AWESome EarthKind

Quantum Quote: "The Nelson family rules: (1) Don't be an asshole; (2) Don't be an asshole; and (3) Don't be a damn asshole." – Willie Nelson

What action are you taking to keep this world a place where we can continue to live?

No matter how small or how big your position, you can produce ripple effects that benefit our kids' and our grandkids' future!

Join artists Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Dead & Company, Maroon 5, Shawn Mendes & many others in using your platform to encourage people to take a step towards a livable Earth.

In this year's Met Gala, singer-songwriter Billie Eilish made a deal with one of the oldest fashion houses that if she wore their dress to the Met Gala, they would never use fur in their designs again. And guess what? They agreed!

Get up now and take a step towards positive change. Grab your phone and let your Congressional Representatives know that you want the Build Back Better Act approved.

It's good that we're recycling. It's good that we're each doing something. However, what we're facing is not going to be solved by you and I recycling alone. About 100 companies in the world are responsible for more than half of the carbon in the atmosphere. Our financial industry continues to invest Billions and Trillions of dollars in the industries that are destroying our planet.

Without changing those systems, there's no way that we're going to get where we need to be.

If we think we can make Mars a livable planet - we can make Earth a livable planet again! It's our kids' and our grandkids' future. We're at a critical tipping point in Earth history - take action and turn the tide!.https://coderedcongress.com/

Before coming to REVERB, Tanner Watt worked in both the alternative fuels and music industries. Tanner's adventures started by working for Willie Nelson and Family and then growing into a leadership role at The Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance, a non-profit organization founded by Willie, Daryl Hannah and Kelly King. With this unique experience, along with degrees in Photography and Public Relations, Tanner brings a unique skill set to the REVERB team.

Tanner loves making friends and finding positive solutions. These passions have made him a valuable member of the REVERB team for nearly 10 years. In his role as Director of Partnership, Tanner creates long lasting relationships with artists, events and more as well as finding creative ways to raise funds and engage the music community around important causes.

In Tanner's time with the organization he has developed a host of successful programs including #ROCKNREFILL a partnership with Nalgene USA centered around reusables and reducing single-use waste at events and REVERB's Farm To Stage and Farm To Family campaigns. These programs (to date) have eliminated over 4M single-use plastic bottles, raised over $3M for non-profit causes, and supported more than 4000 family farms.

Demand Climate Action: #CodeRedClimate https://coderedcongress.com/

SuperNova #1. If you can afford to build a rocket ship for fun, you can afford to pay a little more to make this country what it needs to be for our kids and our grandkids.

SuperNova #2. There's so much we can do back stage to reduce impact and touch and feel the good work that we're doing, but there's even more – exponentially more - value in what we do when it comes to educating and inspiring music fans to take action in their own lives or to get involved in their community and be a part of taking real action on the climate crisis.

SuperNova #3. The most immediate issue that's on the table right now is passing the Build Back Better Act. It is the largest piece of climate legislation that's ever been proposed in the history of our country. That single bill will put us on track to meeting and even exceeding our goals, which is hugely important. It's actually necessary if we want life on this planet to continue the way we're used to or somewhat used to. That's the biggest issue that people can take action on. Registering to vote and getting out and being part of the conversation and understanding the leaders that we're electing and where they stand on these issues – that's crucially important, too.

Aha Moment: "When I was in college, I was an angry kid, like a rage against machines. I had a lot of this anger at authority energy and didn't know what to do with it. The Universe brought me to Hawaii. My wife and I got to find a job and I started doing computer work at a local Apple reseller. Through that, I randomly met a bunch of people and ended up starting to work with Willie Nelson's family. That was the biggest moment for me. That was a huge eye-opener for me. Just to see the power of people in celebrity positions who use that position for something positive, that was a huge inspiration for me, and beyond that, to be able to see such a diverse group of people supporting what we believe in. That's what made me do what I'm doing today." – Tanner Watt

Best Advice He's Ever Received: "Just smile and nod. When somebody's saying that you know is wrong, in many cases, it's just better to smile and nod than to engage." – Tanner Watt

Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: "I try to be a good listener and I also to never be afraid to talk. When I've got something to say, I tend to say it. For good or for bad, I don't have the best filter. For me, to stay true to me and say it like it is. Most of the time, people appreciate it." – Tanner Watt

Internet Resource: https://coderedcongress.com/

Book Recommendation: Crying in H Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner

Magic Wand: "If I could change one thing for every person in the world, I think it would be to open their hearts and their ears. Just to give people a little bit more empathy or a little bit more understanding when it comes to trying to see things through other people's eyes. That would go a really long way." – Tanner Watt

WTF or F: "I grew up in California. I lived in the bay area during the big quake. That was a crazy experience as a child, something that's eye-opening to see that as a kid. I thought that was like a once in my lifetime sort of event, then growing up to see it happen so many more times in so many other places with hurricanes, tzunamis, wildfires & other extreme weather events - those were even more eye-opening experiences." – Tanner Watt

Most Energized About Today: "It's the next generation – the younger generation. I've never seen more intelligent, more active, more excited young people than I have in the last few years. I feel like things will get better because the people who are demanding it are becoming more powerful; and hopefully over time, that's really gonna create change." – Tanner Watt

Next Steps: "We've got tours on the road, getting ready to host huge tours next year. Really looking forward to the music industry really opening up again." – Tanner Watt

Parting Advice: "Keep an open mind. Listen a lot. Talk when you have to. Don't be afraid to speak your mind. Just get up and do something. Be a part of change. There's so much to be done. We can all find ways to get involved." – Tanner Watt

Connect:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.reverb.org
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reverb/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/reverb_org?lang=en
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reverb_org/?hl=en

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 Climate Master 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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and register now for this FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

We'd like to hear from you! Please help us understand how AWESome EarthKind can help you achieve your clean energy goals – and you'll automatically be entered into a Sweepstakes for a Free LED Light Fixture:

Quantum Quote: "Know thy enemy and know thyself and a thousand battles you will win." – Sun Tzu

How much would you give to have your kids live a healthy and happy life?

