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Haldane has applied for EPA grants Across the country, more than 500 school districts are waiting on $1 billion in Environmental Protection Agency grants to help pay for more than 3,400 electric buses. In Cold Spring, Haldane has applied for EPA grants to purchase four buses to meet Gov. Kathy Hochul's mandate that schools no longer purchase gas-powered buses after 2027 and convert to electric fleets by 2035. If approved, interim Superintendent Carl Albano said the EPA grants would offset $170,000, or almost half, of each $400,000 bus. The district is also hoping to get $147,000 per bus from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Albano said that while he knows there have been questions about whether federal climate grant programs will continue under President Donald Trump, the district has received no indication that the program has been terminated. Haldane was told a decision would be made on its grant applications by the end of April. If it can't secure federal grants, the district will likely seek additional state funding, he said. So far, the Beacon, Haldane and Garrison districts do not have any electric buses, although Garrison has two hybrid vans. Haldane is seeking grants to buy its four electric buses and Beacon voters have approved the purchase of two, which have been ordered. Statewide, only about 100 of 45,000 buses are electric, although about 1,000 have been approved or ordered as of February, according to Adam Ruder, director of clean transportation for NYSERDA. At the same time, residents in a handful of districts, including Hyde Park, have voted against electric bus purchases, even with state grants cutting the cost. The New York State Educational Conference Board, a coalition of groups that represent superintendents, PTAs, school boards, teachers, business officials and administrators, has raised concerns. In January, the board published a paper stating that Hochul's mandate "will force districts to reduce educational opportunities for students, increase taxes and spend exorbitant sums, and cause voter unrest." Although the Garrison School doesn't own most of its buses - they are provided under contract with Orange County Transit - the district is studying the range of the electric buses that would transport students to and from Garrison's K-8 campus and to Haldane, Putnam Valley and O'Neill high schools. The vendor's seven buses are parked at Garrison during the day. If they were electric, the district would need to install chargers and the electrical capacity to run them, Joseph Jimick, the district business manager, said earlier this year. A year ago, voters in the Beacon district approved the purchase of two electric buses at a cost of $495,000 each, including chargers. The district was awarded a $257,000 state grant and the buses are scheduled to arrive this summer and be put into service in the fall. "Our thinking is we're still on track until or if we hear otherwise," Superintendent Matt Landahl said this week. He said in February that the district, with a fleet of 57 buses and vans, would need to upgrade its garage before buying any more electric buses. Some districts across the country that purchased buses in anticipation of receiving EPA grants now face large bills. For example, in Oklahoma, the Shawnee Public Schools, a 3,300-student district near Oklahoma City, spent nearly $1.5 million on four buses that it believed would be reimbursed from an infrastructure law passed by Congress under President Joe Biden. The district requested the funding in November but was told that it would be delayed due to a technical glitch. It said that, since Trump took office, it has been calling the EPA and emailing regularly without a response. The money is part of a Clean School Bus Program that was to provide $5 billion over five years. So far, the program has gone through two earlier rounds. Nearly $1 billion was issued in the first round as rebates to 400 schools for 2,500 b...

Program would connect city with Newburgh Two area residents have been awarded $100,000 by New York State to explore a bike-sharing program that would connect Beacon and Newburgh. Thomas Wright, a Beacon resident and head of the city's Greenway Trail Committee, and Naomi Hersson-Ringskog, an urban planner who lives in Newburgh, were awarded the funding through a Clean Mobility program overseen by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). It aims to add zero-emission connections to public transportation in underserved communities. The award is not to create a bike-share program but to plan how one could work. Wright, who works in Newburgh, and Hersson-Ringskog will be paired with WXY Architecture + Urban Design to develop a blueprint for a program similar to New York City's Citi Bike initiative. Wright and Hersson-Ringskog said they envision stations with eight to 10 bikes each, some electric, which users could check out for a fee or perhaps at no charge because of sponsors. The duo foresee their plan leading to a public-private partnership like Citi Bike's, which partners with the New York City Department of Transportation and Lyft, the ridesharing company. A combination of private funding, sponsors and memberships support the program. Officials on both sides of the Hudson River have indicated they're supportive of bikes for transportation, Hersson-Ringskog said. In Beacon, Mayor Lee Kyriacou has endorsed the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail, a 7.5-mile linear park that Scenic Hudson is planning between Beacon and Cold Spring. The city is equally enthusiastic about a proposed Beacon-to-Hopewell rail trail. Both projects would significantly increase safe bike routes. Beacon also has applied for funding from Dutchess County for a rehab of Beekman Street, which leads to the Metro-North station. The project, still several years away, could include bike lanes that would build on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's "first mile, last mile" initiative for environmentally friendly ways for passengers to connect to trains. In Newburgh, Hersson-Ringskog's nonprofit, Dept of Small Interventions, in 2020 partnered with the city's Transportation Advisory Committee to create a community bike action plan, while monthly "critical mass" community rides take place from April to October. "You feel proud of your community that you're not starting from zero," Hersson-Ringskog said. She and Wright are also working to create the "Regional Connector," a 1-mile path that would connect the Metro-North station in Beacon to the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. That effort, they say, could unify a growing network of trails. A bike-share program could accelerate the campaign, Wright said, "by providing a means of mobility which gives users much greater range. When you add in e-bikes, the options are further multiplied." WXY plans to survey residents in both cities (see linktr.ee/newburgh.beacon.bike), while Wright and Hersson-Ringskog will make presentations to community groups. WXY will also help with data analysis, mapping and exploring partnerships for maintenance, operations and funding. "We hope to uncover the voice of a broad cross-section of the communities that desires this," Hersson-Ringskog said. "Here you have a transportation system that could really unite Beacon and Newburgh. We're stronger together, essentially." The bike-share grant was one of 29 - totaling $2.9 million - that NYSERDA announced in March. Projects elsewhere in the state will explore the feasibility of charging hubs, scooter-share programs and electric-vehicle car shares. Ten of the 29 are in the Hudson Valley, including in Kingston, Poughkeepsie and New Paltz. With "transformational" developments being considered in the region, Wright said he believes "multi-modal systems" that can alleviate congestion without polluting the environment "are so important to think about."

"The [sub-national level] is where we can incubate and to effectuate the private sector shifts that we see happening every day. We are looking to move markets in a direction that can improve not only quality of life, but the very metrics that we're solving for. And when you look at this over years or even decades, you can see the pace accelerating and market momentum taking off." Doreen Harris on Electric Ladies Podcast As the fourth largest state in the U.S., New York consumes a staggering amount of electricity annually to power an economy that ranges from finance to manufacturing, so it's facing the reality every state faces today: how to meet its growing energy demands and mitigate climate change. Enter NYSERDA, an agency which has been at the frontlines of the clean energy transition for 50 years, and is showing how clean energy on the state level leads the way to the clean energy future we need to address the climate crisis. How are they doing it? Doreen Harris, President and CEO of NYSERDA, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority on Electric Ladies Podcast talks about it. She explains how NYSERDA is balancing acting urgently on climate change and deploying innovative solutions that drive cost efficiency, economic growth, and a higher quality of life for all New Yorkers.  You'll hear about: Why modernizing the grid and integrating new technologies are essential to New York's clean energy transition. NYSERDA's role in driving innovation in renewable energy, energy storage, advanced nuclear, and hydrogen – and what other states can learn from them. How federal funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is accelerating deployment. Plus, career advice from a woman who become the first president of NYSERDA who came from within the organization.  "I asked to do things that maybe others weren't bold enough to say. I identified needs, I put myself in positions of exposure, and ultimately was successful in delivering on them. In doing so, not only did I build a portfolio that is a game changer for the State of New York, but this allowed me to be exposed to areas, stakeholders and people outside of the organization. It all starts by being confident in your ability to deliver and to be able to say so." Doreen Harris on Electric Ladies Podcast Read Joan's Forbes articles here. You'll also like: ICWS Webinar, Joan Michelson moderates an enlightening webinar with top leaders on The Future of the Energy Transition and the Grid. Paula Glover, CEO of the Alliance To Save Energy, on energy efficiency savings and opportunities Vanessa Chan, former Chief Commercialization Officer of the Department of Energy, on funding the transition to clean energy. Anne Kelly, VP of Government Relations at Ceres, on the role of the business community in the clean energy transition. Jennifer Granholm, immediate past Secretary of Energy on why she's confident the clean energy transition will endure.  More from Electric Ladies Podcast!  Join us at The Earth Day Women's Summit on April 22, 2025, in Dallas, Texas! Register today with the code “EDWS” for the Women's Summit and a special rate.  Elevate your career with expert coaching and ESG advisory with Electric Ladies Podcast. Unlock new opportunities, gain confidence, and achieve your career goals with the right guidance. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, articles, events and career advice – and special coaching offers. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Don't forget to follow us on our socials Twitter: @joanmichelson LinkedIn: Electric Ladies Podcast with Joan Michelson Twitter: @joanmichelson Facebook: Green Connections Radio

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority – NYSERDA – recently issued a report on clean energy progress in the state during 2024.  The report highlighted continued and increased growth in heat pumps, electric vehicles, and solar energy. Heat pumps, which provide both heating and cooling, have outsold gas furnaces countrywide for three […]

Cost, range, garage space present huge challenges Is the transition to electric school buses too expensive and too complicated? That's the question being asked by legislators and educators in the Highlands as New York's mandated, seven-year transition to a zero-emission fleet begins in 2027. Electric school buses can cost $400,000 or more, three times the cost of a diesel bus. And there are concerns about range, electrical capacity and the need for larger garages to accommodate the buses and chargers. So far, the Beacon, Haldane and Garrison districts do not have any electric buses, although Garrison has two hybrid vans. Haldane is seeking grants to buy four electric buses and Beacon voters have approved the purchase of two. Statewide, only about 100 of 45,000 buses are electric, although about 1,000 have been approved or ordered, according to Adam Ruder, director of clean transportation for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). At the same time, residents in a handful of districts, including Hyde Park, have voted against electric bus purchases, even with state grants cutting the cost. State Sen. Rob Rolison, a Republican whose district includes the Highlands, said he supports the transition to zero-emission buses. But he said the state needs to "listen to the school superintendents, school boards and taxpayers who are saying, 'Can we just slow down? Let's get it done. But the time frame is unrealistic.'" The New York State Educational Conference Board, a coalition of groups that represent superintendents, PTAs, school boards, teachers, business officials and administrators, has raised concerns. Last month, the board published a paper stating that the mandate "will force districts to reduce educational opportunities for students, increase taxes and spend exorbitant sums, and cause voter unrest." It proposed changes that include giving districts more money toward the estimated $15 billion in costs; allowing hybrid and low-emission buses; certifying range estimates from manufacturers; better access to funding by third-party transportation providers; and special utility rate structures for districts. Assembly Member Dana Levenberg, a Democrat whose district includes Philipstown, said it's too soon to start "kicking the can down the road" by pushing back the zero-emission bus mandate. "We need to continue to work toward the goal. If we can't reach the goal, we can extend the deadline." She said she is not aware of any plans to add funding for electric buses to the 2025 state budget. Jonathan Jacobson, a Democratic member of the Assembly whose district includes Beacon, said the conversion to electric buses "has presented more challenges than anticipated" including rising fleet costs, a lack of charging stations and electrical capacity and that "the buses would be too heavy for many of the small bridges in suburban and rural districts." But he said he was optimistic legislators and state agencies could find "affordable solutions." At NYSERDA, Ruder said districts should get started, regardless. "We've been encouraging districts to buy one or two, kick the tires and get a sense of how they perform," he said, adding that 75 percent of districts have the electrical capacity to charge at least 10 buses. Haldane, with a fleet of 15 buses and six vans, is trying to piece together financing to buy four electric buses, at a cost of $375,000 each, said Carl Albano, the interim superintendent. Albano said grants would cover all but about $50,000 of the cost if the district is approved for funding for each bus from the state ($147,000) and the federal Environmental Protection Agency ($170,000). Whether the EPA grant will be allowed to go forward under the Trump administration is unclear. "Being patient and measured is the way to go," Albano said. "Teaching and learning should be the priorities, along with safe buildings. Protecting the environment is a high priority, but I don't think it should come at the...

Feb. 3, 2025 - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris explains the status of New York's "cap-and-invest" program and the governor's proposed spending on clean energy. We also get an update on the state's development of new nuclear projects.

