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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The Booming Lighting Controls Market
October 13, 2010 20:38 - 2.84 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Danny Yu, CEO of Daintree Networks, which is a wireless lighting control company that is offering the first open-standards platform for commercial lighting controls. He explains how lighting control companies can take advantage of his platform and gives a feel for the size of the booming lighting controls market.
New security guidelines for the smart grid part 2
October 07, 2010 06:15 - 1.58 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Marianne Swanson, chair of the Cyber Security Working Group and a senior advisor for information system security at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. She describes an initial set of smart grid standards and how they affect smart grid product vendors and utilities.
New security guidelines for the smart grid part 1
September 29, 2010 19:29 - 2.75 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Marianne Swanson, chair of the Cyber Security Working Group and a Senior Advisor for Information System Security at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. She describes an initial set of “Smart Grid” standards and how they affect Smart Grid product vendors and utilities.
Meeting EPA’s new data center standards
September 23, 2010 01:14 - 3.02 MBLisa Cohn from realenergywriters.com interviews Bob Hunter, CEO of TrendPoint Systems, about a new approach to managing data center efficiency to meet new EPA standards.
EE advances in the IT sector part 2
September 16, 2010 02:18 - 1.75 MBLisa Cohn from realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Rick Bauer, director of product management for CompTIA, a nonprofit trade organization for information technology. They discuss a new study showing a worldwide cut of more than 32 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions associated with IT equipment since 2007.
EE advances in the IT sector part 1
September 09, 2010 23:39 - 2.62 MBLisa Cohn from realenergywriters.com interviews Rick Bauer, director of product management for CompTIA, a nonprofit trade organization for information technology. They discuss a new study showing a worldwide cut of more than 32 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions associated with IT equipment since 2007.
Stretching oil supplies with additives part 2
September 03, 2010 03:24 - 1.9 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Sergio Trindade, Ph.D., director of science and technology for International Fuel Technology. He's a co-laureate of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize, as a member of the International Panel on Climate Change. He served as the assistant secretary-general of the United Nations (UN) for Science and Technology. Our topic: stretching the oil supply with additives.
Stretching oil supplies with additives part 1
August 26, 2010 19:12 - 3.15 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Sergio Trindade, Ph.D., director of science and technology for International Fuel Technology. He's a Co-laureate of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize as a member of the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and served as the Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) for Science and Technology. Our topic: stretching the oil supply with additives.
Standardized integrated building solutions
August 19, 2010 21:02 - 4.12 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Nathan Rothman, founder and CEO of Optimum Energy, LLC, about the advantages of standardized, integrated building EE programs. He also discusses why the commercial EE market is so big--and challenges to tapping that market.
Converting waste to energy efficiently part 2
August 12, 2010 17:35 - 3.08 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Moin Sarker, COO of Natural State Research, who recently was recognized by the Association of Energy Engineers for NSR's technology that converts waste plastic into hydrocarbon liquid fuel. This high-octane fuel burns cleaner and more efficiently than traditional gasoline and diesel, and it can be produced at a lower overall cost, he says.
Converting waste to energy efficiently part 1
August 05, 2010 20:08 - 3 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Dr. Moin Sarker, COO of Natural State Research, who recently was recognized by the Association of Energy Engineers for NSR's technology that converts waste plastic into hydrocarbon liquid fuel. This high-octane fuel burns cleaner and more efficiently than traditional gasoline and diesel, and it can be produced at a lower overall cost, he says.
What's needed to jump-start EV use part 2
July 30, 2010 02:58 - 2.29 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Oliver Hazimeh, director of the global e-Mobility practice at the management consulting firm PRTM. He describes what's needed to jump-start and sustain the electric vehicle industry. We need to create a viable "ecosystem," he says.
What's Needed to Jump-Start EV Use part 1
July 22, 2010 14:41 - 2.25 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Oliver Hazimeh, director and head of the global e-Mobility practice at the global management consulting firm PRTM, about what's needed to jump-start the electric vehicle industry in ways that create a sustainable industry. We need to create a viable "ecosystem," he says.
EE benefits of CHP and district energy systems
July 16, 2010 17:26 - 2.28 MBLisa Cohn from realenergywriters.com interviews William “Bill” DiCroce, chief operating officer of Veolia Energy, about the company’s long-term agreement to operate and maintain the Medical Area Total Energy Plant (MATEP) in Boston, which serves six world-class hospitals. He talks about the advantages of combined heat and power.
Improving air quality and EE
July 09, 2010 00:55 - 2.51 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Larry Sunshine, vice president of sales and marketing for Plasma Air, about how new code changes allow building owners and operators to save money by cleaning the air and reaping energy efficiency.
Changing behavior for energy efficiency part 2
July 01, 2010 20:43 - 2.44 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with J. Michael Walker, president of Beacon Consultants Network, who describes ways to help change people’s behavior so they invest in EE measures.