More and more people are waking up to the fact that this is a very critical time for our survival, and that we still have a long way to go in order to achieve the goal of having 100% fossil-fuel free electricity, heating, cooling and transportation by 2050.

Do you know that we will be saving a lot of money when this transition happens? Investing in the clean energy transition will create over $5 trillion in savings - and it will fuel millions of jobs!

The 3 million Americans working in the clean energy industry (triple the number working in fossil fuels) at this moment are just the beginning.

This is a climate crisis. It really is an emergency. We all need to take part in rebuilding our civilization because after all, this is an investment in our kids' lungs and ours. You are a part of this society. Use your voice to make a difference.

Alok Disa is a Senior Research and Policy Analyst at Earthjustice and leads the Northeast Regional team's work on transportation electrification with an emphasis on the climate and public health impacts of truck and bus emissions.

For 50 years, Earthjustice has been a legal backbone for the environmental movement. It is a premiere non-profit public interest environmental law organization that represents clients free-of-charge to take on cases that will advance the law and policy that we need to protect our air, water, land, and everything else.

Watch a free webclass Power of Earth by Climate Master 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 by Climate Master 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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, download the FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

Do you want to increase your climate impact by a factor of 1,000?

Then pick up your phone today and call your United States Congressional Representative and both your US Senators and ask them to support the federal "Build Back Better" bill.

"Build Back Better" will create the largest climate protection action in American history.

Because so few people take the time and make the effort – our elected representatives interpret the opinion of everyone who calls or writes as representing the views of 1,000 other citizens.

During these next few weeks, Congress will vote on the "Build Back Better" bill that aims to get the country to 80% pollution-free electricity by 2030 and cut climate pollution 100% by 2050.

The "Build Back Better" bill provides tax incentives for solar, wind, energy-efficiency, electric cars, charging stations, and more; and it will finally cut subsidies for fossil fuels. It will also drive major investments into communities that have been disproportionately hit by environmental injustice.

After you make the calls, spread the word via social media by posting images of a large red exclamation point using the hashtags #CodeRedClimate and #CodeRedCongress.

You'll be joining some of your favorite musicians and celebrities include the Dave Matthews Band, Dead & Company, Billie Eilish, Melissa Etheridge, Finneas, Maroon 5, Brittany Howard, Jon Batiste, Alec Benjamin, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jane Fonda, Mark Ruffalo, Damian and Stephen Marley, GROUPLOVE, Huey Lewis and The News, and many others.

When the "Build Back Better" bill passes, the United States can enter the global climate negotiations on Nov. 1st with America setting out to cut climate pollution 100% by 2050 - and encourage other major nations to do the same.

If not you – then who? Act now and help create a better future for our children - and all 7+ Billion EarthKind people.

SuperNova #1. It's kind of a complicated process, but in reality, anyone can participate in these systems. You don't have to be a lawyer to participate. Obviously, it helps to have a lawyer – to know a lawyer, but if you just dig and you figure it out, you find at any given time that there's a lot of procedures and processes that you can weigh in on – you can lend your voice, and your voice will matter. The barriers are real, but there are ways we can all use our voice, our power, and our time to influence the outcomes.

SuperNova #2. You are a part of this society. Your voice makes a difference.

SuperNova #3. It's an investment. Some people are barking at the price tag of the federal "Build Back Better" legislation, but the price tag is not telling you anything about the provisions. What are we trying to achieve with this money? We can't lose sight of that. This investment is already less than what we know that we need, but it's the start. There's no amount of money that we should be balking at when we think about the triple win – the climate win, the public health win, and the economic and jobs win. This is an investment in our kids' lungs and ours.

Best Advice He's Ever Received: "I have two. The first one: trust the process. Do the work and trust the process. The other one is you miss a hundred percent of the shots you don't take. You have to do the work, put yourself out there, and only then can you reap the rewards of your hard work." – Alok Disa

Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: "That one thing that really helps me is just being really tenacious; not taking no for an answer. Just don't take no for an answer and find the thing that you're looking for. We have passion in our side. We have justice on our side. We just have to roll up our sleeves and just do the work." – Alok Disa

Internet Resource: AirNow

Book Recommendation: "Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants" by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Magic Wand: "It's that we actually stop burning fossil fuels, we stop extracting fossil fuels, we stop bending to their interests, and we ramp up the clean energy technology that's there. Basically, we could create the future where we don't just tamp down our emissions but we rebuild our society in a justice-forward way." – Alok Disa

WTF or F: "When I was living in California, a friend of mine – we were getting ready to go on a camping trip to Yosemite. We rented a van and did whatever precaution we had to do. We went there, set up the camp, cooked and had a great time. When we were sleeping, we realized that there's all these patterns on our tents, and when we looked out, it's like a blizzard happened overnight. It's blanketed in snow, and that was not part of the forecast. We didn't have the gear we need for that. We're the only ones in this parking lot and the plow had plowed us in. We had no way to get to the main road. I couldn't get the car started. Finally, when I did get the van started, I had to drive through the snow bank to get through. Eventually, it worked. We managed. No harm. Then we had this beautiful time in Yosemite. It was pretty empty and was actually one of the most picturesque things I've ever seen in my life." – Alok Disa