This episode was recorded on November 15, 2024. Welcome to The Zenergy Podcast! Today, host, Karan Takhar speaks with Doreen Harris, President and CEO of NYSERDA, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. To begin, Doreen shares her vision for the future and what role NYSERDA will play in achieving that vision. In addition, Doreen and Karan discuss the challenges that may arise as New York aims towards reaching their many important, renewable energy goals. They briefly chat about the South Fork Wind Project, the first commercial scale offshore wind project in the U.S., and Doreen gives the lessons she's learned that other states could apply to their own large-scale infrastructure verticals. Finally, Doreen shares advice for those uncertain periods and advice to young professionals just starting out in their careers. If you like the episode, be sure to subscribe to the podcast for more great climate and renewable energy themed episodes.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are President and Chief Executive Office of The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Doreen Harris, public policy and communications expert Theresa Bourgeois, and author and contributing writer for "Rolling Stone" Jeff Goodell.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions that operates a global delivery centre in Ireland, has partnered with Landis+Gyr, a leading energy management solutions company based in Cham, Switzerland, to deliver innovative, flexible energy-efficiency solutions for utilities. These solutions will empower utilities to help their commercial and industrial customers achieve sustainability goals, improve operational efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions. Over the next three years, TCS will integrate its award-winning enterprise-level energy and emission management system, TCS Clever Energy, with Landis+Gyr's advanced smart metering and grid management technologies, creating a comprehensive energy management solution for utilities. The partnership will enable utilities to meet the complex energy demands of their commercial and industrial clients while offering them advanced tools to optimise energy usage and achieve sustainability targets. TCS will also leverage TCS Clever Energy to drive energy transformation for Landis+Gyr. Utilities face increasing pressure to help their customers meet sustainability targets and adapt to changing regulations. The combined capabilities of Landis+Gyr and TCS will enable utilities to offer end-to-end energy efficiency solutions that include real-time energy optimisation, demand response, and smart EV charging. These features help utilities empower their commercial and industrial customers to improve energy efficiency, lower emissions, and drive operational excellence. It simultaneously increases utility's ability to integrate renewable energy sources, optimise use of existing infrastructure, and improve grid flexibility. Amith Kota, Global Chief Technology Officer at Landis+Gyr, said, "The partnership with TCS brings pivotal technological expertise to our expanding flexibility management offering. By integrating TCS Clever Energy capabilities into our portfolio, we now provide a solution that supports utilities in delivering energy efficiency and sustainability solutions to their commercial and industrial customers. This ensures grid resilience while enabling utilities to meet both their and their customers' sustainability goals." With annual sales of approximately $1.7 billion, Landis+Gyr is one of the largest providers of integrated energy management solutions in the world. For over 125 years, it has helped organisations avoid more than 9.5 million tons of carbon dioxide. Landis+Gyr and TCS will now assist utilities in complying with new regulations, which require larger companies to report and conduct due diligence on how their activities impact climate change, including CO2 emissions. Anupam Singhal, President, Manufacturing, TCS, said, "We are delighted to partner with Landis+Gyr to help achieve sustainability goals by optimising operational efficiency and accelerating the journey to carbon neutrality. The synergy between Landis+Gyr's expertise in smart metering, grid resiliency, and flexible demand management and TCS Clever Energy solution with self-learning and self-optimising capability utilising cutting-edge IoT, Edge, and AI will ensure a robust and future-ready green ecosystem." TCS Clever EnergyTM, is a next-gen solution from TCS' suite of 200-plus sustainability offerings designed to help enterprises manage their energy consumption and carbon emissions. Organisations in over 10 countries have managed to cumulatively reduce CO2 emissions of over 250,000 metric tonnes by deploying the solution. The key features of the solution include real-time energy monitoring, built-in energy twin to drive energy optimisation and AI/ML-driven closed loop self-optimisation to automate actions and carbon management and Scope 1 and 2 emission reporting. The solution is approved by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and approved by the Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (BAFA) in Germany.

Dec. 10, 2024 - New York is doling out federal dollars to help low- and moderate-income families afford electrical upgrades in their homes and purchases environmentally friendly clothes dryers. We talk about this initiative with Chris Corcoran, assistant director of codes, products and standards for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

Nov. 25, 2024 - New nuclear energy projects appear to be part of Gov. Kathy Hochul's agenda, as she is formally looking for input on developing "advanced" nuclear technologies in the Empire State. We discuss this process, including why the governor's plans are limited to upstate, with Doreen Harris, president & CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

Oct. 28, 2024 - While some of New York's big green energy and emission reduction goals are out of reach, state policymakers were successful in deploying 6 GW of distributed solar projects before 2025. We explore the significance of this accomplishment and how it happened with Doreen Harris, president & CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

Beacon, Cold Spring, Philipstown receive grants Beacon, Cold Spring and Philipstown are set to receive nearly $1.4 million in funding to mitigate the effects of climate change. The money is part of the most recent round of funding from the Clean Energy Communities program of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Philipstown will receive $580,000, Beacon $493,750 and Cold Spring $290,000. Beacon also has qualified for an additional $375,000 grant. Before the announcement, the largest grant given to a community by the Clean Energy Communities program was $10,000. "For a town this size, it's just mind-blowing," said Martha Upton, the Philipstown Climate Smart coordinator. The program acts in conjunction with Climate Smart Communities, an initiative in which municipalities receive points for taking steps to lower the greenhouse gas emissions that cause global warming. Philipstown and Cold Spring are both certified bronze in the Climate Smart initiative, while Beacon is silver. The more points a community earns, the better its chances of receiving state grants. The Philipstown funding will be used to install solar panels on the highway garage roof, implement energy efficiency upgrades in municipal buildings, install public networked electric vehicle chargers at Town Hall and the Recreation Center and purchase a Ford Lightning EV pickup and battery-powered landscaping equipment. Upton said that the Town Hall chargers have already been installed and the ones at the Recreation Center should be ready within a few weeks. Cold Spring also will purchase a Ford Lightning EV pickup and battery-powered landscaping equipment and install chargers at the wastewater plant near Mayor's Park. The rest of the funding will go toward a food scraps drop-off pilot program, LED lighting upgrades at the water plant and efficiency upgrades at Village Hall. Beacon's funding will go toward electric vehicles, a solar array and EV chargers. The timing of the funding is fortuitous because the City Council on Aug. 19 approved a six-year Climate Action Plan. "This will help us achieve our goals on time," said Faye Leone, Beacon's Climate Smart coordinator. "We're going to be ahead on some stuff, which is great." Although the communities were in competition with each other for the money, Leone noted that the grants benefit the region. "The more our neighboring communities can do, the better our air quality is," she said.

It was gorgeous in Beacon this week. August's suffocating humidity passed and, at my house, we threw open the windows and let the breeze do the rest. But does anyone remember Valentine's Day? It was bitterly cold that week, with temperatures in the 30s and a relentless wind that felt like it could cut you in half. That was the week the heat went out at my house. My wife and I had central air conditioning and a gas-powered boiler installed in 2011, 18 months after we bought our 1,850-square-foot home, and we fought both systems for the next 12 years, dumping money we couldn't afford into repair after repair. It was 42 degrees inside the house when the heat came on at the end of that week in February. We had wonderful friends who fed us and kept us warm in the interim, but the extended outage was the last straw. In May, we converted to air-sourced ductless heat pumps (aka mini splits), a high-efficiency, fossil fuel-free heating and cooling setup. Using wall-mounted units called evaporators paired with outside condensers, the technology transfers heat from the house in the summer and brings it inside, even in sub-freezing temperatures, in the winter. Because they move energy instead of creating it by burning oil or gas, heat pumps are far more efficient than traditional heating and cooling systems. I'd been interested in clean energy for several years but didn't understand heat pumps and was overwhelmed by the amount of information I would need to absorb. My research began in earnest after my buddy Thomas Wright, a member of Beacon's Conservation Advisory Committee, introduced me to Faith Laudano, an energy advisor from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Dutchess County, at the Taproots Festival in Beacon in November. I reconnected with Laudano after the outage, and she answered dozens of questions, walking me through heat pump options and the state programs that offer rebates to support their installation. Cornell Cooperative Extension has existed for more than a century as an economic and ecological resource, and in 2018 it launched a community energy engagement program sponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Three years later, the agency was given additional resources and charged with creating a regional clean energy hub. Through June of this year, it has assisted more than 1,200 people in the Mid-Hudson region. "Folks come to us in very different stages of the process" of transitioning away from fossil fuels, said Collin Adkins, the director of the Mid-Hudson hub. "It can be a very individualized experience, and that's why we're here." Funding Resources Each of these state programs provides a no-cost energy assessment, the first step toward transitioning a home from fossil fuels to clean energy. The EmPower+ program for low- and middle-income homeowners and renters launched last year and in May received $39.6 million through the federal Inflation Reduction Act. It includes for participants a comprehensive assessment and customized plan to lower energy usage. Income-eligible households may receive up to $10,000. To qualify, a household of four in Putnam County must have an annual income of less than $124,400. In Dutchess, it's $93,408. To apply, see bit.ly/empower-NY. The Comfort Home program includes an assessment of the insulation and air-sealing needs of a home, plus a plan for improvements in those areas. Homeowners can choose one of three packages (good, better, best) and receive a rebate of up to $4,000 and federal tax credits of up to $1,200. See bit.ly/NY-comfort-home. The Residential Energy Assessment program provides one- to four-family homeowners with an energy assessment, along with recommendations to increase efficiency. No work plan is included. Homeowners can add a blower-door test, in which a contractor sets up a fan that depressurizes the home, forcing air through any cracks, for a fee. See bit.ly/energy-assess. The Mid-Hudson Clean Energy Hub provides advisors fr...

SolarBank Corporation CEO Richard Lu joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share news about the company's latest venture—a 6.41 MW DC ground-mount solar power project in East Bloomfield, New York. Known as the East Bloomfield project, this initiative represents a significant step forward in SolarBank's mission to expand renewable energy infrastructure in the state. The project is anticipated to qualify for incentives under the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) NY-Sun Program, which aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable for residents. The company has already received a Special Use Permit from the Town of East Bloomfield, marking a critical milestone in the project's development. Moving forward, SolarBank will focus on completing the permitting process and securing the necessary financing to bring the project to fruition. Once operational, the East Bloomfield project will function as a community solar initiative. Community solar involves a collection of solar panels connected to the local electricity grid, allowing residents to benefit from clean energy without having to install panels on their own properties. As the solar panels generate electricity, the energy is fed directly into the local power grid, contributing to a more sustainable energy system. However, the development of the East Bloomfield project is contingent on several factors, including obtaining interconnection approval, acquiring the required permits, and ensuring the continued availability of third-party financing. Additionally, the inherent risks associated with constructing a solar power project will need to be managed effectively to bring this ambitious project to completion. With these steps underway, SolarBank Corporation is poised to make a substantial contribution to New York's clean energy goals while providing the local community with access to renewable energy through this innovative solar project. #proactiveinvestors #nasdaq #solarbankcorporation #suun #cboe #sunn #invest #investing #investment #investor #stockmarket #stocks #stock #stockmarketnews

While the Public Service Commission (PSC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) have taken considerable steps in planning for NYS's transition to renewable energy, they must take stronger action to meet the state's clean energy goals, according to an audit by the NYS Comptroller. The audit found inadequate planning, monitoring and assessment of risks and challenges in the PSC's efforts to help the state meet the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act's (Climate Act) targets, which seek 70% renewably sourced electricity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2040. Tina Kim, State Comptroller for State Government Accountability, talks about the audit with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we hear from Mark Dunlea, who speaks with Tina Kim, the State Comptroller for State Government Accountability, about the NYS Comptroller's audit of the Public Service Commission and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Then, Willie Terry brings us coverage from the July 23rd "Speak Out and Safe Staffing Care for Patient" at the New York State Nurses Association Headquarters in Albany. Later on, we hear from Blaise Bryant who quizzes Joe, a multi-adapted sports athlete, to see how well he knows the history of various sports. After that, we listen to part 2 of H. Bosh Jr.'s interview with Dunkin Hines on the Hines Basketball Classic. Finally, we take a look back on Skidmore student Amanda Ruffino's interview with her grandparents for her American Tastes course.

July 8, 2024 - We get an update on the state's effort to turn underutilized sites, like former industrial properties and brownfields, into the future home of green energy projects. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority Build-Ready Program Director Gillian Black explains what it takes to make sites hospitable for private developers and highlights two of the latest projects.

Beacon resident compiles local stories A family road trip through 22 states exposed Cassie Corrigan Drymala to climate change's effect on weather in different parts of the U.S. Drymala, a Beacon resident, said her family was unprepared for some of the events they experienced during the trip. In New Orleans, "there would be a forecast for rain and then, all of a sudden, there are cars floating through the streets," she said. "That trip was very eye-opening," said Drymala. "It felt like we were experiencing things much more frequently than I could remember even within the past five years." Since October 2023, she has been documenting other people's experiences with climate change via New Yorkers Weather Storms (@newyorkersweatherstorms), an Instagram page where she collects portraits of local residents and their views on climate change and how it has affected them. Drymala, who does not have a professional background in either photography or writing, conducts all of the interviews and shoots all the portraits. Most people want to talk and share their stories, she said, especially if they've had a hardship from a climate change-related event such as flooding, which is becoming more frequent in the Highlands. In a January post, Evan Thompson, the park manager for the Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve, discusses a rainstorm in which "forecasters said we might get 1 to 2 inches of rain but we got 8 inches of rain in 12 hours." In October, Karen Kapoor, director of Foundry Montessori in Cold Spring, described flooding at the school's building and her home following rainstorms in July 2023. Those storms triggered widespread flooding in the Highlands and a federal disaster declaration. They also forced employees at Bear Mountain State Park to seek refuge in the darkened bath house of the park's swimming pool until a stream behind the building began rising to window level, according to the post of park manager Jen Sylvestri. "There was literally no way in or out," said Sylvestri. "I had 26 or 27 employees that couldn't get home that night." Because of the politics, Drymala said she avoids using the words "climate change" on the page, but believes that readers will relate to the personal accounts. "I just want to talk about the weather, and I feel like if enough people share stories of what's been happening to them, people will connect the dots for themselves and try to change," she said. A love of self-taught photography spurred Drymala, 46, to launch the account during the pandemic, when she had to take off from work to care for her children but continued taking pictures. She drew inspiration from Humans of New York, the well-known photoblog that has been imitated in Beacon and other cities. Like Humans of New York, Drymala wanted to let people speak in their own voices. "It's just such a compelling way to share people's individual stories and connect with one another," she said. A former associate in wine sales, she has also met with farmers, winemakers and restaurant owners over their run-ins with extreme weather, and with park rangers about how weather affects working conditions and visitation. In the lower Hudson Valley, a climate-change assessment released in March by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority predicts that the weather will continue to become hotter and wetter, with an increase in rain-laden storms. "These events are more and more frequent and intense and I was hoping to demonstrate a pattern and just make it more common and comfortable for people to share their experiences," said Drymala. Speaking with those directly affected has changed Drymala's personal view on the climate crisis. She is "more hopeful and optimistic about climate change because of what I have learned from so many others and the things that are being done to try and help the issue."