Changing behavior for energy efficiency part 1
June 25, 2010 03:09 - 3.05 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews J. Michael Walker, president of Beacon Consultants Network, who describes ways to help change people’s behavior so they invest in EE measures.
The need for EE in climate change bills
June 18, 2010 00:13 - 1.91 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Steven Nadel, executive director of ACEEE, about a new report that shows current climate change proposals under-utilize energy efficiency. He explains how much would be gained--in terms of jobs and energy savings--by providing for additional EE.
Challenges to smart grid implementation part 2
June 10, 2010 19:33 - 2.61 MBLisa Cohn of RealEnergyWriters.com continues her interview with Steve Nguyen, director of corporate marketing and Anders Axelsson, senior VP of sales and market development for Echelon about the factors blocking smart grid in the U.S. Echelon is working to transform the grid into a smart, communicating network.
Challenges to smart grid implementation part 1
June 04, 2010 00:56 - 2.32 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Steve Nguyen, director of corporate marketing and Anders Axelsson, senior VP of sales and market development for Echelon Corp. about the factors preventing Smart Grid implementation in the U.S. Echelon is working to transform the grid into a smart, communicating network.
The efficiency of advanced plasma lighting part 2
May 28, 2010 00:39 - 2.12 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Greg Barry, president and CEO of Topanga Technologies, about efficiency and best applications in advanced plasma lighting technology.
The efficiency of advanced plasma lighting part 1
May 20, 2010 23:26 - 1.61 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Greg Barry, president and CEO, Topanga Technologies about the efficiency advantages of and best applications for advanced plasma lighting technology.
Smart grid technology update part 2
May 13, 2010 22:28 - 1.56 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Judith McGarry, vice president of marketing for Grid Net, a leader in smart grid and smart home platforms. She gives an update on smart grid and smart home technology and identifies the challenges to building a smart grid.
Smart grid technology update part 1
May 07, 2010 16:31 - 2.2 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Judith McGarry, vice president of marketing for Grid Net, a leader in smart grid and smart home platforms. She gives an update on smart grid and smart home technology and identifies the challenges to building a smart grid.
The good and bad of LED lighting part 2
April 30, 2010 00:20 - 1.77 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com continues her interview with Ron Harwood, president of Illuminating Concepts, about the advantages and disadvantages of LED lights. When is it best to use them? What kind of advances will we see in them?
The Good and Bad of LED Lighting Part 1
April 22, 2010 21:00 - 2.83 MBLisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Ron Harwood, president of Illuminating Concepts, about the advantages and disadvantages of LED lights. When is it best to use them? What kind of advances will we see in them?
How consumers view EnergyStar brand part 2
April 16, 2010 04:15 - 2.77 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Jamie Wimberly, CEO of the marketing agency EcoAlign, about a new study of consumer perceptions of the EnergyStar brand. Among other things, the study found that consumers would like a "tiered" approach -- "Gold" and "Silver" labels.
How consumers view EnergyStar brand
April 09, 2010 01:47 - 3.02 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Jamie Wimberly, CEO of the marketing agency EcoAlign, about a new study of consumer perceptions of the EnergyStar brand. Among other things, the study found that consumers would like a "tiered" approach-- "Gold" and "Silver" labels.
LED lighting vs. compact fluorescents
April 02, 2010 05:46 - 2.58 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews John Martin, principal of Pro-Tech Energy Solutions about the advantages of light-emitting diodes. Top among the pluses: They don't pose the disposal issues that are associated with CFLs.
Deep Energy Retrofits Part 3
March 26, 2010 01:57 - 1.44 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets checks back in with Jeff Wilson, a host for the HGTV and the DIY Network, about deep energy retrofits. He discusses the opportunity that residents have to save money by retrofitting their homes. Check out his website at www.thegreenedhouseeffect.com.
Preparing Oregon for plug-in electric cars
March 18, 2010 19:40 - 2.71 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Charlie Allcock, director of economic development for Portland General Electric, about the utility’s efforts to make Oregon ready for all-electric vehicles. He addresses the rate and infrastructure changes needed.
Challenges of getting EE funding for startups part 2
March 11, 2010 22:48 - 2.96 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Dan Pauley, principal, American Renewable Energies, about why it's tough for small- to mid-sized businesses to get startup funding in EE.
Challenges of getting EE funding for startups part 1
March 05, 2010 05:36 - 3.29 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Dan Pauley, principal, American Renewable Energies, about why it's tough for small- to mid-sized businesses to get startup funding in EE.
Deep energy retrofits part 2
February 25, 2010 21:09 - 3.22 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Jeff Wilson, a host for HGTV and the DIY Network, about deep energy retrofits. How are they different from energy audits and what are their benefits? Check out his website at www.thegreenedhouseeffect.com.
