Efficiency Equals Profitability's podcast

In this post-hiatus episode, we interview Scott Gosavi from Schneider Electric.  Scott is the Energy Manager for North America and responsible for overseeing Schneider's in-house energy management as still works with Schneider's manufacturing clientele.  Scott and I go deep on technology and how to achieve such astronomical savings.  We discuss the industry at large and future energy theory.   Scott can be reached at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaustubh-gosavi-pe-cem-cmvp-06b67426/ After a 10-month hiatus focusing on educational development, speaking events and other sustainable real estate endeavors, I hope to continue to provide energy management & corporate sustainability content to educate you on your cost reduction and climate change journeys.  

"We should all be aware of climate change and we must learn constantly in order to evolve and be open to innovations". These are some of the wisdom nuggets shared by our guest Gabriel Dale, Energy Manager for Electrolux Romania, who talks to us about energy efficiency in plant manufacturing. He also gives great advice for other businesses to incorporate in order to achieve more for less in the search of efficiency. https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-dale/

Today we discuss how to handle the large task of Corporate Level Energy Management Planning. We are joined by Anand Varahala, The Energy And Sustainability Manager of North America for Schneider Electric. Hear about the top down and bottom up approaches to strategize for these solutions to Corporate Level Energy Management Planning. Connect with Anand at https://www.linkedin.com/in/avara/

In this episode, joined by Ryan Yetzer, Senior Manager of Construction and Sustainability at Physicians Realty Trust (DOC), we discuss how energy efficiency impacts the planning and execution of a multimillion dollar construction. We discuss ESG reporting/GRESB, how to make energy conservation measures happen for facilities without capital as well as the various sustainability opportunities in the Corporate Real Estate industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanyetzer/

In this episode, I am joined by Alex Flyod, Head of Sustainability for Lopez Foods, Keynote Speaker, Educator and Energy Program Leader.  We cover everything you need to know about where Energy Efficiency fits in to the Industrial process and how it plays into the role of Corporate Sustainability.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfloyd/

Today we are walking outside of the world of energy efficiency and look at the bigger picture of our planets transition to a more sustainable energy instructor. We will also peer into the sexier side of energy efficiency, solar and energy storage to discuss what these leaps mean for society with Solar and Storage developer Tim Montague. Tim is a fellow clean tech podcaster and Business development executive who is progressively helping grow the energy transition.   cleanpowerhour.com cesnrg.compodcast https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleanpowerhour/

A truly educational packed 43 minutes lie ahead as we interview Professional Engineer Jason Garner from Crowley Carbon and Clear Process Engineering. Jason is an individual devoted to Industrial Energy Efficiency and Climate Change, and walks us through creating an Energy Efficiency Culture within your organization. Learn the key foundational elements as well as the challenges he's faced along the way. Additional conversations around how system and process data can dynamically transform a businesses overall efficiency, how Crowley 'socializes' data and what it means to 'lead up'. Jason Garner PE https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgarner304/ Crowley Carbon North American Operations Manager Covington, Louisiana, 70433 USA M +1 501-538-3377 www.crowleycarbon.com For a summary of an Energy Efficiency Culture, follow the link below to see a presentation recently developed for the Midwest Assoc of Professional Energy Consultants: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vR6QsefLK_G4c7k0iiMW7U61ffybIrHEtgta5cJH8W7sIuYTpz_sQzh00_iwBvGPhnu8xVVSiKsLopz/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000

In this episode, VP of Energy at Loureiro Engineering, Nate Strong and I focus our conversation on three educational topics: 1) Technical Analysis Studies (aka Retro-Commissioning), everything you may want to know around them, and how the utility programs work. 2) Building system Data & Analytics - how it's captured, what's done with it, and why you should consider this for your facilities. 3) Factory 4.0 - the next big thing in Manufacturing. What is it, how it helps Industry succeed in our new economy, and why this revolution is so important to fuel smarter processes and facilities. Mr. Strong is a forward thinking leader and has acted as both a designer and manager of energy efficiency implementation programs and as a consultant to utilities and program administrators for the development and growth of their implementation programs and initiatives. His strengths in engaging commercial customers, and supporting channel actors, have allowed him to deliver notable results to both his employers and clients. He is an Association of Energy Engineers Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and is also a recognized, published contributor to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Nathan Strong, CEM Vice President, Energy Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. https://www.loureiro.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-strong-2211156/

Meg Ryan with JLL Energy and Sustainability Services takes the stage to show us the behind the scenes tactics for comprehensive energy management.  We plunge into how Portfolio energy management is approached, energy & billing data and how it's used, Greenhouse Gas Reporting, utility budgeting, Retro-commissioning, and more. Meg is the recipient of the 2020 Region III Young Energy Professional of the Year award from the Association of Energy Engineers, and volunteers her time to do good for people and planet. Meg Ryan JLL on LinkedIn https://www.us.jll.com/en/solutions/energy-and-sustainability