Recent court rulings in New York state may threaten the legitimacy of the state's ethics watchdog and an equal rights ballot referendum. Bill Mahoney, of POLITICO, joins us to discuss the impact of these court cases. Doreen Harris, President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, joins us to discuss the challenge of expanding renewable energy across the state and the possibility of using nuclear power.   EXPLORE MORE: nynow.org

Get the latest on federal developments that affect school transportation, including a legal battle over E-Rate funding for school bus Wi-Fi, the new National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Final Rule on automatic emergency braking in buses, and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency's push to relax marijuana classification.  Nina Haiman and Vinny Riscica from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) take a deep dive into clean school bus funding, helpful aides for electric bus implementation, and more. Read more about electric buses.

On This Week's Edition Catch this week's show on your local PBS member station, or watch on YouTube, Facebook, or using the free PBS app anytime after Friday. A podcast version is available wherever you normally get podcasts. On This Latest Edition of New York NOW: The state budget included savings to the Medicaid program as well as cuts to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) program. Patrick Orecki, of the Citizens Budget Commission, joins us to unpack the reality of funding Medicaid as well as healthcare priorities this year. Adam Ruder, of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, talks the implementation of electric school buses to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Amid the ongoing war in Gaza, there have been protests at college campuses across the country - includingat Columbia University, Fordham University and CUNY.  

New York set an ambitious goal for a zero-emission electricity sector by 2040. What will it take to get there? Turns out, hydrogen may be a key component to New York's climate strategy, especially for difficult-to-electrify sectors.Haiyan Sun is the program manager and team leader for hydrogen and clean fuels at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). With over a decade of experience in the power sector (much of which was in GE's gas division), she has valuable insights to offer on hydrogen's potential to fuel NY's clean energy goals, so listen up!Expect to learn:How hydrogen can decarbonize hard-to-electrify industries like the transportation, power gen, and high temperature industrial sectors (ie, Steel).The importance of including disadvantaged communities in the energy transition.New York's strategy for making hydrogen as successful as solar and battery storage. Curious about how hydrogen fits into the green energy puzzle? Press play! If you want to connect with today's guest, you'll find links to his contact info in the show notes on the blog at https://mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes/.SunCast is proudly supported by Trina Solar.You can learn more about all the sponsors who help make this show free for you at www.mysuncast.com/sponsors.Remember, you can always find resources, learn more about today's guest and explore recommendations, book links, and more than 650 other founder stories and startup advice at www.mysuncast.com.Subscribe to Valence, our weekly Linkedin Newsletter, and learn the elements of compelling storytelling: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/valence-content-that-connects-7145928995363049472/You can connect with me, Nico Johnson, on:Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/nicomeoLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickalus

City will submit application for state funding The Beacon City Council unanimously agreed on Monday (April 1) to support an application for state grant funding for GarageWORKS, an artists' studio and gallery that will be constructed at 3-5 Henry St., formerly an auto repair shop. Beacon artist Michael Braden purchased the one-story building, which was constructed in the early 1940s, in February 2023 for $825,000. He plans to convert the one-time Studebaker showroom into a carbon-neutral, solar-powered studio for himself and three other artists. It will also function as a gallery for exhibits and a venue for public events, including for students, he said. Braden has received a $2 million grant from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and will now ask the state for $1.5 million through its Restore New York program, which in its latest round of funding will invest $60 million in municipalities' efforts to rehabilitate and restore blighted structures. The asbestos-filled roof on the building will be replaced with a photovoltaic energy system; hot water will be supplied by solar power; and contaminants left over from decades of automotive uses will be remediated, Braden said. The deteriorated sidewalks surrounding the building will be repaired, with street trees and landscaping added. Once restored, the property will remain on the city's tax roll. Although the Restore New York grant is for privately owned buildings, the application must be submitted by a municipality, which is why Braden approached the City Council last month. Braden said he envisions the project as a way to engage Beacon's art community while educating the public on environmental sustainability. "It's meant to be a model of how to do a building," he told the council during its March 11 workshop. The new funding would help "balance the books" for the $7.3 million project, which Braden said he is financing through "a huge amount of my own personal resources." Braden and Sophie Henderson, a consultant who previously worked on two successful Restore New York applications in Hudson, prepared the submission. City Administrator Chris White said he "saw this as an opportunity that didn't use any of our financial resources and very little of our time. I wanted to get the experience under our belt and then we could assess where we go next year" if there are similar proposals. Empire State Development, which administers the program, is expected to announce the grant winners in the fall. Before voting on Monday to back the application, the council held a public hearing on the project. Noting its "primary, premium location" on the corner of South Chestnut and Henry streets, in Beacon's off-Main Street "Transitional" zone, resident Clark Gebman said he felt the site could provide up to 30 affordable housing units. "You're being asked to endorse this one person's vision," he said. While the artistic community is important in Beacon, "is it really more important than providing affordable housing?" In 2021, a developer proposed replacing the structure with a three-story, 16-apartment building with retail space but the project did not progress. Braden said during the March workshop that he had considered housing at the site but felt previous proposals had been poorly received and that there is "a real shortage of high-quality spaces for professional artists." Three other speakers on Monday supported the project, including Kathleen Griffin, who said she moved to the region for its creative energy. "I'm part of a very large cohort of people who made their life in New York City as an artistic professional and came to the Hudson Valley for opportunities like the one being proposed," she said. "It's impossible to quantify what having the arts brings to people, particularly at-risk children. As a teenager, it was exactly opportunities like the ones being created [at GarageWORKS] that took me out of one situation and opened the doors to something tota...

Greg Hale is an expert on high performance and carbon-neutral buildings. He is one of the developers behind the Catskill Project, a 90-acre carbon-neutral community in upstate New York with homes designed to all passive house standards. The community, which is envisioned to eventually have 25 homes, sees itself as exemplifying the “future of living.” Greg has long been a forward thinker in the area of carbon neutral construction, and the Catskills Project is the culmination of a lifetime of environmentalism and sustainable development. Greg and show host Neal discuss Greg's path to starting a passive house community, from his formative years in the Adirondacks to his time working as a real estate lawyer. They also explore Greg's decade-plus experience working for the government of New York State, including at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). There, he was a part of the force behind some progressive environmental policies that aim to make New York carbon neutral by 2050. Finally, they dive into Greg's current efforts with the Catskills Project, the challenges that come with building and marketing a passive house community, and their end vision for the 90-acre site.  For more information about the Catskills Project, visit thecatskillproject.com.———————-At Latitude, we're more than a real estate firm; we're your partner in the transformation of homes, communities, and habitats towards healthy, resilient, and thriving communities. By combining specialized real estate consulting services with a creative agency model, we work with property stewards and developers on capital and fundraising strategies, team formation, branding, marketing, and sales. ---------Are you a professional wanting to create transformational outcomes with your work? Join the Regenerative Real Estate Community to get access to workshops, regenerative real estate investment opportunities, and connect to other leaders and culture creators within the greater real estate industry to create the impact you seek in your work.

Feb. 26, 2024 - In the wake of multiple fires at battery energy storage systems around New York, the state launched an inter-agency fire safety working group to inspect these operations and make recommendations on improving oversight. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris, who served on the working group, discusses their proposals and the future of battery energy storage in the Empire State.

Residents urged to attend two HHFT sessions Cold Spring residents will soon have a chance to express their opinions on the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail (HHFT) as part of a survey being developed by the Village Board. "We've had discussions about how we, as a body, are making sure we're representative of views around the village," Mayor Kathleen Foley said at the Wednesday (Feb. 14) meeting. The mayor advocated conducting the survey and hosting a feedback session for village residents following two public information meetings scheduled by HHFT, which she urged residents to attend. On March 11, HHFT will share its analysis of alternate routes and present an overview of the concept design. On April 3, it will present its visitor projections and visitor management strategy. Both meetings will take place at 6 p.m. at Dutchess Manor at 262 Route 9D. Registration will be required because the room seats only 200 people. Foley noted that HHFT is already surveying residents of the lower village and Fair Street. "We are not talking about a competition with the HHFT survey," she said. "I'm hoping we can establish feedback for our public record and create space for villagers to be heard." "We have 2,000 villagers and I think we have 2,000 opinions," said Trustee Eliza Starbuck. She said a survey would enable residents who are not comfortable speaking in public to voice their opinions. Trustee Aaron Freimark expressed concerns about survey overload, suggesting the village work with other organizations and municipalities or HHFT. Because Cold Spring has no direct influence on state parks or HHFT decisions, "if we partner with them, I'm hoping we'd have a little skin in the game," he said. Trustee Laura Bozzi said she would prefer the village do its own survey and "really think about the questions; villagers would like us to ask for their input." Foley noted that after a public meeting on the Fjord Trail in May 2023, the village, Philipstown and Nelsonville agreed to move forward individually because their needs may differ. "There would be a trust deficit at the board level if we're not asking for feedback directly from our constituents," she said. During the public comment period, several residents agreed the village should conduct its own survey. Susan Peehl, who lives on Fair Street, said she was "deeply offended" by the HHFT survey. She said it contained ambiguous wording and provided little opportunity for resident input. Paul Thompson, who lives in the lower village, didn't share her concerns. "Overall it was quite a balanced survey, with plenty of opportunity to express your views," he said. In other business … In January, village crews dealt with two floods at both Cedar Street and the riverfront. They removed six loads of driftwood and four loads of debris from the riverfront, and the catch basins were cleared six times. Village Account Michelle Ascolillo outlined the tentative timeline for drafting the 2024-25 budget, including a draft no later than March 20, a public hearing on April 10 and adoption no later than May 1. The Cold Spring Police Department responded to 53 calls for service in January. Officers issued 21 traffic tickets, including 12 for speeding, and 39 parking tickets. There was one arrest for driving with a suspended license. The Cold Spring Fire Co. answered 19 calls, including for a structure fire. The village reservoirs are at 99 percent capacity. Beginning in March, meetings of the Zoning Board of Appeals will shift from the first and third Thursday to the second and fourth Tuesday. The board discussed a request for the sale of village-owned property at the rear of 107-109 Main St. Foley was authorized by the board to sign an agreement with New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) regarding installation of electric-vehicle charging stations and an energy study for Village Hall. The board approved adoption of the community greenhouse gas inventory as part of the Climate Smart Communit...

Beacon artist to resurrect former dealership DiNapoli and Salicco Motor Sales once showcased Studebakers to potential buyers and Ninni Construction based its business inside the one-story building on the southeast corner of South Chestnut and Henry streets in Beacon. But since the last occupant, an auto repair shop called Riccoboni's, closed, the only displays at 5 Henry St. have been graffiti sprayed on its walls and the quote from poet Audre Lorde - "Revolution is not a one-time event" - plastered on the plywood covering the window openings along the South Chestnut side. Now, buoyed by a $2 million grant from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Beacon artist Michael Braden is preparing to break ground on the building's next chapter - as The Garage, a collection of studios for Braden and three other artists, a gallery for exhibits and a venue for public events. Braden said on Tuesday (Jan. 30) that construction documents are being finalized as he prepares to apply for a building permit to renovate the 11,000-square-foot structure, which will have rooftop solar panels, all-electric mechanical systems and other features to achieve carbon-neutral status. Demolishing the structure and rebuilding from scratch would have been cheaper, said Braden, who expects to break ground in May. "But there's too much history there," he said. "I just felt like we've got to keep this. This is important, somehow." Raised by his grandfather, a mason and stone carver, Braden is an architect, painter and sculptor who said he burned out on designing buildings and became a full-time artist a decade ago. He and his wife, Carrie Gibson, an actor and writer, decided during the pandemic to leave Los Angeles for New York City to be closer to their two grown daughters. They envisioned buying a brownstone in Brooklyn and renting a studio, but crashed headfirst into the city's high housing costs and lack of available properties. They settled for a property in Ulster Park, near Kingston, but felt too distant from New York City and the airports they used for travel. They took a look at Beacon and "everything about it felt right," said Braden, who moved with his wife to the city in 2022. "It's a community that exists on the sidewalk," he said. "You can see someone, strike up a conversation and, pretty soon, 20 minutes have gone by." When his search for a studio to accommodate his large-scale paintings and sculptures proved fruitless, Braden decided that "if I can't find something to rent, I'm going to do my own thing, and I found the building on Henry Street." Fortunately for Braden, a developer's proposal in 2021 to replace the structure with a three-story, 16-apartment building with retail space did not progress. His design calls for his main painting studio, a workshop, a gallery called The Viewing Room and an office and library to occupy 7,900 square feet. The surplus will be used to construct three 1,000-square-foot studios for other artists. The gallery will showcase his works and those by other artists, and Braden plans to open his studio to public events, such as poetry and script readings, and performance art. "I also want to, at least once a year, if not twice a year, sponsor something for young people - high school, community college kids who haven't had a lot of chances," he said. "They'd get a stipend to make some work and then show it." Both artists and visitors will use electricity generated by the solar array and heating and cooling produced by a geothermal system. A biofiltration system will decontaminate rainwater draining from the roof before it flows into Beacon's stormwater system. NYSERDA, whose Carbon Neutral Community Economic Development Awards grant is funding the environment-friendly features, initially said that the Henry Street project was not the kind they considered a priority, said Braden. "Our message and our desire to be part of the community, and just the whole vision, kind of slowly had us...

