Podcasts about cool roofs

Last March, SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket into space from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. It carried more than 40 payloads on board, including a satellite called MethaneSAT, which was designed to track methane emissions around the globe. Cutting methane emissions is a critical step toward reducing the rise of global temperatures that climate change is spreading to communities.In this episode, we have two stories about how data centers – and the AI they enable – are helping to mitigate the invisible threats of heat and air pollution around the world, particularly for vulnerable populations.From satellites to tree canopies, we ask how AI can help protect human health, reduce air pollution, and temper the urban heat island effect in our cities.Guests: Mansi Kansal, Cool Roofs product manager at GoogleDr. Monica Bharel, clinical lead for public sector health at GoogleKarin Tuxen-Bettman, Google Earth outreach managerMillie Chu Baird, VP, Office of Chief Scientist, Environmental Defense FundFatima Luna, chief resilience officer, City of TucsonWatch our complementary documentary about how Google's data centers are helping make the invisible threats of air pollution and methane emissions visible.

In Part 1 of Flanigan's Eco-Logic - Climate Resolve Series, Ted speaks with Catherine Baltazar, a Policy Analyst and Organizer, and Lia Cohen, a Coordinator for Climate Planning and Resilience, focusing on their work at Climate Resolve, a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, building collaborations to champion equitable climate solutions.Catherine was born and raised in LA, and has focused her work around the conditions of the community she grew up in, with limited access to green spaces, just west of downtown LA. She attended Wellesley College, and upon graduating, received a CivicSpark Fellowship, where she worked at the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. There she worked on developing an Urban Heat Island Reduction Plan for the County which focused on strategic tree planting, “green space” development and planning, implementation of “cool roof” ordinances and the piloting of cool and permeable pavement projects. This experience allowed her to approach environmental justice from a local government perspective.Lia was also born and raised in LA, sharing that she grew up in a family with lots of siblings and an open door policy, so her values are very much rooted in community care. She attended UCLA, graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in International Development Studies and minors in Public Affairs and Environmental Systems and Society. Before joining Climate Resolve, Lia worked as a virtual field organizer for the Ohio Coordinated Campaign, mobilizing turnout in a key swing state during the 2020 election.Ted, Catherine, and Lia discuss current projects that they are working on at Climate Resolve, both background and front-facing community work. Catherine starts with the Boyle Heights Community Plan Update, a plan that is supportive of environmental quality, economic vitality, and urban design that promotes safe and walkable neighborhoods. The draft plan includes many policies that address climate change and build resilience such as tree planting, cool roof replacement, solar panel installation, sidewalk improvements, resilience hubs, and community engagement. Lia also discusses coordinating the Sustainable Transportation Equity Project (STEP) grant implementation in the City of Commerce, and helping lead project implementation efforts for the Baldwin Hills Community Resilience and Access Plan, as well as the South LA Eco-Lab Transformative Climate Communities grant.They also discuss tools for displacement avoidance, grassroots environmental justice efforts, and creating vibrant communities with access. 

This episode explores new research, which has found that painting roofs white is effective at cooling cities at scale. --- Read this episode's science poem here. Read the scientific study that inspired it here. Read 'Heat' by John Gould Fletcher here. --- Music by Rufus Beckett. --- Follow Sam on social media and send in any questions or comments for the podcast: Email: sam.illingworth@gmail.com   X: @samillingworth 