Paul and I discuss the drivers behind energy efficiency, changes he has seen in the industry and where it's moving, as well as some good stories about the miraculous soft benefits his clients have enjoyed by implementing efficiency projects. You will learn about technology called EcoInsight, which is an Energy Service Company's dream to capture audit data and quickly turn around proposals, and provides accuracy and efficiency for customers. Paul Caplan can be reached on LinkedIn or emailed at pcaplan@wesco.com  

A great episode with Policy Analyst Nick Henner who walks us through what is happening in the Efficiency industry at large, and discusses how the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy is helping drive and shape the future of EE Programs.  We discuss funding programs: Energy as a Service, and do deep dives into On-Bill and PACE financing options, as well as a bill that would allow for states to develop energy project funding programs.  Nick lays out how pricing carbon on buildings is on the cusp and the process for legislated Building Performance Standards. Check out Nick's latest report - Energy Efficiency Program Financing: https://www.aceee.org/topic-brief/2020/12/energy-efficiency-program-financing-size-markets   And the accompanying blog about the release: https://www.aceee.org/blog-post/2020/12/energy-efficiency-financing-must-grow-meet-climate-goals-new-analysis-updates   Nick Henner Policy Analyst, Clean Energy Finance American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy Nick conducts research and analysis on clean energy finance strategies, working within ACEEE’s State Policy program and collaborating with teams across the organization. He joined ACEEE in 2019. Nick loves brainstorming ideas and talking about how are energy systems can be more efficient and equitable. You can connect with Nick on linkedin. 

This episode will educate people about all aspects of energy efficiency. Through plant management onto Engineering education, coupled with years of project specific work, Mike Amedeo shares specific knowledge around what goes in to efficiency projects from sales and engineering standpoints. We'll also discuss equipment lifecycles and get down and dirty with HVAC and incentives. Mike Amedeo on LinkedIn Vice President of Sales at Environmental Systems Corporation m.amedeo@esccontrols.com (860) 805-2104

In this information packed episode, we'll talk with industry veteran Steve Quirk about Public Private Partnership models designed to fund and manage larger and more complex energy infrastructure projects.  Steve's unique experience in the field of HVAC, Performance Contracting and Alternative Delivery of Energy Infrastructure provides us with valuable insight into how this next generation of Energy Efficiency helps institutions in ways that are beyond the scope of typical Performance Contracting. Steve is on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-quirk-7a8919b/ Steve.E.Quirk@gmail.com    

In the Performance Contracting series we'll be focusing on all aspects of Energy Projects in the Government and MUSH markets. Account Executive Graham Lewis enlightens us with his experience within the design and build process, highlighting the ins and outs of the capital funding process as well as the important bullets and pitfalls of these types of projects. Graham Lewis Program Manager Energy & Sustainability Services Schneider Electric (919) 758-6093 graham.lewis@schneider-electric.com

Everything you ever wanted to know about LED Lighting projects from a professional who's worn most of the hats in the Lighting industry.  Mike also gives us a detailed introduction into Redaptive's approach to their Efficiency as a Service model that helps organizations take the risk out of energy efficiency. Mike Bevers Redaptive Inc. michael.bevers@redaptiveinc.com

Expect an entertaining and informative conversation. Jack is the Director of Sales Energy Solutions at ESC - Environmental Systems in the New England market. Through his deep knowledge and experience in the industry, we go on a deep dive into the process of how projects get implemented. Jack Cunningham Director of Sales Energy Solutions Division Environmental Systems Corporation j.cunningham@esccontrols.com Cell 860.333.3021 Office 860.953.8800

Advocate, Speaker and Project Coordinator Sophie Mullinax from the Blue Horizon Project shares her experience of why Energy Efficiency is relative in our world and our workplaces, and what we can do to get started. https://bluehorizonsproject.com sophie@bluehorizonsproject.com

Jake provides us with a wealth of knowledge around Commercial and Industrial HVAC efficiencies. This discussion is both conceptual & strategic, lending a good deal of information on where to start and what is trending. jacob.disabatino@trane.com

A brief introduction as to why we created this podcast, as well as what and how you can expect to learn about Energy Efficiency: Specific Efficiency Measures, Energy Financials, and stories from the industry's leading Energy Efficiency Professionals.

In this interview with Lighting Controls expert Jonathan Cambas, we'll learn about the potentiality and pitfalls of advanced lighting controls projects. Jonathan gives us an introduction to Lighting IoT as well as the future of building controls.

In this episode Joe Gill Senior Trade Ally Rep with Duke Energy walks us through his journey in energy efficiency, gives us best practices, and a thorough understanding of utility incentives.

In this episode of EEP, Shawn Verbrugghe runs us through the Energy Efficiency Industry and types of Efficiency Measure from a high level, and provides guidance as to how to get started.