Among state leaders in clean-energy progress Cold Spring is more than holding its own in a statewide race to secure grants for clean-energy initiatives. At the Wednesday (Jan. 24) workshop of the Village Board, Trustee Laura Bozzi reported that the village is currently ninth among 838 municipalities based on points it has earned as part of a state clean-energy program that determines priority for public funding. The Highlands is doing well in general in the fight to mitigate the greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change; Beacon is ranked 13th and Philipstown is 25th. Bozzi is spearheading grant-writing for proposed village projects which, if approved by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), would not require matching funds from the municipality. Cold Spring has already received grants totaling $35,000 for initiatives such as installation of LED lighting at the water treatment plant, four electric-vehicle charging stations, an energy audit of Village Hall, street tree plantings, a food scrap pilot program and a pollinator garden at Tot's Park. The approvals for those projects earned the village 6,100 points under the Clean Energy Communities Program. By surpassing 5,000 points, Cold Spring qualified for a $100,000 grant to spend on projects that it must submit within the next few months. If the village reaches 7,000 points, it will be eligible for another $175,000 grant; at 9,000 points, the prize is a $250,000 grant. "We can do it," Bozzi said. "But it's a race against everybody else and before Oct. 1, 2024, when funding levels decrease." The program, which has $25 million to distribute, ends Dec. 31, 2025. The Wednesday workshop included a preliminary discussion of how the $100,000 grant might be used, such as an electric vehicle for the Water Department, a charging station at the water treatment plant, solar arrays on village-owned buildings and energy improvements at Village Hall. The program is distinct from the Climate Smart Communities initiative created by the state Department of Environmental Conservation. Cold Spring, Nelsonville, Philipstown and Beacon are among the 401 municipalities registered that can achieve bronze (122, including Philipstown and Dutchess County), silver (10, including Beacon) and gold status. Bozzi said she hopes the village can meet the criteria by spring to apply for bronze certification. Actions undertaken in Climate Smart Communities also earn points in the NYSERDA program. Participation "makes Cold Spring more competitive for state environmental grants, including support in addressing the significant flooding we've been experiencing and to repair our high-hazard dams," Bozzi explained in an email. Planning has already begun for a number of potential Climate Smart projects, ranging from installing LED streetlights and creating forestry programs to green parking lot policies and climate-related public events. Cold Spring already qualifies for Climate Smart points through actions such as joining Hudson Valley Community Power, a program that supplies the village with electricity purchased from renewable sources. "This is an opportunity for transformative funding and statewide recognition," Bozzi wrote. "Our challenge is to move quickly to access the funds before they're exhausted, but we're well on our way." She noted the programs can be leveraged for grants for infrastructure investments to better manage storms and other climate impacts. The board on Wednesday created a Climate Smart Task Force, with Bozzi as its coordinator, to advise the Village Board on the NYSERDA and DEC programs. The board also appointed Erik Brown, John Lane, Hass Murphy, Shamala Kandiah Thompson and Paul Thompson, each of whom serves on Philipstown's task force.

December 20, 2023 - New York State Energy Research & Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris discusses the state's effort to quickly identify another round of green energy projects, including from developers looking to scrap their original proposals.

Legal experts and government officials discussed the possibilities and challenges of implementing statewide sustainable development initiatives at the municipal level during the annual Edwin L. Crawford Program on Municipal Law at Albany Law School on Friday, November 17, 2023. The program, hosted by the Government Law Center at Albany Law School, examined how state initiatives impact local governments, the role of local governments in implementing them, existing sustainability initiatives in municipalities across the state, and the future of local action around sustainable development.   The program included a keynote address by Doreen M. Harris, President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Two panel discussions addressed the role of local government in building decarbonization and investing in renewable energy, respectively.   Panelists included:   • Elizabeth Bough Martin — Mayor of the Village of Chittenango, New York • Susanne DesRoches — Vice President, Clean and Resilient Buildings, NYSERDA • Malak Nassereddine — Senior Manager, New York Utility and Regulatory Policy, Building Decarbonization Coalition • Niki Armacost — Mayor of the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson, New York • Anthony Fiore — Chief Program Officer, NYSERDA • Madison Hertzog — New York City Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice   Panel moderators included: • Prof. Keith Hirokawa — Distinguished Professor of Law, Albany Law School • Javid Afzali '12 — Partner, Harris Beach, PLLC

Just in time for the return of cold weather, hear about many ways that the Capital Region Clean Energy Hub helps homeowners, renters, and businesses access energy-related resources and programs available through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Bradley Towle, from Cornell Cooperative Extension, shares information on heat pumps, solar energy programs — even for those who can't afford or install solar panels — and more. Plus the Hub has energy advisors to help people work through the options, programs, and possible financial assistance. The Hub serves Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady, and five other regional counties. For more details, see www.cleanenergycapitalregion.org. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

October 26, 2023 - New York State Energy Research & Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris discusses a new round of renewable energy projects the state is funding and reflects on the green energy landscape.

October 17, 2023 - The Hochul administration is beginning the process of updating the state's energy code to ensure that new buildings are constructed with cost-efficient, energy-efficient design requirements. Chris Corcoran, assistant director for codes standards and products at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, explains how the construction energy code has been used in the past and how it will be updated.

October 17, 2023 - The Hochul administration is beginning the process of updating the state's energy code to ensure that new buildings are constructed with cost-efficient, energy-efficient design requirements. Chris Corcoran, assistant director for codes standards and products at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, explains how the construction energy code has been used in the past and how it will be updated.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3690946/advertisement

October 17, 2023 - The Hochul administration is beginning the process of updating the state's energy code to ensure that new buildings are constructed with cost-efficient, energy-efficient design requirements. Chris Corcoran, assistant director for codes standards and products at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, explains how the construction energy code has been used in the past and how it will be updated.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4262462/advertisement

In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Chéri Smith, President and CEO of the The Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy. ATCE is an Indigenous-led nonprofit that supports the self-determined efforts of Native American tribes transitioning to a clean energy future. It was founded in 2016 by Chéri, and formerly known as the Indigenous Energy Initiative (IEI).Chéri also serves as an Advisor to the Yale School of Business and the Environment, served as an Advisory Board member for the Masters in Renewable Energy degree program at Penn State, and as a Buffalo & Erie County, NY Workforce Investment Board Director. She is an MIT Indigenous Communities Fellow, a Cordes Fellow, and a Climate Leader, trained by former Vice President, Al Gore.She has 20+ years of experience in senior leadership and consulting roles with organizations including Tesla/SolarCity, U.S. Department of Energy, Interstate Renewable Energy Council, American Council on Renewable Energy, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and Boston University.She and Ted discuss her background, born and raised in the Boston area, descended through both of her parents, from the Mi'kmaq nation of Northern Maine and the Canadian Maritimes. They also discuss the evolution of Indigenous Energy Initiative, from its grassroots origins to becoming the Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy. With the passing of the IRA, The Alliance is providing the critical technical and financial assistance and wrap-around services tribes are currently seeking in order to build their own capacity – to access and manage the historic amounts of federal energy infrastructure and climate funding, and to ensure these historic investments are implemented in an equitable and just way. As a 25-year veteran of the renewable energy sector, Chéri is leveraging her deep experience and relationships to support tribes in their self-determined pursuit of renewable energy as a means to diminish poverty, mitigate climate change, and restore true sovereignty and hope.

August 17, 2023 - In order to hasten the transition away from fossil fuels, New York's Clean Heat program is subsidizing investments into heat pumps for thousands of families every year, according to Susanne DesRoches, vice president for clean and resilient buildings at the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority.

August 9, 2023 - New York State Energy Research & Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris provides an update on the state's transition to green energy, including the third solicitation of offshore wind projects and the rising costs facing projects in the state's renewable energy pipeline.

Zack Semke, director of Passive House Accelerator, joins us with a series of short interviews conducted immediately after the close of the Awards Ceremony that celebrated the winning projects for Round Three of the Buildings of Excellence Competition presented by NYSERDA, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. We at the Accelerator, in partnership with NYSERDA and AIA New York, produced the awards ceremony at the Center of Architecture in New York City.Round 3 of NYSERDA's Buildings of Excellence program is an exciting 48 million dollar plus initiative to advance clean and resilient buildings that are profitable, beautiful, and affordable for all New Yorkers. The awards support the state's goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 85% by 2050 and advance Governor Kathy Hochul's goal to achieve two million climate friendly homes by 2030.Interviews include:Katrin Klingenberg, Executive Director & Co-Founder of PhiusJames Hartford, Partner at River ArchitectsJeff Mirel of Rosenblum Development Corporation and Shawn Corp of Balzer & Tuck ArchitecturePournamasi Rath and Ed Ettinger of Ettinger Engineering AssociatesJesse Schwartzberg of Black Mountain Architecture and Dave Bruns of Bruns Realty GroupWatch video versions of interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdVD4FGLQBN4z_Pu0y-BMFW4Em_hErWY-Buildings of Excellence Awards Ceremony:https://youtu.be/6SLRK9EEdGgMore about Buildings of Excellence: https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Progra... Thank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

The Government Law Center at Albany Law School preseted the second program of the 2023 Warren M. Anderson Legislative Series on March 22. Panelists discussed state-level approaches to developing environmentally sustainable affordable housing. In particular, the panel will explore legal and policy incentives and regulations that impact the development of environmentally sustainable affordable housing. The discussion will describe existing projects and the potential for future projects. Panelists Rory M. Christian - Chair and CEO, New York State Public Service Commission Board Member, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Casius Pealer - Associate Dean and Director of Advancement, Director of Sustainable Real Estate Development, and Shane Professor of Practice, Tulane University School of Architecture Amar Shah - Manager, Carbon-Free Buildings, Rocky Mountain Institute Moderator Cinnamon Piñon Carlarne - Robert J. Lynn Chair in Law, Associate Dean for Faculty and Intellectual Life, Ohio State University Moritz College of Law 19th President and Dean of Albany Law School, effective July 1, 2023 Sponsors In the memory of Sharon P. O'Connor, Esq. '79 Greenburg Traurig CSEA

Last July, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the release of the state's third competitive offshore wind solicitation, seeking to add generating capacity to power at least 1.5 million homes.  In response to the solicitation, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority – NYSERDA -received more than 100 proposals for 8 new projects […]

Hear about many ways that the Capital Region Clean Energy Hub helps homeowners, renters, and businesses access energy-related resources and programs available through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Brad Towle, from Cornell Cooperative Extension, shares information on heat pumps, solar energy programs — even for those who can't afford or install solar panels — and more. He also notes the related workforce development activities offered by fellow Hub organizations, including TAP and SEAT Center. The Hub serves Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady, and five other regional counties. For more details, see www.ahphome.org/addressing-climate-change. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. (Creative Commons image by gnokii through wikimedia.)

The success of the company depends largely on how well its CEO creates a work environment that can drive innovation and productivity. Employees often look to the CEO for creating and maintaining the culture of their organization. So then, as a CEO, you have the power to make an impact. But how do you set your company on the right path? For episode 072 of my podcast, ‘The World Class Leaders Show', I invited Jason Salfi. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Dimensional Energy, a revolutionary company that makes sustainable fuels and products from carbon dioxide and renewable energy.  Salfi has served as an Innovation Advisor for New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). In 1997 Salfi founded Comet Skateboards, a founding B Corporation he licensed in 2014. His experience as a manufacturer led him to consult on product design standards and acquisition strategy, building profitable and regenerative business models for a market-leading fortune 500 company from 2015-2017 before founding Dimensional Energy.   By listening to this podcast episode, you will learn more about: (01:51) Jason's Definition of Impact (05:27) The Idea Behind Dimensional Energy  (10:48) How to build the Future of the Business  (14:25) How Jason's Leadership Has Changed? (17:34) Dealing With the Transition From Founder to CEO (20:46) How To Protect Your Culture While Growing (26:25) Working With a Co-founder and the Importance of Collaboration (29:56) What Is the Biggest Misconception About Being a CEO? (35:39) Being Open to Mentorship and Mentors (38:35) What Would You Have Done Differently Across Your Career? Links: Website: http://www.dimensionalenergy.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsalfi/  Book Mentioned: “The Ministry for the Future” by Kim Stanley Robinson “Parable of the Talents” by Octavia E. Butler Let me know your thoughts or share your comments via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone, or via email at Andrea@andreapetrone.com. Like my show? Please leave or write a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more information on my work and access to other valuable resources, please visit the website at https://www.andreapetrone.com If you don't want to miss any episode and receive the full article in your inbox, subscribe today to our blog here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/blog Need more? Book a 30 min call here: https://calendly.com/andreapetrone/strategy Read the article related to this podcast: https://www.andreapetrone.com/How to Make an Impact as a CEO with Jason Salfi/

In this week's episode, host Kristin Hayes talks with Maureen Leddy, who serves as director of the Office of Climate Change at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Leddy discusses the state's recently approved Scoping Plan, which proposes strategies for meeting the state's emissions-reduction goals that are required by the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act of 2019. Leddy reviews how the plan was developed, the community engagement involved in the development process, and specific emissions-reduction strategies that are outlined in the Scoping Plan. References and recommendations: “New York State Climate Action Council Scoping Plan” from the New York State Climate Action Council; https://climate.ny.gov/ScopingPlan “Estimating the Value of Carbon: Two Approaches” by Resources for the Future and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; https://www.rff.org/publications/reports/estimating-the-value-of-carbon-two-approaches/ “The Energy Gang” podcast; https://www.greentechmedia.com/podcast/the-energy-gang

The Co-Chairs of New York's Climate Action Council -- Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President and CEO Doreen M. Harris -- joined the show to discuss the newly-passed NYS Climate Action Council Scoping Plan, "which outlines recommended policies and actions to help meet the goals and requirements of the nation-leading Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act."