Most Energized About Today: "It's the new administration in New York State, Governor Hochul, some of the signals that she's shown – that she wants to be a climate leader. She said it's not about goals, it's about action. It's about what we do. We have a great opportunity with her leadership to meet those goals and exceed those goals that we have under the CLCPA." – Alok Disa

Parting Advice: "Be in the fight. Don't back down. Keep fighting. If you take one loss, that's fine, but in the end, you're gonna win if you believe in the cause. There's gonna be down moments, but just keep fighting." – Alok Disa

Connect:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website and Action Templates: Earthjustice; Take Action: Time for big, bold, and equitable climate investments; and Take Action: Tell the EPA to strengthen clean car standards.
• Twitter: @Earthjustice
• Instagram: @earthjustice
• Facebook: @Earthjustice
• TikTok: @earthjustice
• Personal Twitter: @alok_disa
• Twitter: @RightToZeroCA
• Twitter: @RightToZeroDMV

Quantum Quote: "We need to put a sunset on fossil fuel use in our homes." – Bill Nowak

Are you aware that an average person in the United States emits 16 tons of climate-disrupting carbon dioxide every year?

Even the way natural gas has been advertised for decades doesn't actually reflect the truth at this point of time!

Statistics say that heating oil and gasoline are about 1 ½ times as problematic as natural gas. BUT - natural gas emits methane, which is much more dangerous on a 20 year time frame than it is on a 100 year time frame - about 86 times as bad of a climate gas than carbon dioxide is! Natural gas is about twice as problematic as we thought it was - and it is worse for the climate than heating oil.

Every time a new building that uses fossil fuels is built, we're actually locking ourselves into a continuously worsening climate change for about 20-30 years more. Just like what the scientists have predicted, the frequency of various weather catastrophes and the damage we face alongside these events are now getting bigger and more intense.

Do you know that 2020 holds the record for being the largest year of $1 billion weather catastrophe damage, and the last hurricane Ida this year caused $50 billion of damages?

Today is when we either do something about climate change or suffer the devastating consequences. Geothermal has a really huge role to play in reducing climate impacts.. Geothermal is the most efficient way of heating and cooling, and we need to start this transition now!

Check out this week's AWESome EarthKind Energy podcast where we interview Bill Nowak, the Executive Director of New York – Geothermal Energy Organization (NY-GEO).

Bill Nowak is a former NY Senate staffer, Labor organizer for CWA, and has been the ED of NY-GEO since its inception in 2014.

NY-GEO represents stakeholders in the geothermal heat pump industry, and Bill does this work for everybody who comes after him. He and his friends are seeing the horrors that await us with climate change – the suffering of humankind – and this made him involve himself as he takes part in trying to lessen the suffering humanity is facing nowadays.

Watch a free webclass Power of Earth by Climate Master 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 by Climate Master 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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, download the FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

Do you want to increase your climate impact by a factor of 1,000?

Then pick up your phone today and call your United States Congressional Representative and both your US Senators and ask them to support the federal "Build Back Better" bill.

"Build Back Better" will create the largest climate protection action in American history.

Because so few people take the time and make the effort – our elected representatives interpret the opinion of everyone who calls or writes as representing the views of 1,000 other citizens.

During the week of Sept. 27th, Congress will vote on the "Build Back Better" bill that aims to get the country to 80% pollution-free electricity by 2030 and cut climate pollution 100% by 2050.

The "Build Back Better" bill provides tax incentives for solar, wind, energy-efficiency, electric cars, charging stations, and more; and it will finally cut subsidies for fossil fuels. It will also drive major investments into communities that have been disproportionately hit by environmental injustice.

After you make the calls, spread the word via social media by posting images of a large red exclamation point using the hashtags #CodeRedClimate and #CodeRedCongress.

You'll be joining some of your favorite musicians and celebrities include the Dave Matthews Band, Dead & Company, Billie Eilish, Melissa Etheridge, Finneas, Maroon 5, Brittany Howard, Jon Batiste, Alec Benjamin, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jane Fonda, Mark Ruffalo, Damian and Stephen Marley, GROUPLOVE, Huey Lewis and The News, and many others.

When the "Build Back Better" bill passes, the United States can enter the global climate negotiations on Nov. 1st with America setting out to cut climate pollution 100% by 2050 - and encourage other major nations to do the same.

If not you – then who? Act now and help create a better future for our children - and all 7+ Billion EarthKind people.

SuperNova #1. At this point, heating our homes is tied – it's co-equal – with transportation. People think electricity generation is the be all and end all of climate change and we have to get away from fossil fuels there. It's absolutely true that we need to do that, but the main greenhouse gases in New York State are from heating our buildings and driving. We have to take care of both of those.

SuperNova #2. There's no limit at this point what geothermal can do.

SuperNova #3. Folks have to stop thinking of natural gas as what it's been advertised for for decades. It is not "the cleanest source of fuel and a great bridge fuel to renewables". It is neither at this point.