Deep energy retrofits part 1
February 18, 2010 22:27 - 2.63 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Jeff Wilson, a host for HGTV and the DIY Network, about deep energy retrofits. How are they different from energy audits and what are their benefits? Check out his website at www.thegreenedhouseeffect.com.
Indoor air quality technology improves energy efficiency
February 11, 2010 19:20 - 2.11 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Alexis Huggins, market analyst for Global Market Consultants, about how certain air quality improvements cut energy use.
Making solar more efficient
February 04, 2010 23:23 - 2.2 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Joe Grimes, chief operating officer of XsunX, about how the company has made solar thin film more efficient. In the lab, XsunX’s solar technology has reached 20% conversion efficiency, the highest in the world for thin film. The challenge is transferring this efficiency to the field.
New technology for the Smart Grid part 2
January 28, 2010 22:36 - 2.03 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Matt Marshall, founder of VentureBeat, about Silicon Valley's role in smart grid innovation. He explains how companies are developing new technologies for the grid that give consumers easier access to information and increased control of their personal energy use.
New technology for the Smart Grid part 1
January 21, 2010 18:49 - 2.35 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Matt Marshall, founder of VentureBeat, about Silicon Valley's role in smart grid innovation. He explains how companies are developing new technologies for the grid that give consumers easier access to information and increased control of their personal energy use.
Cutting fossil fuel use with bioplastics part 2
January 14, 2010 17:53 - 2.04 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Frederic Scheer, founder and CEO of Cereplast, a company that produces plastics without petroleum. Ten percent of the fossil fuels imported into the US are used in plastics, he says.
Cutting fossil fuel use with bioplastics part 2
January 14, 2010 17:53Lisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Frederic Scheer, founder and CEO of Cereplast, a company that produces plastics without petroleum. Ten percent of the fossil fuels imported into the US are used in plastics, he says.
Cutting fossil fuel use with bioplastics part 1
January 07, 2010 22:28 - 2.38 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets interviews Frederic Scheer, founder and CEO of Cereplast, a company that produces plastics without petroleum. Ten percent of the fossil fuels imported into the US are used in plastics, he says.
Capturing carbon dioxide and recycling it part 2
December 17, 2009 17:03 - 2.01 MBLisa Cohn of EE Markets continues her interview with Byron Elton, CEO of Carbon Sciences, about the company's work repurposing and recycling CO2 produced by coal plants and other industries. The more traditional method is to bury carbon dioxide underground, he explains.
Capturing Carbon Dioxide and Recycling It Part 1
December 10, 2009 21:45 - 2.48 MBLisa Cohn of EE Markets interviews Byron Elton, CEO of Carbon Sciences, about the company's work repurposing and recycling CO2 produced by coal plants and other industries. The more traditional method is to bury carbon dioxide underground, he explains.
District cooling systems: Efficiency in numbers
December 03, 2009 23:09 - 3.19 MBLisa Cohn of EE Markets interviews Leo Loflin, the western region business director for Veolia Energy North America. He discusses how Veolia's district cooling system increases energy efficiency and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by serving many buildings with one plant.
The big climate change challenge part 2
November 19, 2009 22:45 - 3.84 MBLisa Cohn from EE Markets continues her interview with Michael R. Woelk, president and CEO, Picarro, Inc., about the need for the US to measure whether its (proposed) climate change legislation is working. Scientists need to be able to measure consistent data from a variety of locations in order to detect actual greenhouse gas trends over large temporal scales, he says.
The big climate change challenge part 1
November 12, 2009 22:15 - 2.73 MBLisa Cohn from EE Markets interviews Michael R. Woelk, president and CEO, Picarro, Inc., about the need for the US to measure whether its (proposed) climate change legislation is working. Scientists need to be able to measure data all day, every day, and from a variety of locations in order to detect actual greenhouse gas trends over large temporal scales, he says.
How servers waste energy part 2
November 05, 2009 22:46 - 1.97 MBLisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Sumir Karayi, CEO of 1E, a power management software developer. Karayi discusses a recent study of server efficiency that found there is much room for improvement.
How Servers Waste Energy Part 1
October 29, 2009 18:34 - 2.4 MBLisa Cohn of EE Markets interviews Sumir Karayi, CEO of 1E, a power management software developer, about a recent study of server efficiency that found there’s much room for improvement.
The link between DSM and wind energy integration part 2
October 22, 2009 20:49 - 2.52 MBIn Part 2 of this interview, Lisa Cohn of Energy Efficiency Markets continues her interview with Josh Schellenberg, senior analyst at Freeman, Sullivan & Co. about California's statewide base interruptible program, one of the largest DR programs in the country, with nearly 1,000 MW of load reduction capacity.