New York's climate goals are among the most aggressive in the U.S., creating a vast need for equipment and materials to supply the clean energy transition. Can the state's manufacturing sector meet the moment? Joining us for this episode are John Williams of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, Clint Wilder of Clean Edge, Whitney Skeans of National Grid, Marnie LaVigne of Launch New York, and John Cerveny of the New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium. Energy Evolution co-hosts Dan Testa, Allison Good and Taylor Kuykendall are veteran journalists with broad expertise covering the utility, oil and gas and mining sectors. Subscribe to Energy Evolution on your favorite platform to catch our latest episodes!

New York's climate goals are among the most aggressive in the U.S., creating a vast need for equipment and materials to supply the clean energy transition. Can the state's manufacturing sector meet the moment? Joining us for this episode are John Williams of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, Clint Wilder of Clean Edge, Whitney Skeans of National Grid, Marnie LaVigne of Launch New York, and John Cerveny of the New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium. Energy Evolution co-hosts Dan Testa, Allison Good and Taylor Kuykendall are veteran journalists with broad expertise covering the utility, oil and gas and mining sectors. Subscribe to Energy Evolution on your favorite platform to catch our latest episodes!

Jason Salfi is co-founder and CEO of Dimensional Energy, a clean energy company that transforms carbon dioxide into the fuels and products that people use every day. Dimensional Energy's mission is to replace the use of newly extracted fossil carbon from the supply chains for hydrocarbon-based fuels and products and do so in alignment with globally agreed upon climate justice practices outlined in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Salfi has served as an Innovation Advisor for New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) from 2016 - 2019 In 1997 Salfi founded Comet Skateboards, a founding B Corporation, licensed in 2014, with the mission of building and sharing skateboards for space travel in ways that care for the earth and its community. His experience as a manufacturer led him to consult on product design standards and acquisition strategy, building profitable and regenerative business models for a market-leading fortune 500 company from 2015-2017. He has a BS in Natural Resources Management from Cornell University. https://dimensionalenergy.com/ https://nexuspmg.com/

Nov. 3, 2022 - New York State Climate Action Council co-Chairs Doreen Harris, president and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and Basil Seggos, commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, give a status update on crafting a roadmap to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and identify the unfinished business as their due date approaches.

Oct. 7, 2022 - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris discusses the state's energy storage capacity and highlights two recent investments in new technologies, including "pink hydrogen."

Oct. 7, 2022 - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris discusses the state's energy storage capacity and highlights two recent investments in new technologies, including "pink hydrogen."

Oct. 7, 2022 - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris discusses the state's energy storage capacity and highlights two recent investments in new technologies, including "pink hydrogen."

Aug. 16, 2022 - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris explains the latest chapter in New York's campaign to harness wind power off the coast of Long Island.

In North America, wind power has been developed almost entirely on land, often 1,000 miles or more from the power-hungry Atlantic coast. But it turns out that there's an even better, even windier place that's much closer to the New York City–the waters off of Long Island. Listen as Georges Sassine, vice president for large-scale renewables at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, discusses the state's plans for harnessing offshore wind.

On May 11th, the U.S. Department of Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) will hold its first offshore wind energy lease sale of the Carolinas. Ahead of this sale, Morgan Higman (CSIS) talks with officials from North Carolina, Massachusetts, and New York, about how their states are working to secure economic benefits for their states from the development of the offshore wind sector. Guests: Jennifer R.F. Mundt, Assistant Secretary of Clean Energy Economic Development, North Carolina Department of Commerce, where she leads the state's efforts to secure economic development and workforce opportunities in the clean energy sector. Bruce Carlisle, Managing Director, Offshore Wind, Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, where he leads efforts to advance the successful and responsible development of the offshore wind sector in Massachusetts. Georges Sassine, Vice President, Large Scale Renewables, New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA), where he works to advance land-based renewable energy and offshore wind resources in New York.   Further Reading from the CSIS Clean Resilient States Initiative: State Strategies for Expanding Economic Opportunity in Clean Energy

April 15, 2022 - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris explains why the state has partnered with its neighbors to try to become a regional hub for 'clean hydrogen' power.

March 18, 2022 - For the latest Poozer Pop Culture conversation, New York State Energy Research & Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris discusses her fascination with the art of bonsai, which was born out of the Karate Kid film franchise.

Paul Boyce, PE, PG, President/CEO of PWGC, sits down with Lisa Broughton, Suffolk County Energy Director and Climate Action Coordinator, to discuss Suffolk County's goals and objectives for clean energy across the region. This fascinating conversation includes topics such as Solar and Wind Energy, Geothermal Energy, Economic Development, and Efficiency.  Learn how local regions work closely with the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority. Lisa assists local companies as an Economic Development Liaison, listen and ask your questions to our special guest. If you or your organization is in need of our services please contact us at https://pwgrosser.com/contact/ or call 631-589-6353. Follow us Facebook: https://bit.ly/2Qceu3u Twitter: https://bit.ly/3wIri2x Instagram: https://bit.ly/3d4cZxv LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3s9dzya   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March 7, 2022 - New York State Energy Research & Development Authority President & CEO Doreen Harris talks about the state's goal of electrifying 2 million homes by 2030 and explains how it can get done.

In mid-January, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority announced that it had finalized contracts with BP and Equinor for the Empire Wind 2 and Beacon Wind offshore wind farms. The agreements brought to fruition contracts that were awarded in January of 2021 and represent one of the largest clean energy procurements ever […]

Doreen Harris, President & CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, joined the show to discuss the state's clean energy plans

In this special bonus episode recorded at the PhiusCon 2021 conference in Tarrytown, New York, Passive House Podcast co-host Zack Semke interviews Pat Fitzgerald, Senior Project Manager at NYSERDA (the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority). Thank you to NYSERDA for supporting Passive House Accelerator as a Stakeholder Partner. Thank you, too, to ROCKWOOL North America for underwriting our interviews at PhiusCon2021. https://www.rockwool.com/north-america/  View a video version of this episode at: https://youtu.be/JiVAQkCa0BA

In this special bonus episode recorded at the PhiusCon 2021 conference in Tarrytown, New York, Passive House Podcast co-host Zack Semke interviews James Geppner, RetrofitNY Senior Project Manager at NYSERDA (the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority).Thank you to NYSERDA for supporting Passive House Accelerator as a Stakeholder Partner. Thank you, too, to ROCKWOOL North America for underwriting our interviews at PhiusCon2021. https://www.rockwool.com/north-america/ View a video version of this episode at: https://youtu.be/CiLtulYFH0Q

Heating and cooling concerns about 1/3 of all greenhouse gas emissions. With the convergence of advanced clean energy technologies, the chance of being fossil fuel free now appears! In New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, more commonly known as the Climate Act, the most aggressive greenhouse gas reduction goals have been turned into law. Did you know that it not only aims to achieve 40% reduction by 2030 and 85% by 2050, but also envisions giving 35% of all benefits to communities that have been most disadvantaged by climate pollution? We have been successfully moving towards our 2025 goals, and now, through NYS Clean Heat, we can take another step forward with heat pumps! The entire world is heading down this road. Why not do it today and be ahead of the game? Anyone who gets into this program now is on the cutting edge, ahead of everyone else. With numerous incentives, this is undoubtedly what contractors (existing or new) need to grow in the geothermal space. Check this episode as we engage in a conversation with people who can help you increase your profit, lower your competition, and make a positive impact with geothermal installations!     Featured Speakers:   Wendy MacPherson is the Assistant Director of Clean Heating and Cooling for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Wendy leads New York State's efforts to develop markets that support renewable, high-efficiency, and clean thermal systems, including air-source, ground-source and water-source heat pumps. She is charged with conceptualizing & driving strategies to advance building electrification within New York State.    Steve Coulter is the Clean Heat Program Manager at Con Edison. In coordination with the statewide New York State Clean Heat Program, Steve implements Con Edison's heat pump incentive offerings - helping utility customers save energy and money with clean heating and cooling. Steve recently worked with Con Edison's Non-Wires Solutions team where he developed customer-sided solutions to reduce electric peak demand on constrained areas of the distribution grid as alternatives to traditional utility capital projects. Prior to his work at Con Edison, Steve has been passionately engaged in a range of clean energy initiatives in previous roles at Southern California Edison and the Los Angeles Business Council Institute.   Mike Seidenberg is the Owner of Eco Energy in Rochester, New York. 14 years ago, Mike left his job as a Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning technician to start his own HVAC company and specialize in geothermal heat pumps.   Maggie Seidenberg is a BPI Building Analyst & Owner of Energyvana LLC. Growing up around the HVAC industry under the wing of her Dad, Maggie was never a stranger to the changing tides of energy efficiency. After intending to study Biochemistry as a possible energy source, she saw that the very root of energy efficiency lies within the user. Her goal and success is helping New York State homeowners make a lasting impact that promotes a greener future – and a greener pocket!   Moderator:   Ron Kamen is the CEO of EarthKind Energy Consulting in Rhinebeck, New York. For decades, he's been catalyzing exponential change in sustainable energy adoption with governments, non-profits, and businesses through his expertise in the field. Ron hosts the AWESome EarthKind podcast and helps empower people to make clean energy transitions to reduce their carbon footprint and save money.     In this episode, Wendy, Steve, Mike, and Maggie join forces as they talk about the process on how a contractor can achieve greater success by becoming a Geothermal HVAC Contractor. Here, they discuss the Climate Act, the NYS Clean Heat Program Incentives, and answers questions with regards to geothermal installations and its benefit to you and the earth.     Valuable Resource:   Please read Section 4 of the the NYS Clean Heat Program Manual to learn about the Participating Contractor requirements and how to enroll. Visit the NYS Clean Heat Contractor Enrollment Page for more information and application documents: https://saveenergy.ny.gov/NYScleanheat/become-participating-contractor/ Call (844) 212-7823 for enrollment related inquiries.     Topics Covered:   03:14 – Ron introduces himself and this web class' speakers: Wendy MacPherson, Steve Coulter, Mike Seidenberg, and Maggie Seidenberg.   08:40 – Wendy discusses New York State's climate goals. Here, she highlights the Climate Act and the NYS Clean Heat alongside the reason behind the need to focus on heating and cooling.   14:59 – Steve starts by introducing himself then proceeds to talk about the NYS Clean Heat Program Incentives, the opportunities, and the how-to's of enrollment.   26:50 – Father and daughter Mike and Maggie talk about their company and how their process keeps clients motivated in this transitioning movement towards a clean and green space.   31:24 – Maggie explains how helpful the manual is in seeing and understanding what your house actually needs. Moreover, they discuss the advantage they put forward as they help train customers into effectively knowing how to approach their own geothermal space.   36:19 – What are the certifications contractors need to plan about and have in order to be able to roll a product? Are there any upstate opportunities when you do the geothermal cycle?   39:37 – Mike shares what they do with hot water then proceeds to talk about the equipments geothermal installers need to make their practice successful.   42:40 – How long does it take for them to close a deal and finish the installation process? What is the difference between geothermal and air source heat pumps? What are the benefits?   45:36 – Are there any additional license requirements imposed by the State? What are the challenges in insurance? What are the terms of warranties? Are there maintenance contracts?   49:41 – Steve mentions the biggest incentive out there as people transition more into heat pump water heaters. Wendy talks about the best way to have that state support in trainings and the participation process a contractor needs to go through in order to apply.   54:28 – Contractors are too busy with traditional business. They cannot expand their business with this limited work force. How could this be accomplished?   56:14 – As we continue transitioning, we'll later on need to change codes. What is Wendy's take on this?   58:40 – A quick summarization of the speakers' stated points in today's web class.     Valuable SuperNovas:   “There is no way New York State is going to meet these decarbonization goals with the current workforce installing heat pumps at the current pace. We need public and private sectors working together to drive this significant change. We need you to install heat pumps. We need you to be a part of the electrification revolution.” – Wendy MacPherson   “How do I become a successful geothermal contractor? Become a NYS Clean Heat Participating Contractor.” – Steve Coulter   “It is a good environment to sell on because you're showing them that you care not only about their project but [also] their home, their comfort, everything that makes it up. It's like a full body investment in a house.” – Maggie Seidenberg   “I'm pessimistic. I believe that everything is going to break someday, so it's nice to have two sources of heat, which makes the customers happy when it does break.” – Mike Seidenberg   “There is nothing that is more important right now than building electrification.” – Wendy MacPherson     Connect: Wendy MacPherson: wendy.macpherson@nyserda.ny.gov Steve Coulter: coulters@coned.com Mike Seidenberg: mikes@ecoenergyny.com Maggie Seidenberg: maggie@energyvanallc.com Ron Kamen: ron@earthkindenergy.com  

On this episode, we dive into the present and future of workforce education and training in the clean energy industry. As always, this episode is hosted by Jim Madej, CEO of Franklin Energy and AM Conservation Group, and Marisa Uchin, COO of Franklin Energy and AM Conservation Group. Guest panelists: Madeline Salzman, Project Manager of the United States Department of Energy; Adele Ferranti, Director of Workforce Training & Development at New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; and David Jacot, Director of Efficiency Solutions at Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.

