 2014 05:11 - 6.19 MBThe Investor Confidence Project provides energy efficiency standards that serve as the "logo in the lobby," building investor confidence in much the same way the LEED program standards and certification build confidence in projects, says Matt Golden, director of the Environmental Defense Fund's Investor Confidence Project in this podcast, which is Part One of Two Parts.
Jobs About in These Green Industries; How to Train For Them?
December 23, 2014 16:54 - 8.12 MBDemand is growing for service technicians who can repair solar modules, electric vehicle chargers, and other products in green industries. Rue Phillips, CEO of True South Renewables, describes a training program for these jobs, whose workers bring in $50,000 - $75,000 a year.
Putting Power in Consumers' Control with Microgrids, Storage
December 16, 2014 19:37 - 15.3 MBThe future of energy is distributed energy, says Bill Watkins, CEO of Imergy Power. Solar, energy storage and microgrids will put power in consumers' control--where it should be, he says. Companies like Walmart should build microgrids and offer power to neighbors, he says in this podcast.
When EV Charging is Too Popular, These Standards Can Help
December 09, 2014 10:08 - 12 MBBC Hydro expects that in the near future, it will experience problems meeting the demand from consumers to charge their electric vehicles during peak hours. In a new project, the company has partnered with Greenlots to create standards that will allow for smart grid innovation and solutions to challenges like BC Hydro’s.
Helping Community Solar Developers Cut Through Red Tape
December 02, 2014 04:08 - 9.87 MBInterest in community solar is growing, but one of the main challenges is the red tape associated with getting projects up and running. Tom Hunt, director of research and government relations, Clean Energy Collective, talks about a new DOE-supported web platform that will help overcome this obstacle.
What Will Hurt Energy Efficiency & Boost it in 2015?
November 25, 2014 03:52 - 10.5 MBWhich states are rolling back their energy efficiency programs? Which states are boosting them–and why? In this podcast, Jordan Doria, Manager of Stakeholder Engagement, Ingersoll Rand’s Center for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability, gives predictions for efficiency in 2015.
The Booming Market for Off-Grid Energy in Urban Areas
November 18, 2014 00:48 - 9.28 MBThere’s a booming market for off-grid energy that takes advantage of solar in urban areas, says Alex MeVay, president and CTO of Blue Sky Energy. Solar street lighting and solar parking meters are two examples. His company offers technology that improves by 10 to 30 percent the output of solar systems that use battery storage.
Lower Cost, Up to 5% Peak Reduction: Opower BDR
November 11, 2014 05:03 - 12.5 MBIn a study of Opower’s new behavioral demand response program, the company found some surprising and exciting results. The program costs less than traditional demand response programs, and yields more–up to 5% peak reduction. Learn the three keys to unlocking DR’s full potential. Download the OPower white paper: http://clk.ml-links.com/clk?pub=634&pgr=1166&src=12993&ctg=667&tstamp=20141028T235917&ast=42350&cmp=13753&crv=0&pos=0&frm=1927&imp=6071841131331717263&yld=0
A Microgrid For Homes: Solar Plus Storage
October 28, 2014 14:43 - 12.5 MBWhat’s a microgrid for a home? It’s a system that combines solar and energy storage in a home, and automatically determines when it’s best to use solar, battery storage, or other power sources. Bill Southworth, CEO of Elecyr, describes this system and the possible impact of California’s efforts to require net-zero homes by 2020.
Why is CHP Microgrid Market Ripe for Growth?
October 28, 2014 01:51 - 18.8 MBWhy is the CHP microgrid market ripe for growth? In this podcast, Chris Lyons, manager of power generation, Solar Turbines, names the factors that are driving growth in the market, including storms like Superstorm Sandy, gas prices, and regulatory issues.
App Showcases Navy's Energy Efficiency Efforts
October 14, 2014 15:42 - 14.5 MBThe US Navy wants to show off its energy efficiency efforts--and solicit ideas for new ways to save energy. It's doing all that with a new app. Rear Admiral Kevin Slates, director of energy and environmental readiness, Chief of Naval Operations Staff, describes the app and the efficiency efforts.
Benefits of Frozen Water as Residential Energy Storage
October 07, 2014 15:09 - 13.3 MBFrozen water has been used in the past for commercial energy storage to reduce cooling loads. However, a new product from Ice Energy allows for residential energy storage, which provides many benefits in areas with high cooling loads. James White, owner of Ice Energy, explains the benefits of energy storage for residential customers.
Utilities Should Follow This Example to Support EV Use
September 30, 2014 15:17 - 15.1 MBHow is NV Energy generating new electricity sales by promoting the use of EVs? And what economic benefits are the company’s customers reaping? In this podcast, Mike Salisbury, transportation program associate with Southwest Energy Efficiency Project describes what the company is doing right–and what’s needed from states to boost EV use.
We Want Access to Homeowners’ Data: Smart Grid Companies
September 23, 2014 04:51 - 9.11 MBIn response to requests from smart grid companies and homeowners who want to save energy, the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association wants to make homeowner data available from utilities. Listen to the podcast with Betsy McCorkle, Director of Government Affairs, to learn how the organization is working to make this happen.
Efficiency Companies Gain Exposure at Conference
September 16, 2014 15:33 - 9.17 MBSWSX Eco, which takes place Oct. 6-8, provides opportunities for energy efficiency companies to gain exposure to investors, utilities, and others. Chris Sonnier, producer of SXSW Eco, discusses efficiency trends that will be addressed at the conference and describes opportunities, especially for software companies.