SHOW NOTES: Today, we explore a special type of roof that helps keep your home cool. We'll also discuss the buzz around backyard honeybee hives and, if you're hosting an open house, how to stage your home to attract buyers. Whether it's a renovation, repair, or home décor, listen in for more expert tips and inspiration to help with your next home improvement project! - Bee Hives: Backyard bee hives are all the buzzy for producing homemade honey and beeswax. - Cool Roofs: Keep cool and save on energy costs with cool roof technology. - Home Staging: Market your home to interested buyers with these important home staging tips.   Q & A: - Lighting: Pete wants to install can lights on the first floor. An electrician would be more experienced in fishing wiring through the ceiling, laying out the lights, and getting power to the lines and switches. - Siding: What is the best way to seal and protect cedar siding on Lynne's old house? Boiled linseed oil or a solid color stain are two good options for UV and weather protection. - Level Flooring: A crack in the concrete slab has widened and the floor is dipping. Rachel needs a structural engineer to see if it's a structural or cosmetic issue. - Busted Plumbing: A rogue raccoon busted the water line! We advise Brian to hire a public adjuster to have the repairs covered by insurance and done correctly. - Basement Water: Mary paid a lot of money to a shameless contractor after getting water in her basement. We offer tips on improving the exterior drainage to keep things dry. - Dimmer Lights: Richard is looking for a floor or table lamp with a dimmer switch. He can buy a regular lamp instead and plug it into a dimmer switch outlet.   ASK A QUESTION: Need help with your own home improvement or décor question? We'd love to help! Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here: https://www.moneypit.com/ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Spencer lives shoulder deep in the audio world and being conscious of the difficulties and challenges faced by podcasters, he has been organizing special events at which those from the podcasting world get together to talk, compare notes, consider what is ahead in the podcasting world and, of course, laugh a lot. The most recent of the gathering of those from the podcasting industry was at the Arbory Bar at Melbourne's Flinders St Station and among those at the "get-together" were the Strategy Director"Wavelength Creative", Adam Jaffrey; the Executive Producer of podcast at "Adore", Chiara; and podcaster Sean Marsh, who now works with "Climate 200". News stories associated with this episode are: "July 2023 Is Hottest Month Ever Recorded on Earth"; "DIY climate retreat: the village that won't wait on government"; "Climate crisis: Australia must ready for ‘devastating' regional disruption, MPs told"; "Oil giants invest in exploration as profits trump climate"; "Over-Exposed"; "Avoiding China supply-chain risks, First Solar soars"; "China currently dominates global solar PV supply chains"; "Tracking Heat Across the World"; "Ahmedabad Heat Action Plan 2019"; "Cool Roofs"; "Cities100: Medellín's interconnected green corridors"; "Heat Is Costing the U.S. Economy Billions in Lost Productivity"; "British Government Signals Support for Oil and Gas Industry"; "A Left-Right Alliance Puts Iowa's CO2 Pipelines on the Presidential Agenda"; "Canada Is Ravaged by Fire. No One Has Paid More Dearly Than Indigenous People."; "Phoenix's Month in Hell: A 31-Day Streak of Record Heat Ends"; "How Farmers Used California's Floods to Revive Undergound Aquifers"; "As Climate Shocks Multiply, Designers Seek Holy Grail: Disaster-Proof Homes"; "EPA's ‘Secret Science' Rule Meets with an Outpouring of Protest on Last Day for Public Comment"; "Republican Leaders Want to Reinvent the Party's Climate Image. The Far Right Won't Let Them"; "FERC takes a big step to get more clean energy on the US grid": "Weak emissions targets spell disaster for Great Barrier Reef"; "‘Crying poor': Senate showdown looms on gas tax"; "Antarctica is missing sea ice and scientists don't know why"; "Why is Australia having such a warm winter? A climate expert explains"; "Phoenix Just Had Its Hottest July Ever. So What Now?"; "Monsters: Cars, Which Are Killing Us and the Planet"; "Endless-seeming heat wave to keep broiling the southern U.S. this week"; "Out of danger because the UN said so? Hardly – the Barrier Reef is still in hot water": "What a future: Climate chaos, a life of renting and a crappy job. I'm truly sorry"; "Antarctica is missing a chunk of sea ice bigger than Greenland – what's going on?"; "Rain pelts Beijing leaving 11 dead and 27 missing"; "Phoenix just posted the hottest month ever observed in a U.S. city"; "The Great Barrier Reef is in existential danger, whether or not the Albanese government chooses to accept it"; "Eleven Dead and 27 Missing, as Heavy Rains Batter Beijing"; "Coast Guard veteran is on a mission for solar"; "

‘Cool roofs' reflect sunlight and absorb less heat, thus cooling down buildings and reducing energy consumption. Under first phase, all buildings in 300 sq km area to get cool roofs.

Climate change will affect everyone, so what measures can U.S. communities take now to adapt and thrive? From water-saving landscapes to strategic retreats from hazard-prone areas, experts Colleen Moore and Alexis St. Juliana explore a range of promising responses they've identified and explain why historically vulnerable communities must be part of the solutions.

Jeff Steuben, executive director of Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC), joined the CoatingsPro Interview Series to share with us what cool roofs are, how these technologies may be effective, and new developments at CRRC and beyond. Other topics include the organization's roofing resources and virtual offerings.