October 1, 2021 - As part of her barrage of climate week announcements in September, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $36 million state commitment toward 10 regional clean energy hubs. Chris Coll, director of energy and climate equity for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, which is spearheading the initiative, explains how the money will be spent and the impact the hubs could have.

In the next episode titled "Low Rise or High Rise Budgets! Leveraging Geothermal System for New Construction," of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host Radina Valova explores how geothermal technology can support the budget for a new construction while offering a multitude of benefits.   With her guests Alex Speigel, Partner, Developer and Designer of innovative projects in the built environment at Windmill Developments, Toronto Office, and Ryan Boniello, Operations Head at Boniello Development- premiere builders of custom, luxury homes in & around Westchester County, host Radina is focusing specifically on two geothermal projects for new construction. Alex will share his experience in the geothermal and clean energy space specifically focusing on a 10-story mixed-use development in Toronto, Canada that addresses the triple bottom line approach. Ryan will share an operations design perspective from his Somers Crossing Townhouse development project in Somers, NY.  These case studies stand as successful models for innovation, collaboration and the use of clean heating and cooling technology in the construction of new low or high buildings. The discussion will focus on the efficacy of the geothermal system and how it is most suited for the comfort, cost savings, the environment and the bottom line. Topics will include planning, financing and development -- positives, challenges and implications. This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst – advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people and businesses to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode I sit down with John Lochner, the Vice President of Innovation at New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). NYSERDA was established in 1975 to support clean energy and protect the environment. They're the government entity in the state of New York that is taking the lead to help drive innovation in the CleanTech ecosystem. Not only are they helping NY meet climate goals, they're also essentially writing the playbook for how governments can drive drive the initiatives and investments needed to combat climate change. What they're doing is incredible. This is a wildly interesting and important topic. I hope you enjoy learning about it as much as I did. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nyserda (@NYSERDA) / http://twitter.com/mpd (@mpd) Show Links Guest Links: https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/ (NYSERDA), https://m.facebook.com/NYSERDA/ (Facebook), https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyserda (LinkedIn), https://www.instagram.com/nyserda/ (Instagram)  Podcast Links: http://mpd.me (Website), https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCua7T3uyg6IQeSbYyNKT_Iw (YouTube), https://twitter.com/mpd (Twitter), https://www.facebook.com/innovationwithmpd (Facebook), https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovationwithmpd (LinkedIn)

As the second in a two-part series "MythBusting Clean Heating & Cooling: The Efficacy of Retrofits," of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host Radina Valova explores the often thought impossible geothermal retrofit in historical buildings. After you hear how ground source heat pump technology worked so well for these 100+ year old buildings, this technology may rise to the top of your list for upcoming capital improvements. The examples showcased in this episode include St. Patrick's Cathedral, in Midtown NYC, a building on the historic landmark registry as well as Huguenot Memorial Church in Pelham, NY.  Host Radina welcomes her guests Eric Smith, founding principal of the New York-based firm Eric J. Smith Architects with over 30 years experience and a member of the Huguenot Church Board of Trustees and Chair of their Building and Grounds committee for 12 years. She is also joined by Jeffrey Murphy, a founding Partner of MBB Architects, his work at St. Patrick's Cathedral won a 2016 AIA National Honor Award and a 2019 AIA National COTE Award for excellence in sustainability. These projects stand as successful models for innovation, collaboration, preservation of architectural integrity and the introduction of clean heating technology into historical buildings. The discussion will focus on the efficacy of geothermal retrofitting, historic building preservation, environmental stewardship, comfort, and efficiency. Topics will include planning, financing and development -- positives, challenges and implications. This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst – advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people and businesses to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast: Columbia Energy Exchange (LS 47 · TOP 1% what is this?)Episode: Offshore Wind Gathers MomentumPub date: 2021-07-27The global offshore wind industry is booming as China and Europe break records for the size and scope of their projects.    The US wind industry is a different story. America only has one small commercial project in operation. But states and the federal government are working hard to change that. New York wants to build 9 gigawatts of wind projects off its coast by 2035. And it has awarded contracts to a major developer, Equinor, to build a third of that capacity. Host Bill Loveless speaks with Richard Kauffman, Chairman of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) about the future of this energy source. Richard is also an Adjunct Senior Research Scholar at the Center On Global Energy Policy and Chair at Generate Capital. He lays out the legislatives and economic traps as well as the points of promise when it comes to American Offshore Wind.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from ColumbiaUEnergy, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

The global offshore wind industry is booming as China and Europe break records for the size and scope of their projects.    The US wind industry is a different story. America only has one small commercial project in operation. But states and the federal government are working hard to change that. New York wants to build 9 gigawatts of wind projects off its coast by 2035. And it has awarded contracts to a major developer, Equinor, to build a third of that capacity. Host Bill Loveless speaks with Richard Kauffman, Chairman of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) about the future of this energy source. Richard is also an Adjunct Senior Research Scholar at the Center On Global Energy Policy and Chair at Generate Capital. He lays out the legislatives and economic traps as well as the points of promise when it comes to American Offshore Wind.

Community-Solar Is A New York State Shared Solar Program Which Offers All Utility Customers The Opportunity To Switch To Solar At No Cost, With Nothing On Their Roof Or Property, And Receive Immediate Savings On Their Electric BillGreen Stream Holdings Inc. (OTC ticker symbol GSFI), an emerging leader in the solar utility and finance space, which had previously announced that it would be entering the rapidly growing urban gardening sector with solar greenhouses dedicated primarily to rooftop farming, and had also announced that it is moving forward with its previously announced project to convert old shipping/cargo containers into inexpensive greenhouses for urban and inner city neighborhoods, today announced that it is partnering with the government and its agencies to target yet another unmet customer base… those people/businesses that do not have the rooftop or other area on their property to house the company's solar technology infrastructure.A Community Solar Program consists of one central solar array which is virtually connected to ten or more subscribers. The energy produced by the array offsets the utility bills of subscribers. Subscribers are often those who aren't able to install solar panels on their own property for a variety of reasons including: No roof space or shaded roof space; Older roof or incompatible roofing material; Condo/co-op board rules; and/or Municipal zoning codes that are prohibitive of solar technology.Solar Host Sites are established with a property owner who has the space, and it allows surrounding homeowners/business owners without the requisite space on their own property, to receive a savings on their electric bill due to the excess electricity being sold to the utility from the Host Site.Community-Solar is a New York State shared solar program which offers all utility customers the opportunity to switch to solar at no cost, with nothing on their roof or property, and receive immediate savings on their electric bill.Green Rain Solar has been working with New York State, the The New York Public Service Commission, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and Governor's Office for the past 10 years, helping pass the Community-Solar legislation. Green Rain Solar Consulting has partnered with the leading roofless community shared solar providers, offering individual customers a seamless transition to automatic monthly savings.The CEO of Green Stream Holdings Incorporated James DiPrima said, quote: “The program is available to all New York utility customers – residential, business, nonprofit, and renters; Nothing on your home or office building; $0 upfront cost, $0 ongoing costs – ever; Instant 15% to 25% savings on your electric bill 25+ years of savings; Move to a location and the savings stay with you (as long as you move within the same utility zone); Optimally situated and fully maintained solar arrays for maximum power generation; and Internet and smart-phone monitoring to easily track performance and savings. A solar farm is built on a “Host Site” roof top or ground mount, a remote location within a Utility Zone; The system is tied directly to the utility grid, bypassing any on-site meters; All of the power produced by the system can then be credited to any individual utility customer, at zero cost, instant savings; and the savings will be credited to the individual customers bill for 20 years+…”For more information go to: greensolarutility.com

Antonio Dixon is an MIT-trained, award-winning entrepreneur and economist with experience in healthcare (telehealth), renewable energy, and international trade, which has led him to work over 20 international markets and travel to over 60 countries. Antonio was recently recognized as a “Top 100 Startup Changemaker” from Harvard and MIT, and recognized by the U.N. as a Young Pioneer, the winner of the Frost & Sullivan Emerging Market Innovation Award.His company, SolarFi, is the only company with less than $50 million in revenue to be invited to the U.N.’s SDG Innovators Program. He currently serves an an Entreprenuer-In-Residence at Columbia University and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. An expert change-maker and serial entrepreneur, Antonio has always had an abiding interest in sustainability. To that end, as co-founder of SunPowerd he developed alliances to provide solar grids to developing countries and orchestrated key partnerships with Microsoft, Royal Dutch Shell, USAID Power Africa, and the United Nations. Based on his experiences as a resident in Africa where access to the internet and even continuous power is sometimes a luxury, Antonio saw an opportunity and leveraged his deep knowledge of technology to co-found SolarFi.SolarFi has the life-altering potential to bring energy and economic development to developing countries and seeks to connect the under-served and unconnected populations in Africa through solar-powered technology stations, which have become the Swiss Army knife for impacting communities.Connect with Antoniohttps://entrepreneurship.mit.edu/profile/antonio-dixon/https://www.facebook.com/EshipMIThttps://twitter.com/EshipMIThttps://www.instagram.com/eshipmit/https://www.linkedin.com/company/martin-trust-center-for-mit-entrepreneurship/Connect with Russ https://russjohns.com/https://thepiratesyndicate.com/https://nextstepnext.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nextstepnext/Please subscribe to the #PirateBroadcast™ YouTube channel!!!Live Stream Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAeP7sI0rm4

In this third episode in a short series on the challenges and opportunities for offshore wind power in North America, we got together with Adrienne Downey, Principal Engineer, Offshore Wind with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), and Cathy Livingston, Senior Account Manager with Hitachi ABB Power Grids. Together we explored how the offshore wind industry promises to drive job creation, the establishment of strong local supply chains, and grid infrastructure modernization in New York State and throughout the Northeast. NYSERDA Offshore Wind Programs NYSERDA Offshore Wind Projects

Season 2 Episode 1 of the weekly Podcast with Bryan Guido Hassin of Third Derivative and Danny Kennedy of New Energy Nexus. They discuss the journey these two companies have chosen to take, to boldly go where no climatetech accelerator has gone before. Episode 1: Brant Richards joins Danny and Bryan to discuss lessons learned from deploying new investment funds. Today's topics AND Feature Company of the Week Zinc8 Energy Solutions is commercializing zinc/air redox flow batteries for long-duration (>8 hours) electricity storage. At scale, Zinc8 should be half the cost of lithium-ion batteries. Zinc8 has three commercial-scale demonstrations aligned, including a 1.5 MWh system for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and another 1 MW system for the New York Power Authority. Links: Third Derivative Portfolio New Energy Nexus Network Slack Community Zinc8 Energy Solutions Zinc8 Video You can also watch the D3 Mission Log on the D3 YouTube video channel.

In this week’s episode, host Kristin Hayes talks with Kevin Rennert, a fellow at Resources for the Future (RFF) and director of RFF’s Social Cost of Carbon Initiative. Rennert has prior experience as deputy associate administrator for the Office of Policy at the US Environmental Protection Agency, senior advisor on energy for the US Senate Committee on Finance, and senior professional staff for the US Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Rennert’s expertise and leadership in these areas make him the perfect candidate to discuss the recently released interim estimate for the social cost of carbon—what it is, why it matters, how it’s evolved, and what will happen next with this important number. References and recommendations: “Discounting 101” explainer by Brian Prest; https://www.rff.org/publications/explainers/discounting-101/ “Estimating the Value of Carbon: Two Approaches” by Resources for the Future and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; https://www.rff.org/publications/reports/estimating-the-value-of-carbon-two-approaches/ “Assessing Approaches to Updating the Social Cost of Carbon” from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, by Maureen L. Cropper, Richard G. Newell, Myles R. Allen, Maximilian Auffhammer, Chris E. Forest, Inez Y. Fung, James K. Hammitt, Henry D. Jacoby, Robert E. Kopp, William Pizer, Steven K. Rose, Richard Schmalensee, and John P. Weyant; https://www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/assessing-approaches-to-updating-the-social-cost-of-carbon#sectionPublications “Accelerating Decarbonization of the U.S. Energy System” from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, by Stephen W. Pacala, Colin Cunliff, Danielle Deane-Ryan, Kelly Sims Gallagher, Julia Haggerty, Christopher T. Hendrickson, Jesse D. Jenkins, Roxanne Johnson, Timothy C. Lieuwen, Vivian Loftness, Clark A. Miller, William A. Pizer, Varun Rai, Ed Rightor, Esther Takeuchi, Susan F. Tierney, and Jennifer Wilcox; https://www.nap.edu/catalog/25932/accelerating-decarbonization-of-the-us-energy-system

Feb. 15, 2021 - We talked with Doreen Harris, Acting President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, about their exploration of heating systems to help reduce greenhouse emissions.