Aha! Moment: "For me, it's when I woke up to what climate change is all about. I listened to what they were saying in the late '80s and I understood it. Realize that we are facing enormous suffering if we don't act now. It's going to take some sacrifices to avoid suffering; those sacrifices have to do with making change, and change is difficult for people. We really need to join together as a human race to solve this problem." – Bill Nowak

Best Advice He's Ever Received: "Do unto others as you would do unto yourself." – Bill Nowak

Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: "I think I was raised to work hard and to take other people's concerns seriously, and it works." – Bill Nowak

Internet Resource: NY-GEO

Reading Recommendation: Green Energy Times

Magic Wand: "It would be a fossil fuel sunset starting in New York State and spreading worldwide. We need to stop burning fossil fuels." – Bill Nowak

Most Energized About Today: "I think the other people that are waking up and getting active. The word is getting out there. NY-GEO participates in nn incredible grassroots organization called Renewable Heat Now. It's just awesome to see largely young people in this organization with sophisticated analysis and great skills they built up, working to make this all happen." – Bill Nowak

Parting Advice: "Ron, you have been a stalwart for decades. You and I go back a long time, and you have done great work for decades. Thank you for doing this series and thank you for the work that you've done."– Bill Nowak

Connect:

• Email: [email protected]

Do you want to create the clean energy future we need to make the world safe for yourselves, your children, and all future generations?

Do you know that solar energy can supply up to 40% of the nation's electricity - within 15 years? Yes, that's true! The US Department of Energy's recent study, called Solar Futures (https://www.energy.gov/articles/doe-releases-solar-futures-study-providing-blueprint-zero-carbon-grid), found that solar – our cheapest and fastest-growing source of clean energy – could produce enough electricity to power all of the homes in the U.S. by 2035 - and employ as many as 1.5 million people in the process!

However, while the goal is achievable, we need coordinated national action to get there.

In order to achieve this level of decarbonization, the US must not only install an average of 30 gigawatts of solar capacity per year between now and 2025 — double our current rate — and 60 gigawatts per year from 2025 to 2030. To get to this next level of change will require policy advances.

Together, we are now an AWESome force of nature. We are literally changing the world. Every phone call that you make to your US Congress and Senate representatives is interpreted as representing the viewpoints of 1,000 people in your community.

Pick up that phone, take part in this Earth's journey towards becoming a safe place to live in, and let your government know you want a clean energy future.

Go clean, save green, and energize today!

Ron Kamen is your host and clean energy guide here in AWESome EarthKind Podcast. For more than 3 decades, he has helped businesses, governments, non-profits, and communities take their next step in clean energy transformations that allow people to reduce carbon footprints and save money. Ron guides us all to empower and energize ourselves through AWESome EarthKind Podcast – so that wherever we are on the clean energy spectrum, we can take our next step to a healthier and more sustainable future.

In this episode, Ron focuses on the human loss and financial cost of climate disruption, alongside the importance of government policy to lead the way to a bright future. Here, he cites the US Department of Energy's recent study called Solar Futures and President Biden's plan to spend $1 trillion to fortify infrastructure nationwide including electrical grids, water, and sewer systems to better defend against extreme weather.

Watch one of "The Power of Earth with Comfort" from Climate Master webclasses: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLah5C8kHNExjV1JvbyuQEcBOKhVRjxJ-f

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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and download one of the FREE special events that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

We'd like to hear from you! Please help us understand how AWESomeEarthKind can help you achieve your clean energy goals – and you'll automatically be entered into a Sweepstakes for a Free LED Light Fixture:

SEND YOUR FEEDBACK TODAY

Topics Covered:

01:07 – Ron recalls that day over a week ago when his colleagues informed him about two different climate disasters – a major tornado in New Jersey and an 8' water flood in New York which altogether took away 89 people's lives and left a damage cost of over $50 billion across the country in total.

03:30 – Ron mentions the International Panel on Climate Change's report about the changes in the Earth's climate in every region and across the whole climate system, and talks about the government's role in this dramatic change.

05:10 – Ron quotes Solar Futures – a study released by the US Department of Energy last week.

11:12 – What can we do to be part of the Earth's dramatic change towards becoming safe and clean?

Resource Mentioned:

• Solar Futures Study

Connect with Ron Kamen:

• Website: https://awesomeearthkind.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awesomeearthkind
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awesomeearthkind/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/awesomearthkind
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12448715/

Quantum Quote: "We're not magicians. We're just nerds." – EnergyOgre's Motto

People are busy, and we do not usually pay attention to electricity - until the times when it's not there.

In the 1990s, many states deregulated their electricity utilities. If you are in New York or Texas or other deregulated states, you can now choose your electricity supplier. But, many homeowners are overpaying for electricity without knowing it.

Texas has about 140 authorized retail electricity providers providing consumers with the opportunity to choose. Across the US, different regulatory systems make choosing the right electricity supplier a time-consuming and confusing process.

You might even have experienced being tricked by that "switch your electricity provider - pay less, save more, and receive freebies" tactic. Then, after a month or two - boom! You're paying triple the low introductory rate,

In Texas, for only $10/month, you can have an expert who will figure out the best energy choice to lower your costs and provide a cleaner and greener country.

Check out this week's AWESome EarthKind podcast where we interview Jesson Bradshaw.

Jesson Bradshaw is the CEO of Energy Ogre, an electricity management company that uses proprietary systems to ensure its customers are always getting the best prices on their energy.

Energy Ogre has helped over 100,000 Texans save up to 40% on their electricity bills, over $150M since its founding.

Jesson's insights into electricity deregulation in Texas are applicable to anyone living in a deregulated state. He speaks about the issues with last winter's electricity system failures in Texas, and discusses renewable energy, future technologies, and consumer services.

Download 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.