In which we discuss transparent wood windows that are 90% as clear, much stronger, and insulate 6 times as well as glass with Prof. Liangbing Hu of the University of Maryland and Invent Wood. Then we discuss radiative cooling thin films that can be used to reflect heat back into outer space in the frequencies not blocked by greenhouse gases, day or night, to pre-cool air-conditioning fluid with Prof. Shanhui Fan of Stanford University and Sky Cool. Transparent Wood: https://www.cnn.com/style/article/clear-wood-architecture/index.html Invent Wood: https://www.inventwood.com Radiative Cooling: https://eandt.theiet.org/content/articles/2020/08/rooftop-radiative-cooling-system-produces-renewable-power-at-night/ SkyCool Systems: https://www.skycoolsystems.com  

So excited to share this episode of the Be Known Audio Experience with you guys. We recently welcomed twenty-six year old serial entrepreneur Colt Moncla to the podcast to share some of the most valuable lessons he's learned growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, or, “sitting at the entrepreneurship dinner table.” And trust me when I say… this interview BRINGS THE HEAT! Colt is a third generation entrepreneur, and is continuing the legacy of over ONE HUNDRED years of entrepreneurship in his family line. Today, he owns Cool Roofs -- a roofing company out of Austin, TX specializing in commercial roofing structures (apartments, hotels, etc). He also heads up Entreminded, another Austin-based organization centered around personal growth and connecting with like-minded individuals in an effort to invest in your mind, your life and your circle of influence. Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurship journey, or have been grinding for years -- I PROMISE you'll be inspired and encouraged by Colt and the value he brings to this episode. Segments Growing up at the entrepreneurship dinner table -- 2:00 Colt's advice for those wanting to dive into entrepreneurship -- 9:00 Four recommendations for massive personal and professional growth -- 14:30 Your network is your net worth -- 22:00 --------------------------------------------------- Follow Colt on Instagram @ColtMoncla Follow Entreminded on Instagram @EntremindedHQ www.entreminded.com Follow Be Known on Instagram @BeKnownU Join our private Facebook Group: How to Be Known Online www.beknown.agency -------------------------------------------------- Access our flagship digital marketing courses for FREE this Holiday season: >>>>> GET THE FREE COURSE

Subscribe to America Adapts on Itunes! In this episode, America Adapts talks with innovative climate leader, Jonathan Parfrey, the Executive Director of Climate Resolve (CR).  The mission of Climate Resolve “is to make Southern California more livable and prosperous today and for generations to come by inspiring people at home, at work, and in government to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution, as well as prepare for climate change impacts.” Jonathan talks about how CR approaches climate change at the city scale, with the goal of not only making Los Angeles more resilient in the face of climate change, but also improving the overall quality of life of Angelos. It is not a typical mission for most adaptation professionals,, but as Jonathan explains, it’s a strategy that successfully gets broad public support for their activities. Learn about CR’s “Cool Roofs” program, a citywide program to help low income residents obtain solar panels. Jonathan also talks about efforts to create a more integrated and green transportation system for Los Angeles.  We also learn about specific climate change impacts that Los Angeles is currently experiencing, and also, future impacts.  Climate Resolve emphasizes partnerships and they have assumed a major role in bringing together regional partners in these efforts. What really stands out is the proactive approach the city of Los Angeles is taking on these issue, along with the state of California providing substantial support for cities to address climate change.  Hopefully what happens in California will spread across the country. The state truly is an incubator for cutting edge climate change planning.  There’s a lot more, so have a listen to Jonathan tell Climate Resolve’s story. Finally, yes, most of your favorite podcasts are supported by listeners just like you! Please consider supporting this podcast by subscribing via PayPal! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Itunes.  Also, follow on Facebook at America Adapts!  Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! On Twitter: @usaadapts Before founding Climate Resolve, Jonathan Parfrey served as a commissioner at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (2008-2013). Jonathan is also the immediate past-president of the Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters. He is a founder and Vice Chair of CicLAvia, the popular street event, as well as the founder of the Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability, and the statewide Alliance of Regional Collaboratives for Climate Adaptation. He served as director of the GREEN LA Coalition (2007-2011), and as the Los Angeles director of Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization Physicians for Social Responsibility (1994 to 2007). Prior to that, Jonathan founded and directed the Orange County Catholic Worker (1987-1993). He was appointed to Governor Schwarzenegger’s Environmental Policy Team in 2003.