Quantum Quote: “The People who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world  - are the ones who do.”  – Steve Jobs   In the quest for the clean energy transition to a low-carbon economy, what do we consider a triple win? How about... customers save money, more jobs are created, AND we reduce carbon emissions?   Scott Smith is the Clean Heating & Cooling Program Manager for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). He manages the Clean Heating and Cooling Community Campaigns, helps electrify New York's Low- & Moderate-Income Housing stock, and is currently promoting clean energy solutions to communities throughout New York State.   Scott considers himself a thermodynamics geek and a heat pump advocate. He decided to focus the remainder of his career on building electrification, a hard choice but super important work.    In this episode, Scott talks about the mission at NYSERDA and New York State Clean Heat  to accelerate the decarbonization of heating of buildings in New York to help achieve the state's energy savings, greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets, and increase the pool of skilled labor for clean energy opportunities through heat pumps.   Sign up for a free webclass to discover how easy it is to get ultra-efficient geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home – without the pain of emptying your savings account.   In “The Power Of Earth with Comfort” From ClimateMaster  free webclass  you'll discover the answers every homeowner needs to know, including: How geothermal heating and cooling can draw energy from the ground beneath our feet (for pennies) Why homeowners everywhere are making the switch The secrets to securing utility incentives and tax credits to pay for a large portion of your new geothermal system and much more … Why is New York State moving to clean energy? Why are you personally involved with this program?   Clean Energy is a win-win-win.  Customers save money, we create jobs and reduce our carbon emissions.    Governor Andrew Cuomo's nation-leading climate and clean energy agenda outlined within the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) requires a 40 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and an 85 percent reduction by 2050 as well as a transition to a carbon-neutral economy across all sectors.    In order to accomplish this, we must drive electrification into our new and existing building stock, which is one of the leading sources of greenhouse gas emission in New York State. We have to switch buildings' heating and cooling to energy-efficient electric heat pumps to replace fossil fuel heating and reduce the number of harmful carbon emissions, especially as we reduce the carbon output from the electric grid and/or when we combine heat pumps with on-site renewables. What types of clean energy actions is New York State involved with?   We're ramping the installation of large scale renewables to achieve a zero-emissions electricity sector by 2040 as mandated by the CLCPA. We're investing in the infrastructure needed for the vast majority of vehicles in New York to be all-electric, and increasing our investment in building electrification.   What are the goals of the New York State Clean Heat Program?   Beginning April 1, 2020, the NYS electric utilities launched the NYS Clean Heat Statewide Heat Pump Program to administer over $450 Million in available incentives. Visit your local utility's website for more details on heat pump incentives.    NYSERDA is also investing $230 Million in Heat Pump Market Development including consumer awareness, workforce and supply chain development, and technology innovation and development.   New York State Clean Heat helps achieve the state's energy savings and greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets using the installation of heat pumps.  Increase the pool of skilled labor needed to grow a quality-oriented industry, training 14,000 workers across the heat pump supply chain by 2025 and reduce the cost of heat pump installations to increase affordability to drive adoption.    Between the $450 Million+ the utilities are investing in projects and the $230 Million that NYSERDA is investing in market development, our collective goals are to: Achieve 3.6 TBtu of energy savings through the installation of heat pumps in approximately 130,000 buildings Create 14,000 jobs across the heat pump supply chain Reduce the installed costs of heat pumps by 25% Increase shipments of heat pumps to NY by 50% with 90% of those shipped being cold climate   How do New York State residents access the programs? Where can people find information?   NYS Clean Heat Incentives are provided to qualifying contractors.  Each of the utilities has program information on its website.  There's also a page on our website nyserda.ny.gov. Choose “Find a Program” and look for “NYS Clean Heat”.  That page has a statewide list of eligible contractors and links to the utility program pages.   One BIG and UNIQUE Value SUPER NOVA   Heat pumps are super-efficient and the future of heating because they don't create heat.  They concentrate heat and move it around, thereby eliminating losses due to combustion, and are 2 to 4 times more efficient than the most efficient fossil fuel system.   Heat pumps not only provide environmental benefits, they can provide energy bill savings, increase comfort levels, and provide health benefits compared to conventional heating and cooling technologies. All are priorities for us as we look to give consumers smarter, cleaner energy choices. What is the one thing you are most ENERGIZED about today? I'm pretty energized by the heat pump I got for Christmas.  My family room, which had baseboard electric heat, was never comfortable in the winter.  Now it's comfortable AND I've already saved $100!   A parting piece of guidance: ”It's important to insulate and air seal your house when you get your heat pump system!”   Important Links: The New York Virtual Sustainable Energy Expo: Happening April 14-15, 2021, New York's Premiere Commercial Sustainable Energy Event: Register Today: https://virtual.sustainableenergyexpo.org/   Connect with Scott Smith: www.nyserda.ny.gov  Email: Scott.smith@nyserda.ny.gov    Please Go to iTunes / Apple Podcast to Rate & Review AWESome EarthKind! Thanks!  

Today's guest is John Lochner, VP of Innovation at NYSERDA.The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a government agency focused on clean energy and energy innovation. With a team of around 350 people, it supports clean solutions through catalytic capital and public policies. In this episode, John and I explore what led him to focus on energy, his role on the innovation team, and NYSERDA's charter. He also explains where he sees the biggest levers for change, what role the government should play in the energy transition, and why New York state is a pioneer in this space. John is a great guest who sits at the forefront of the green revolution!Enjoy the show!You can find me on twitter @jjacobs22 or @mcjpod and email at info@myclimatejourney.co, where I encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Episode recorded December 14th, 2020To learn more about this episode, visit: https://www.myclimatejourney.co/episodes/john-lochnerTo learn more about NYSERDA: https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/

Host Jon Powers recently moderated a fireside chat with Devin Hampton, CEO of Utility API, as part of the Navigate Webinar Series from the Northeast Clean Energy Council (NECEC) in collaboration with CleanCapital. Jon and Devin talked about building an equitable energy future and hiring a diverse workforce as we continue the transition to a clean energy economy. They discussed not only the topic of diversity, but also what action listeners can take to drive change within their companies. Though this chat was previously recorded and participants who listened live were able to submit questions, we hope you come away with a better understanding of diversity in the cleantech sector. If you have any questions after listening to the chat, please tweet @NECEC and @CleanCapital_ to keep the conversation going. Thank you to all of the Navigateseries sponsors, including New York State Energy Research & Development (NYSERDA), for supporting this chat, and thank you for listening!

Adam Zurofsky currently serves as Founding Executive Director of Rewiring America, a non-profit dedicated to combatting climate change and spurring economic growth through the rapid and widespread electrification of the U.S. economy. As Executive Director, Adam sets RA’s strategic priorities, manages its policy development, partnership, and communications activities, and manages all day-to-day operations. Until mid-2019, Adam served as Director of State Policy and Agency Management for the State of New York where he led the development and implementation of all major policy initiatives for Governor Cuomo and was responsible for strategic management of the State’s executive agencies and authorities and their more than 150,000 employees. Prior to that, Adam served as Deputy Secretary for Energy and Finance for the State of New York where he directly oversaw all policy and regulatory aspects of New York State's energy, climate, and finance portfolios as well as the following State agencies and authorities: the Department of Public Service (DPS), the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), including its New York Green Bank, the Department of Financial Services (DFS), including its Banking, Insurance and Consumer Protection divisions, and the Department of Taxation and Finance, among others. Adam was responsible for leading implementation of Governor Cuomo's climate agenda, including establishing the U.S. Climate Alliance of 25 states committed to upholding the Paris Climate Accords and the decarbonization of the over $200 billion New York Common Retirement Fund. Before joining the Cuomo administration, Adam was a partner in the New York law firm of Cahill Gordon and Reindel, LLP, where he advised leading companies, financial institutions and their boards in a wide variety of regulatory, litigation and corporate governance matters. During his almost 18 years with Cahill, Adam also chaired the Firm’s associate development program and was recognized as one of the Top 10 Securities Lawyers under 40 in the nation. Adam currently teaches climate policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. He previously co-founded Fordham Law School’s Corporate Sustainability Initiative and has served as a member of Fordham’s Adjunct Faculty, teaching on issues such as corporate social responsibility and impact/ESG investing. He is a published author and a regular speaker at conferences on topics ranging from climate policy to clean energy finance to corporate social responsibility. Adam holds an A.B. with honors in Political Science from Stanford University, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and a J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School. Adam was previously a member of The Brookings Institution's Leadership Council for Governance Studies as well as the Board of Directors of the Roundabout Theatre Company. He was also a founding Board member of Civics Unplugged. Adam lives in New York City with his wife and their three children. https://www.rewiringamerica.org/ https://www.rewiringamerica.org/household-savings-report Saul Griffith on the Green New Deal and the enormous opportunity in shooting for the moon https://nexuspmg.com/

In the premier episode of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host Radina Valova explores the efficacy of clean heating & cooling technologies in affordable housing and the resulting benefit for the low-to-moderate income communities in which they can be found.   With her guests Spencer Orkus, Managing Director, Affordable Housing, L+M Development Partners Zach Fink, Principal, ZBF Geothermal and Jennifer Leone, Chief Sustainability Officer, New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, host  Radina focuses specifically on Beach Green Dunes in the Rockaways, a beachfront urban community just over 20 miles from Manhattan.    The project stands as a successful model for innovation, collaboration and the uses of clean heating technology for building resilience in low-to-moderate income communities. The discussion will focus on the role of the New York State Housing Preservation and Development, the property developer and technology provider and installer. Topics will include planning, siting, financing and development -- positives, challenges and implications.  This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst – advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives. The episode was sponsored by WaterFurnace, a leader in clean heating & cooling technologies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Harris Beach podcast, we welcome a special guest: Adrienne Downey, principal engineer for offshore wind for the New York State Energy Research and Development Agency. NYSERDA works with stakeholders across New York to attract capital, overcome the barriers to using clean energy and help communities benefit from the transition. Adrienne discusses the state's commitment to renewables and where it's heading with Harris Beach partner Bill Flynn. Related Links: Bill Flynn Bio - https://bit.ly/2HsodhZEnergy Industry Team - https://bit.ly/3kUOjZxNYSERDA - https://on.ny.gov/3kIVDagDownload Episode Transcript