Watch one of "The Power of Earth with Comfort" from Climate Master webclasses: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLah5C8kHNExjV1JvbyuQEcBOKhVRjxJ-f

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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and download one of the FREE special events that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

We'd like to hear from you! Please help us understand how AWESomeEarthKind can help you achieve your clean energy goals – and you'll automatically be entered into a Sweepstakes for a Free LED Light Fixture:

SEND YOUR FEEDBACK TODAY

SuperNova #1. You probably have a spider sense that you should check your insurance coverage. I think people's intuition tells them that they probably are not in a completely optimized situation. What's shocking to them is how unoptimized that actually are. If you can cut 25-45% of the cost out, it's like, "Oh, that's a lot more than my spider sense was telling me." If you haven't changed your provider and you've never talked with your provider because you're in auto pay in two or three years, guaranteed – you're sub-optimized. You gotta put the work in.

SuperNova #2. I'm not selling electricity. I'm stepping in as a subject matter expert to manage your house like I manage my own – giving you your specific information, your specific demand profile, and what's the best option for you on a completely agnostic basis. We've just aligned ourselves a hundred percent with the customers' side. We don't have any margin opportunities with placing people with any particular provider; we don't get paid by them.

SuperNova #3. Renewables should end up winning in the long run. It's not because it's a mandate thing and may not even be a function of trying to meet a climate goal. I think it will happen just by matter of economics.

Best Advice He's Ever Received: "Show up every day." – Jesson Bradshaw

Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: "Reading and research; just trying to suck in as much information as possible." – Jesson Bradshaw

Internet Resource: ScienceDaily

Book Recommendation: Jocko Willink's books

Magic Wand: "Peace on Earth." – Jesson Bradshaw

Most Energized About Today: "I really love that there is this confluence of technology making its way into the energy space. There's so many things that flow out of our entire society based upon the way we consume energy – from how productive we are, how efficient we are, what that means in terms of wealth distribution – everything. The core of it all was really how we produce and how we consume energy. I'm super excited at what I see – that we're right on the process. It's a really exciting time." – Jesson Bradshaw

Parting Advice: "As an entrepreneur, if anyone else out there is thinking about stepping off into that abyss, if you've thought about it and you're gonna do it, there's so many opportunities, so many positive things that you can do to change folks around you, your communities, and really be a leader and a contributor. I highly encourage folks to look into that and if you're not sure - take a leap of faith from time to time. Be an innovator and bring your ideas for the benefit of all of us." – Jesson Bradshaw

Connect:

• Website: https://www.energyogre.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/energy-ogre/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energy.ogre/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/EnergyOgre
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/energyogre

Quantum Quote: "If everybody is thinking the same, then somebody isn't thinking." – General George Patton

In this time of the pandemic, everything we do is done at home. Everyone's inside and we're at home for the whole day, therefore our energy consumption gets higher as well.

Many people are doing home improvements, but not everyone can afford the upfront investments necessary to improve energy efficiency and reduce their energy costs.

Did you know that GoodLeap finances half of the residential solar installations in the United States? Now, you can now be financed to purchase geothermal heat pumps and other energy efficiency products in 15-20 year contracts. You can even apply tax credit or grants toward the loan and lower the payment after 18 months, making your project cash positive!

With geothermal, you can see at a 2/3 reduction in your annual heating and cooling costs compared to oil or propane..

Moreover, if you're a contractor, you can also learn how to sell financing and improve your sales. The renewable energy technologies are getting more affordable and cost effective. This is most evident with solar, where the installed prices have decreased from $10 per watt a decade ago - to under $3.50 per watt today!

Check out this week's AWESome EarthKind Energy podcast where we interview Eric Howarth, the Vice President of Home Innovation Solutions in GoodLeap.

Eric Howarth has 20 years of experience in the home improvement financing space. In this time, Eric has run large-scale manufacturer and distribution financing programs and has taught thousands of contractors to use financing to upsell into high efficiency and renewable energy.

Eric has been working with GoodLeap for two and a half years. Currently, GoodLeap is already the largest solar-lender in the space, with about 50% market share of all US residential solar system sales.

Download 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 Climate Master 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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and download this FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

We'd like to hear from you! Please help us understand how AWESomeEarthKind can help you achieve your clean energy goals – and you'll automatically be entered into a Sweepstakes for a Free LED Light Fixture:

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SuperNova #1. The number one thing I've seen over the years that changes contractor stars is to consistently offer low monthly payment options. Nobody likes to write a big check. Nobody likes to empty their bank account of cash. If you can get them a low monthly payment, you have a much better chance of closing the job.

SuperNova #2. It really starts not just with the homeowner education but teaching the contractor to be comfortable selling financing in the home to open up those opportunities for energy efficiency.

SuperNova #3. Don't put your own preconceived notions on the customer. Offer them everything and let them choose their preferred payment option.

Worst Career Moment: "I was giving a speech at the million solar roofs initiative in 2008, and just before I went on, I got a call from my rep that literally said all of my programs have been shut down… It was a life lesson for me not to put all my eggs in one basket." – Eric Howarth

Aha! Moment: "My 100th time at home with the contractor. I was with a contractor that was small and their main goal was to be just entrepreneurs and do whatever. In the home with them, sitting in front of the customer, he started trying to close the transaction without offering financing. Here I am the financing guy, and he just went right to the price of the unit. Instead, I calculated the payment and I just said, 'hey I am the financing person and that payment would only be x for month'. The light went on for them and they grew. Now, they're a $70 million company." – Eric Howarth

Best Advice He's Ever Received: "Always be patient. You don't have to make instant decisions all the time." – Eric Howarth

Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: "Listening to my clients on what they need so I can help them grow their business." – Eric Howarth