Head south in St. Louis to Cherokee Street for a new celebration of Earth Day at The Blue Pearl. Owner Julie Sommers and friends are gathering music - speakers - poetry - great food and drink, and Green activities for kids to celebrate our Blue Planet! Festivities start at 3 p.m. on Friday April 22 - EARTH DAY!  One special speaker is Earthworms guest Tabitha Tripp, a life-long tree lover, dirt worshipper and resident of Southern Illinois. Tabitha reports on issues - and the beauty of her part of her state - from the Heartwood Forest Council and SAFE, Southern Illinoisans Against Fracturing our Environment. She shares some original, personal poetry from her activist experience. In her spare time, Tabitha is a mom, a poet and painter and one hellacious cook.  Other Blue Pearl Earth Day speakers will address Pop-Up Prairies, Cool Roofs, Energy and Nuclear Waste issues - and much more. Music will jam up all spaces! Cherokee is one of the liveliest, oldest, most diverse street scenes in town. This year Earth lovers will flock there - and rock there! Hope to see you there too! Music: Butter II recorded at KDHX by Ian Ethan Case

Eight Berkeley Lab scientists took the stage and in 8 minutes each explained the latest science on topics from solar-powered vaccine refrigerators and cool roof maps to radiation pills and space dust. Katie Antypas - Energy Efficient Supercomputing, Ronnen Levinson -Cool Roofs Through Time and Space, Musahid Ahmed - Combustion Science for Cleaner Fuels, Andrew Westphal - First Rocks from Outside the Solar System, Ben Brown - Enhancing Human and Planetary Health Through Responsible Innovation, Sylvain Costes - Promoting a Healthier DNA, Rebecca Abergel - A pill to treat people exposed to radioactive materials, Shashi Buluswar - Portable Solar Vaccine Refrigerator. Series: "Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory " [Science] [Show ID: 28969]

Eight Berkeley Lab scientists took the stage and in 8 minutes each explained the latest science on topics from solar-powered vaccine refrigerators and cool roof maps to radiation pills and space dust. Katie Antypas - Energy Efficient Supercomputing, Ronnen Levinson -Cool Roofs Through Time and Space, Musahid Ahmed - Combustion Science for Cleaner Fuels, Andrew Westphal - First Rocks from Outside the Solar System, Ben Brown - Enhancing Human and Planetary Health Through Responsible Innovation, Sylvain Costes - Promoting a Healthier DNA, Rebecca Abergel - A pill to treat people exposed to radioactive materials, Shashi Buluswar - Portable Solar Vaccine Refrigerator. Series: "Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory " [Science] [Show ID: 28969]

If you love to uncover a treasure and can't get enough of money-saving tips, this show was built for you. We're snapping off locks, crawling through windows, and climbing the belfry to re-discover America's lost treasures. From upcycling classic cars and gorgeous gaslights to saving stained glass and saloon doors from the scrap-heap of history we talk with Jay Chaikin from The National Geographic Channel's Abandoned. A proven leader in the world of tough negotatiations and recreating America's historical artifacts, Jay shares his perspective on 'finance vs. romance' and his love of discovering treasures. Then we hit the roof with Mark Hansen from DaVinci Roofscapes who checks down how amped-up an Energy Star cool roof really is. And we warm it up with some get-ready-for weather QuickTips that will save you money no matter what the temperature.

If you love to uncover a treasure and can't get enough of money-saving tips, this show was built for you. We're snapping off locks, crawling through windows, and climbing the belfry to re-discover America's lost treasures. From upcycling classic cars and gorgeous gaslights to saving stained glass and saloon doors from the scrap-heap of history we talk with Jay Chaikin from The National Geographic Channel's Abandoned. A proven leader in the world of tough negotatiations and recreating America's historical artifacts, Jay shares his perspective on 'finance vs. romance' and his love of discovering treasures. Then we hit the roof with Mark Hansen from DaVinci Roofscapes who checks down how amped-up an Energy Star cool roof really is. And we warm it up with some get-ready-for weather QuickTips that will save you money no matter what the temperature.

Keeping your roof cool, a high-tech teamaker, Google buying up wind farms, nanotech poo power (yes, really), and more! Hosts: Sarah Lane and Dr. Kiki Sanford Download or subscribe to this show at twit.tv/shows/green-tech-today. We invite you to read, add to, and amend our show notes at wiki.twit.tv. Thanks to Cachefly for the bandwidth for this show.

Keeping your roof cool, a high-tech teamaker, Google buying up wind farms, nanotech poo power (yes, really), and more! Hosts: Sarah Lane and Dr. Kiki Sanford Download or subscribe to this show at twit.tv/shows/green-tech-today. We invite you to read, add to, and amend our show notes at wiki.twit.tv. Thanks to Cachefly for the bandwidth for this show.

Keeping your roof cool, a high-tech teamaker, Google buying up wind farms, nanotech poo power (yes, really), and more! Hosts: Sarah Lane and Dr. Kiki Sanford Download or subscribe to this show at twit.tv/shows/green-tech-today. We invite you to read, add to, and amend our show notes at wiki.twit.tv. Thanks to Cachefly for the bandwidth for this show.