Show #725   Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Sunday 22nd March 2020. It’s Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story to save you time.   Thank you to GILBERTO ROSADO for becoming an Executive Producer of the podcast.   Welcome to a new PRODUCER BRIAN SHELDON   EVGO OFFERS SPECIAL CHARGING DISCOUNTS DUE TO COVID19 OUTBREAK "EVgo, one of the U.S. biggest fast-charging networks, announced a special time-limited discount on fast charging during coronavirus outbreak. The offer is targeted to those who are using EVs for work in priority industries that are required to keep civilization up, including health care, supplies and logistics." says InsideEVs: "According to some reports, the discount is 30%, which is a great thing to have, especially since during the outbreak prices of most things usually go up and the economy is hit severely."   https://insideevs.com/news/405612/evgo-offers-special-discounts-covid19/   @BPChargemaster If you need to charge your Emergency Services vehicle, in line with @BP_plc free fuel announcement, BP Chargemaster is providing free charging & membership across the Polar public  charging network of over 7,000 charge points, incl our 150kW chargers.   INDIA'S AIR QUALITY IMMEDIATELY IMPROVES UNDER CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN "According to to Swiss firm IQAir, around half of the world's 50 most polluted cities are in India, with much of the blame going to the sheer number of vehicles cramming overcrowded streets. After Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on Indians to observe voluntary confinement on Sunday, roads that are usually crammed with cars, rickshaws, motorbikes and buses were clear. At least 75 Indian districts are under lockdown to help control the spread of the coronavirus, and that's had an immediate positive effect on air quality in New Delhi, which is the world's most polluted capital city." says Autoblog in a Special Report: "On Monday, New Delhi's Air Quality Index was recorded at around 93, which is considered moderate. Air quality is deemed to be good when the number drops below 50. New Delhi's air is regularly considered unhealthy, and AQI averaged around 161 in March of last year, according to IQAir. In financial capital Mumbai, levels were at 90, versus an average of around 153 in March 2019. India's toxic air claimed 1.24 million lives in 2017, according to a study published in Lancet Planetary Health."   https://www.autoblog.com/2020/03/23/india-air-quality-improves-coronavirus-lockdown/   AIDELAIDE AIRPORT TO ELECTRIFY BUS FLEET "Australia’s Adelaide Airport wants to become the first airport in Australia with an electric bus fleet. Plans are to begin introduction as early as next year, with SkyBus selected as the new operator of its shuttle buses for the next five year period." reports electrive: "SkyBus is a shuttle bus operator based in Australia and New Zealand, where they provide services for around 5 riders annually. They are currently also active in Melbourne and Auckland’s airports, where the company provides carpark and airside transport for passenger."   https://www.electrive.com/2020/03/23/aidelaide-airport-to-electrify-bus-fleet/   NEW YORK TO REPLACE DIESEL TRANSIT BUSES WITH ALL-ELECTRIC The State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that more than $24 million is now available to replace diesel-powered transit buses with new all-electric transit buses, which will help improve air quality, reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change, and promote investment in cleaner fuel technologies, among other benefits. As part of the state's $127.7 million allocation of the federal Volkswagen Settlement, NYSERDA will administer approximately $18.4 million to fund the new electric transit buses through the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program and the New York Power Authority (NYPA) will manage $6 million for associated charging infrastructure.   SIEMENS UNVEILS UK’S FIRST CONVERTED ‘ELECTRIC AVENUE’ Siemens has unveiled the UK’s first avenue, which is over half a mile in length, that has been fully converted to cater for EV charging, coined ‘Electric Avenue, W9’. The project, in collaboration with ubitricity and Westminster City Council, has successfully converted 24 lampposts into EV charge points using existing city infrastructure. Residents can now charge EVs at various locations along Sutherland Avenue in London, with a further two adjoining roads due to be completed in the coming weeks.   TESLA MODEL Y SHOWS ITS ACCELERATION IN EARLY PERFORMANCE TESTS "Deliveries of the Tesla Model Y are now underway, and Brooks from Drag Times has his. Fresh from taking ownership, the first thing for him to do is find out how fast the new EV is. The answer turns out to be fairly impressive." says Chris Bruce at Motor1: "According to the Vbox telemetry, the Model Y Performance goes from a stop to 60 miles per hour (96 kilometers per hour) with a one-foot rollout in 3.426 seconds. The Dragy app shows it at 3.79 seconds. For the quarter-mile, Vbox indicates the distance requires 11.912 seconds at a speed of 116 mph (187 kph). Dragy puts the same figure at 11.96 seconds. In terms of speeds you should only hit on the track, Dragy indicates the Model Y can go from 60 mph to 130 mph (96 kph to 209 kph) in 13.11 seconds. Covering the half-mile takes 19.07 seconds, and the crossover is doing 135.41 mph (217.92 kph)"   https://www.motor1.com/news/405716/tesla-model-y-performance-testing/   WATCH TESLA MODEL Y DRIFT, GO OFF-ROAD, AND ACCELERATE FROM 0-60 MPH "The YouTube channel Out of Spec Motoring, who has some experience testing Tesla vehicles off-road, have put it to the test in a new Tesla Model Y" reports Electrek: "They have also taken the Model Y drifting using the new dyno mode, which is not just for Model Y, but again, should be used with caution"   @Out_of_Spec #ModelY off-road rest with @i1Tesla in #OffRoadAssist - ESP sending power to the correct wheels (simulating a locking differential) way better than any Tesla could before.   https://electrek.co/2020/03/22/tesla-model-y-drift-off-road-acceleration-video/   TESLA SEMI SPOTTED ON JOURNEY HOME AFTER WINTER PERFORMANCE TESTING "Various sightings of the Tesla Semi from over the weekend suggest that the all-electric semi-truck was making its way down the western seaboard of the United States from Washington, through Oregon, and back to its Fremont, California test facility." according to Gene at Teslarati: "Video captures of a Tesla Semi being transported on the back of a semi-trailer shows the prototype’s salt-covered exterior as it makes its way back from cold-climate performance testing under snowy conditions. Elon Musk indicated in the Q4 earnings call that Tesla Semi would be initially produced in limited quantity as the company focused efforts on increasing battery production capacity. Given the size of the all-electric truck and its energy needs, having a strong supply of battery cells is crucial to preventing a strain on supply for its consumer vehicles like the Model 3 and Model Y."   https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-semi-winter-testing/   QUESTION OF THE WEEK   How can the EV community all come together at this time to support each other?   I want to say a heartfelt thank you to the 240 patrons of this podcast whose generosity means I get to keep making this show, which aims to entertain and inform thousands of listeners every day about a brighter future. 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Host Marty Rosenberg talks with guest Audrey Zibleman, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). Ms. Zibelman is one of the foremost experts in the world on where the electric industry is headed and utility policy.They discuss the challenges Australia has faced delivering energy amid rapid changes to the industry and what lessons the Unites States can learn from Australia.Ms. Zibelman has international experience in the public, private, and not-for profit energy sectors. Her recent roles before joining AEMO included Chair of the New York State Public Service Commission and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of system operator PJM, as well as Board-related roles with the US Department of Energy and Advisory Council, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, the New York State Planning Board, and the New York State Emergency Planning Council.

After decades of collective experience financing billions of dollars of sustainable infrastructure, Generate Capital has created the Infrastructure-as-a-Service™ ... www.generatecapital.comGenerate Capital, Inc. operates as a specialty finance company. The company builds, owns, operates, and finances infrastructure assets for energy storage, solar PV, solar thermal, energy efficiency, biomass, agriculture, and wastewater sectors. The company offers standard financial products, such as asset backed lending, project finance, and asset warehouses and other short-term financing, as well as products custom-tailored products. It serves technology manufacturers, project developers, and contractors or integrators. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.Mr. Jigar Shah serves as Co-Founder and President at Generate Capital, Inc. He co-founded the firm in 2014. Mr. Shah serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Jigar Shah Consulting. He serves as a Director of Empower Energies, Inc. Mr. Shah serves as an Advisor of CleanChoice Energy, Inc. and EGG-energy, Inc. He has been an Independent Director of Sustainable Power Group, LLC since August 2014. Mr. Shah has been a Director of New York State Energy Research and Development ...www.positivephil.comwww.positivethis.com

After decades of collective experience financing billions of dollars of sustainable infrastructure, Generate Capital has created the Infrastructure-as-a-Service™ ... www.generatecapital.comGenerate Capital, Inc. operates as a specialty finance company. The company builds, owns, operates, and finances infrastructure assets for energy storage, solar PV, solar thermal, energy efficiency, biomass, agriculture, and wastewater sectors. The company offers standard financial products, such as asset backed lending, project finance, and asset warehouses and other short-term financing, as well as products custom-tailored products. It serves technology manufacturers, project developers, and contractors or integrators. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.Mr. Jigar Shah serves as Co-Founder and President at Generate Capital, Inc. He co-founded the firm in 2014. Mr. Shah serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Jigar Shah Consulting. He serves as a Director of Empower Energies, Inc. Mr. Shah serves as an Advisor of CleanChoice Energy, Inc. and EGG-energy, Inc. He has been an Independent Director of Sustainable Power Group, LLC since August 2014. Mr. Shah has been a Director of New York State Energy Research and Development ...www.positivephil.comwww.positivethis.com

When it comes to the Green New Deal, Washington is still trying to sort out what the movement means and what steps can be taken to address the dangers posed by climate change. And a similar case is happening in some states, like New York, where Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced a Green New Deal and bold steps he says are necessary to achieve it. In this episode of Columbia Energy Exchange, host Bill Loveless talks to Alicia Barton, the president and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. NYSERDA is a public corporation dedicated to energy innovations that would improve New York’s economy and environment – and an agency that will play a big part in the state’s Green New Deal. Bill sat down with Alicia outside the Center on Global Energy Policy’s summit in New York recently to talk about the governor’s energy agenda, including its call for an ambitious ramp-up in renewable energy deployments in New York as the state aims for 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2040 and ultimately the elimination of its carbon footprint. It’s not without controversy; some state lawmakers and some interest groups say Cuomo’s Green New Deal doesn’t go far enough. But one way or another, the Empire State seems likely to follow through on a plan of this sort. Alicia has held public and private sector leadership roles in clean energy for more than a decade, including serving as co-chair of the energy and clean tech practice at the law firm Foley Hoag, chief operations officer of the global utility business unit at SunEdison, and CEO of the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, a publicly supported agency in Massachusetts. In Massachusetts, she was also the deputy commissioner for policy and planning at the Department of Environmental Protection and the deputy general counsel at the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. During their conversation, Bill and Alicia talked about various elements of New York’s Green New Deal, like its ambitious goals for offshore wind power, distributed solar energy and energy storage, and what her agency and the rest of the state’s government, not to mention the private sector, can do to meet them. They also touched on the growing significance of states like New York acting on energy and climate change in the absence of policy in Washington. Just as important was their discussion of women in energy and the gender imbalance still seen across much of the energy apparatus in the U.S.

This week’s episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the NY Green Innovation Showcase, hosted by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Jon Powers sits down with Alicia Barton, President and CEO of NYSERDA, to talk about New York’s current and future roadmap in the energy transition. This conversation features insights from Alicia on the state of clean energy technology, storage and innovation; the US and global energy systems transition and market growth; and the role of companies, regulators, investors, governments, and utilities in building a clean energy economy. Alicia brings a wealth of experience and knowledge on the industry to share with you. Experts Only is made possible by CleanCapital. Find more episodes: http://www.cleancapital.com/expert-only Follow on Twitter: @CleanCapital_ The NY Green Innovation Showcase attracted leading cleantech investors and strategic partners from around the globe to help drive deal flows and help improve the environment for co-investment and syndication. For those who don’t know NYSERDA, they are leading the way in the US energy transition and setting the standard for many other states to follow. NYSERDA, promotes energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources. Since 1975, NYSERDA has worked with stakeholders throughout New York including residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, university researchers, utility representatives, investors, and entrepreneurs to develop, invest, and foster the conditions that expand the state’s clean energy economy. Learn more about NYSERDA: https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/About

Our guest this episode is Alicia Barton, President and CEO of NYSERDA, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Alicia is an offshore wind veteran with over a decade of experience in the industry, and we begin the conversation with her describing her background and career path that led her to NYSERDA. We then talk about Governor Andrew Cuomo’s vision for clean energy in New York and how offshore wind fits into it. We discuss some of the specific ways in which NYSERDA is moving the industry forward, including a Supply Chain Forum it is hosting on November 15. We discuss the need for stakeholder outreach, the importance of regional cooperation, and partnership with the federal government. We look ahead to next year’s IPF for which NYSERDA is the host sponsor, and we close by looking at where things stand with NYSERDA’s upcoming 800 MW offshore wind solicitation. Show references include: New York State Offshore Wind Master Plan New York Offshore Wind Supplier Forum, Nov. 15, 2018 Offshore Wind Research and Development Consortium 2019 International Partnering Forum (IPF) Recorded November 7, 2018. Published November 8, 2018.

Maggie Clout, Business Development Manager at https://www.siemens.com/global/en/home.html (Siemens). She is the lead business developer for 17 project wins of New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) NYPrize Community Microgrid Program. We discuss a pilot project where https://www.siemens.com/innovation/en/home/pictures-of-the-future/energy-and-efficiency/smart-grids-and-energy-storage-microgrid-in-brooklyn.html (Siemens worked with a company, LO3), to transact, buy and sell solar energy between neighbors on a blockchain. From a real estate standpoint using a Microgrid platform can allow for transparency in how much energy you've used, sold, bought, and what the financial benefits are. It opens up a door for real estate owners to generate income from unused electricity or heat generation in their portfolios.  Where to find out more about Maggie Clout:  https://mobile.twitter.com/jmaggieyu (Twitter) Maggie's email https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggieyu/ (LinkedIn)

In this episode, we continue to look at some of the fascinating and innovative work that researchers are doing in New York State's Proof of Concept Centers. Hear from two companies that are doing something about the weather by trying to better understand the unique meteorology of cities to improve forecasting and creating more effective and efficient wind turbines. This podcast is made possible by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), PowerBridgeNY, and NEXUS-NY.

How can we do more without causing less strain on the environment? In this podcast we continue our discussion with New York entrepreneurs participating in the state's Proof of Concept Centers program. This time, we take a deeper look at two companies addressing garbage and energy storage by taking on what some may think of as the smaller aspects of these problems. This podcast is made possible by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), PowerBridgeNY, and NEXUS-NY.

The management and removal of industrial waste is a concern that faces companies and governments around the world. In this podcast you'll hear from entrepreneurs in New York participating in the state's Proof of Concept Centers program, who are creating technologies focused on the handling of industrial waste. This podcast is made possible by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), PowerBridgeNY, and NEXUS-NY.

Proof of Concept Centers allow emerging technologists to try out their ideas, work with mentors, and develop marketable products. One of the key challenges participants face is turning a product into a viable business. In this podcast you'll hear from participating teams as they pitch their products to potential commercial customers and investors in the clean energy sector. This podcast is made possible by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), PowerBridgeNY, and NEXUS-NY.

It's easier to find people to invest in a great new tech product if you can show that it will be profitable relatively quickly. Unfortunately, that's not so easy to demonstrate. Learn how we're working to change that. The Academy and NYSERDA (the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) are teaming up to drive investment in the new technologies that will help revolutionize the way we produce and use energy by supporting Proof of Concept Centers - institutes that bridge the gap between academic laboratories and working companies. In this podcast we learn about Proof of Concept Centers: what they are and how they have the potential to create a sea change in the way new technologies are turned from ideas into realities.