Internet Resource: NEXT IQ

Book Recommendation: The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan

Magic Wand: "I would wish that everybody could be at peace." – Eric Howarth

WTF or F: "I was with a finance group that was trying to recruit me. We were sitting down for dinner and lightning knocked the power out. The restaurant we were in was a steakhouse where you cook your own steak. They had barbecue pits in there, and so they needed the power to pull out the smoke. Without power, the place started filling with smoke. We all had to go outside of the restaurant, and they had this little tiny cover in the front. There wasn't enough room for everybody.We were all dressed up for a business thing, and were a hundred percent soaked in about two seconds." – Eric Howarth

Most Energized About Today: "I love where I work. I love the people I work with. I'm energized about the company that I work for. It's an amazing group of people." – Eric Howarth

Next Step: "I'm rolling out home improvement to the US, so I'm totally excited about it. We've come out with a really strong program, a great technology that could literally process a loan in less than two minutes." – Eric Howarth

Parting Advice: "Offer a monthly payment as your first option every single time; and then for your cash buyers, still offer them a no-interest, no-pay option." – Eric Howarth

Connect:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 209-423-6795
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-howarth-18bb6a191
• Website: https://goodleap.com

For more than 3 decades, I've helped businesses, governments, non-profits, and communities take their next step in clean energy transformations that reduce carbon footprints and save money. The goal of the AWESome EarthKind Podcast is to empower and energize YOU - so that, wherever you are on the clean energy spectrum, you can take your next step to a healthier & more sustainable future.

We're going to do something a bit different today. Instead of an interview – I'm going to just give you my perspective on the human race – the good, the bad, and the ugly. The Fear. And what gives me hope.

A lot of people have been telling me that they don't think we're going to make it. That their children don't believe they have a future. That the world is literally going to hell.

Today, you are I live on a planet that is being torn apart. In addition to the fear, anger and hatred being fueled by tribalism, ignorance, and social media - we are witnessing droughts, extreme heat, and wildfires that are literally burning down whole communities. At the same time, the increasing number and intensity of floods, Superstorms, and tornados batters our entire civilization from one side of the planet to the other.

It's now very clear that woman and mankind- all EARTHKIND – are another Force of Nature. And our collective power is fueling our impending destruction.

You can check out the full interview here. We'd love to keep inspiring you towards the clear energy future we all deserve. https://awesomeearthkind.com/podcasts/helpfullyhoping

Quantum Quote: "Pressure makes diamonds." – Ariel Fan

Within the last 18 months, multiple companies have committed to become 100% carbon neutral by 2030, and entire industries are being galvanized. But we're just at the beginning to scratch the surface of the most massive revolution in over 100 years.

By 2035, no combustion vehicles will be sold in California or New York. Virtually every auto manufacturer - and many new ones - now have electric cars for sale. As one example, Ford invested over $10 Billion in electric vehicles, with the Mustang-E and F-150 Electric now on the market.

Do you know that there are 150,000 Level 2 charging ports across the US? These 220 volt chargers take 4-6 hours for an EV to be fully-charged. As the industry evolves, we are seeing more DC fast chargers (Level 3) like Tesla's superchargers – which can charge a fully electric car to its full battery within the short period of 20-45 minutes.

Starting in 2022 in California, NY City, and elsewhere, at least 10% of all new construction buildings' parking stalls must be EV-charging-capable.

GreenWealth is making it possible by stacking rebates, grants and tax credits with customized charging and fleet programs for any type of business, non-profit, or government.

Whoever you are, if you care about this mission, come and we will find a place for you!

Check out this week's AWESome EarthKind Energy podcast where we interview Ariel Fan.

Ariel Fan is the Founder and CEO of GreenWealth Energy – the first woman, minority-owned business enterprise (WMBE) energy company certified for government and public procurement in California. Prior to founding GreenWealth, Ariel was recognized as Southern California Edison's Energy Efficiency Partner of the Year in 2016.

As a female founder, she belongs to the 0.3% of all entrepreneurs and company owners in the clean energy space, and she's "loud and proud" to represent small, diverse, and disadvantaged companies everywhere. Her experience made her realize that the public is actually confused by the idea of green building technologies and financial incentives; therefore, she has made it her mission to create easy pathways for building owners to save energy.

GreenWealth Energy Solutions is partnered with ChargePoint – the largest EV charging manufacturer in the United States – in developing EV charging stations, specifically helping commercial and multi-family businesses and buildings transition to the clean energy future by deploying EV charging stations and getting incentives either in the form of utility rebates, state grants, or federal tax credits. GreenWealth has construction, design engineering, and rebate procurement capabilities all in one roof.

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 Climate Master 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…

If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and register now for this FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

We'd like to hear from you! Please help us understand how AWESomeEarthKind can help you achieve your clean energy goals – and you'll automatically be entered into a Sweepstakes for a Free LED Light Fixture:

SEND YOUR FEEDBACK TODAY

SuperNova #1. If you are in business and you're in clean energy, go to your elected officials to tell them what you think, because everyone is looking for advice right now.

SuperNova #2. A lot of people are hesitant to think about lighting and solar because in their mind, these things are very expensive; it's outside of their budget. Take the first step. Be brave and try. It's really not that expensive and has outstanding returns on your investment.

SuperNova #3. To all the women and young girls that are listening to this podcast - You have to step into your power and show up with the presence and authority you want. Focus on yourself and where you can develop to have that inner strength; it will flow into your organization and in the things that you want to do.

Worst Career Moment: "When I first started my company, I was 24 and I kept thinking in the back of my head all these negative worries. I also had family pressures then. Being Taiwanese-American, I had what daughters of immigrant families have - parents that prioritize stability and professional careers. I was afraid to go after the bigger contracts. For years, this hugely stepped on our growth. One year, I went to LightFair International, and for 10 minutes, nobody would talk to me. I was invisible." – Ariel Fan

Best Advice She's Ever Received: "Whether you believe you can or you can't, you're right."

Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: "Supplements. Spirulina and Probiotics. Constant energy. Low caffeine; caffeinate only when necessary." – Ariel Fan

Internet Resource: The New York Times

Book Recommendation: Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell

Magic Wand: "Awareness of themselves; self-awareness. Everyone can no longer be ignorant of their effects on others, on the earth, and anything they do. They don't have to change what they're doing, but they just have to know their effect." – Ariel Fan

WTF or F: "I was there during hurricane Sandy. I was living at that time on 28th street and this was the line separating lower Manhattan to upper Manhattan. Everything 27th street and below was completely pitch dark. Sandy came in and for three or four days straight, we were in a lockdown. A lot of my friends going to college at that time had nowhere to live. There were people in Times Square charging their phones desperately to get a little bit of charge because all of the bottom of Manhattan had no electricity. It was such a surreal dystopian moment. The only light that you would see would be ambulances or police cars shining their light. It was pitch dark." – Ariel Fan

Most Energized About Today: "Building a hundred million dollar EV infrastructure company in the next five years. To take a company that was completely bootstrapped from my savings account and my credit card, and build it into a real organization that can help customers, and help not only the biggest customers but the tiny ones that nobody else wants to help, and build a culture of people who are committed to the mission – to being part of the biggest electrification event of our lifetimes and our kids' lifetimes." – Ariel Fan

Next Step: "We're in the process of raising funds." – Ariel Fan

Parting Advice: "Be the authentic you. Don't be afraid to be who you are." – Ariel Fan

Connect:

• Website: https://www.green-wealth.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielfanenergy
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielfanenergy/

Welcome, AWESome EarthKind People!

Hi - I'm Ron Kamen - your host & clean energy guide. For more than 3 decades, I've helped businesses, governments, non-profits and communities take their next step in clean energy transformations that reduce carbon footprints and save money. AWESome EarthKind is here to empower and energize YOU - so that you can take your next step.

We launched the AWESome EarthKind podcast a year ago on August 6th, 2020 –– the 75th anniversary of humanity's destructive use of nuclear power on the people of Hiroshima, arguably the date that humanity became the 5th Force of Nature.

Almost every day, extreme weather events demonstrate the incredible power of the 4 elements – the Air, Water , Earth, and Sun.

Our entire civilization is now at the tipping point. Weird and unpredictable weather has become the new normal. Wildfires, droughts, and extreme heat are affecting many people around the planet, while the increasing number and intensity of floods, Superstorms, and tornados regularly threaten just about everyone.

To divert the catastrophic consequences of climate disruption, we MUST all come together and make the transition to clean energy.

We started AWESome EarthKind to share the GOOD News that the AWESome Forces of Nature offer us thousands of times more energy than we need.

We want to ensure that you - and everyone - understands the BETTER News - that human ingenuity and innovation are harnessing the 4 Elements and that we can now use this AWESome EarthKind Energy for all our electricity, heating, cooling, and transportation needs

And we aim to spread the BEST News… that clean energy can save us money.

YOU, me, and the 7 Billion people on the planet are now the 5th Element. Woman and Mankind - all "EarthKind" – are literally changing the world, and we all need to take the personal, professional and political actions that can stop and reverse the catastrophic impacts of climate disruption – and create a brighter, healthier, more just and prosperous civilization.

AWESome EarthKind is for people who want to learn how to move to clean energy and save money when they make the transition.

Over this past year, we've created episodes with leading policy and technology experts, construction professionals, and average homeowners who are working toward a clean energy future.

• Awareness, Hope, & Opportunity of clean energy technologies

• Health Impacts and how clean energy technologies can reduce the risk of asthma & other respiratory illnesses

• Energy Efficiency & Clean Energy's Big 3: Renewable Electricity, Clean Heating & Electric Vehicles

• The Business Voice & New Business Models that have created 3.4 Million American jobs – 3x more than those in the fossil fuel industry

• Environmental Justice and how clean energy "empowers the people that most need the work with the ability to do the work that most needs doing"

• Clean Energy Investments that provide superior returns while protecting & promoting your values

• Starting your own Ecopreneur Business

• The Basics of how to access clean energy technologies and save money

• Small Actions that make a big difference

• Specific steps we can each take to reduce energy costs with solar electricity, clean heating, and electric cars

• Deep dives into utility and government incentives

• How to evaluate your unique situation, build a vision of where you'd like to be, and create a strategy that will reduce your energy costs, improve your family's health, and create a proud legacy for your grandchildren

• How to generate additional income – or build your own clean energy business – without having to learn complex technologies - in the $13 TRILLION clean energy economy.

Over this past year, AWESome EarthKind Energy released weekly new podcast episodes with interviews of fascinating EarthKind people doing AWESome things with clean energy. We've introduced you to individuals who are "walking the talk" and shared their SuperNova ideas to entertain, enlighten, and inspire you.

You've heard what other homes, workplaces, and communities are doing to evolve to clean energy technologies, the challenges they faced, and the solutions they created.

We've explained how LED lightbulbs are so much more efficient that regular incandescent lights because LEDs provide the same visible light - without wasting 90% of the energy creating heat.

We've let you know that, wherever you live or work, you can have some type of renewable electricity. Even if you can't put solar on your roof, there are other options on your property; additional ways to gain the benefits of solar in your community; and even options to purchase clean electricity from your utility or energy service company.

We've enlightened you with the knowledge that your refrigerator is one type of heat pump - and how other types of heat pumps can you save money when you shift to clean heating & cooling in your home, school, and workplace.

We've examined air source heat pumps, which are simply air conditioners that both cool AND heat.

In the Power of Earth with Comfort by ClimateMaster series, we've conducted deep dives into ground source, or geothermal heat pumps - the most efficient forms of heating and cooling.

We've shared how half the sun's energy is stored in the ground beneath your feet – and how places like St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City installed a zero-emission, quiet, and comfortable geothermal system that was less expensive in upfront capital costs – and reduced their energy expenses by 30%

And how geothermal systems under the footprint of new and existing homes, multi-family dwellings, and office buildings are providing all the heating, cooling, and hot water for buildings as tall as 25 stories.

Lastly, we've aimed to energize you with the ability to transition to your choice of over 50 Electric Vehicles that are Faster, Cheaper & more Reliable than gas cars, trucks & SUVs.

Over this past year, Covid-19 has given everyone on Earth a massive wakeup call that reminds us that life is short, and fragile. Our lives, and the lives of all we love and everyone we know, now depend on our making the transition to clean energy.

Several years ago, I was privileged to see firsthand how we might transform a dark and hopeless situation into a bright future. When my wife was facing imminent death after a long battle with liver disease, she was saved by a Live Liver Transplant, and I discovered how the Liver is the body's renewable organ. In her case, the combination of human will power, Nature's incredible healing capabilities, and modern technology saved her life.

Together, we are all now an AWESome Force of Nature. We ARE literally changing the world. The only question is – will we continue to fuel catastrophic climate change – or will we create the clean energy future we need to make the world safe for ourselves, our children, and all future generations?

Thank you for joining with fellow AWESome EarthKind Energy people who are taking their next step to create a clean, safe, just, prosperous & sustainable future.

Please go to our website, awesomeearthkind.com. Send us a message with your questions, comments, and ideas.

Take a survey telling us what you'd most like to hear and gain the opportunity to win a high-efficiency LED Light Fixture.

You are AWESome, and we're looking forward to meeting you.

Go Clean, Save Green, and… Energize!

Quantum Quote:

"We really can't sit idly by. We've got to make the decisions. We've got to get things to change fast." – Pete Skinner

Hot water costs can be up to 18% or 20% or more of a family's home energy bill, and it can be an even larger percentage in a multi-family building.

If you're a developer of multifamily buildings, you strive to balance the first capital costs of construction, with on-going energy and maintenance costs - all while not compromising comfort for your tenants.

Studies conducted in the last several years have found that we don't use as much hot water as previously believed, and that simultaneous peak hot water consumption isn't as high as estimated either.

In most larger multifamily buildings, designers use three-inch diameter pipes that are costly to install and waste large amounts of energy.

Sustainable "Net Zero" buildings - such as the Net Zero Village http://www.netzerovillage.com/ and the Solara Luxury Apartments Solara https://www.solaraluxuryapartments.com/ - in Rotterdam, NY - have discovered that delivering hot water in a way that is fast and cost-effective - while saving a lot of energy in the process - is now possible!

Through Practically Perfect Plumbing (PPP), we can both save Earth while enjoying the pleasure of immediate hot water.

Check out this week's AWESome EarthKind Energy podcast where we interview Pete Skinner, an Engineer who is dedicated to helping sustain the Earth with solar hot water, heat pumps - and smaller "smart" pipes.

Pete Skinner is a Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Engineer who worked for 32 years as the Chief Scientist to the NY State Attorney General. Pete first worked for Louis J. Lefkowitz in the state's first environmental advocacy office.

Pete led the NYAG's technical team on pollution and power plant issues, and sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on climate change, which led to the conclusion that carbon dioxide is the Earth's most concerning pollutant.

Pete has been interested in electricity and water processes since he was a kid. By doing things by himself, he was able to differentiate what works and what doesn't. This basically drove the passion he has now as he aims to reduce capital and energy costs in building new, high-performance net zero buildings.

Sign up for a free webclass to discover how easy is it 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 Climate Master 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…

If you tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and register now for this FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.

We'd like to hear from you! Please help us understand how AWESomeEarthKind can help you achieve your clean energy goals – and you'll automatically be entered into a Sweepstakes for a Free LED Light Fixture:

SEND YOUR FEEDBACK TODAY

SuperNova #1. It is so important that we use these kinds of mechanisms to get the word out on important changes that are taking place, because our Earth is the only planet we have. If we don't start addressing the energy issues that are driving this climate change really quickly and in a very deep way –– we're not going to have a planet left. It's all going to look like Mars.

SuperNova #2. The smaller the pipe, the less energy is being wasted. Practically Perfect Plumbing is a new way to get water to tenants that saves energy, saves money, saves water, and gets your tenants happier faster.

SuperNova #3. You have to design so that if you find yourself with an odd demographic, you can adapt.

Most Energized About Today: "I'm energized today because I'm going to be meeting with my client, Dave, and selling him a heat pump hot water heater hybrid system for his new clubhouse – eight apartments with two bedrooms and two bathrooms – and his own apartment with a large jacuzzi tub." – Pete Skinner

Parting Advice: "Don't be afraid to do it yourself. When you do it yourself, you see what works and what doesn't work." – Pete Skinner

Connect:

• Telephone: 518-369-3208
• Email: [email protected]
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-skinner-2ba43b28/
• Net Zero Village http://www.netzerovillage.com/
• Solara Luxury Apartments Solara https://www.solaraluxuryapartments.com/
• Practically Perfect Plumbing:https://www.phcppros.com/articles/11971-practically-perfect-plumbing-in-multifamily