After a devastating decision to keep the power plant open until 2019 and refueling it at a cost of $70 million we have a reprieve!  Recently an inspection report was leaked to the CapeDownwinders indicating that after an inspection process, there were a number of problems with the plant's operation.  My previous guest, Diane Turco, was the recipient of this email and one wonders if it was leaked "on purpose".  We'll explore what caused this latest hullabaloo

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian Energy, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here is the US,  directly to you, right now. Help Roxanne reduce our dependence on foreign oil and get in touch with her today!

All things being equal, are you in quandry about who you should vote for tomorrow?    Maybe I can help.  We know generally where the four candidates stand on the subject of the environment and renewable energy.  But I will attempt to clarify more fully and offer the reality behind their claims.  There may be some surprises in store!???

 

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian International, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here im the US,  directly to you, right now. With minimal effort you can help Roxanne reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and save our planet for future generations. Get in touch with her today!

The Clean Power Plan focuses on the reduction of carbon pollution from power plants that causes climate change.  The plan is designed to strengthen the fast-growing trend toward cleaner and lower polluting American energy.

The Clean Power Plan has achievable standards for power plants and customized goals for states to cut the carbon pollution that is driving climate change.  It provides national consistency, accountability and a level playing field while reflecting each state's energy mix.  It also shows the world that the US is committed to leading global efforts to address climate change.

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian Energy, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here is the US,  directly to you, right now. Help Roxanne reduce our dependence on foreign oil and get in touch with her today!

What is Disruptive Innovation?

The theory of disruptive innovation was first coined by Harvard professor Clayton M. Christensen in his book The Innovator’s Dilemma, published in 1997.

The theory explains how innovation transforms an existing market or sector by introducing simplicity, convenience, accessibility, and affordability where complication and high cost are the status quo.

 Initially, a disruptive innovation is formed in a niche market that may appear unattractive or inconsequential to industry incumbents, but eventually the new product or idea completely redefines the industry.

Today we'll discuss past innovations that have made our lives easier and are more commonplace.  In addition, I'll discuss some of the technologies, though positive,  that are making waves.

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian International, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here im the US,  directly to you, right now. With minimal effort you can help Roxanne reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and save our planet for future generations. Get in touch with her today!

What is Disruptive Innovation?

The theory of disruptive innovation was first coined by Harvard professor Clayton M. Christensen in his book The Innovator’s Dilemma, published in 1997.

The theory explains how innovation transforms an existing market or sector by introducing simplicity, convenience, accessibility, and affordability where complication and high cost are the status quo.

 Initially, a disruptive innovation is formed in a niche market that may appear unattractive or inconsequential to industry incumbents, but eventually the new product or idea completely redefines the industry.

Today we'll discuss past innovations that have made our lives easier and are more commonplace.  In addition, I'll discuss some of the technologies, though positive,  that are making waves.

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian International, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here im the US,  directly to you, right now. With minimal effort you can help Roxanne reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and save our planet for future generations. Get in touch with her today!

Our Children's Trust elevates the voice of youth to secure the legal right to a stable climate and healthy atmosphere for the benefit of all present and future generations. Through their programs, youth participate in advocacy, public education and civic engagement to ensure the viability of all natural systems in accordance with science. 

Their mission is to protect earth’s atmosphere and natural systems for present and future generations by leading a game-changing legal campaign seeking systemic, science-based emissions reductions and climate recovery policy at all levels of government. Those young people who are most  at stake in the climate crisis, are given a voice to favorably impact their futures.

I'm back again after a long hiatus to bring you some GREEN news.  But to start off, this Monday's episode will just highlight some of the important goings on on which I will elaborate in future episodes.

Some of the things you'll hear about are:

Children suing their state governments and WINNING!

Should we be worried about hydropower?

What do tomatoes and solar panels have in common?

And a host of other tidbits.  So listen in!

 

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian Energy, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here im the US,  directly to you, right now. With minimal effort you can help Roxanne reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and save out planet for future generations.  Get in touch with her today!

The Clean Power Plan focuses on the reduction of carbon pollution from power plants that causes climate change.  The plan is designed to strengthen the fast-growing trend toward cleaner and lower polluting American energy.

The Clean Power Plan has achievable standards for power plants and customized goals for states to cut the carbon pollution that is driving climate change.  It provides national consistency, accountability and a level playing field while reflecting each state's energy mix.  It also shows the world that the US is committed to leading global efforts to address climate change.

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian Energy, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here is the US,  directly to you, right now. Help Roxanne reduce our dependence on foreign oil and get in touch with her today!

Now Russ feels grateful for every day. This is not something he thought he would ever feel, because when he started this show he was so angry & the anger really stayed with him for a very long time. When he stopped and learned the lessons presented to him he has seen a whole different side of himself.

About The Host: Russ Illes is the Author of Duct Tape Won’t Fix This and an 8-year cancer hospice volunteer. He is co-founder and leader of a men’s support group that has been together for 26 years. His goal is to create a safe and supportive place for fathers of children with life-threatening illnesses begin a conversation. His book is available on Amazon. Please visit his website: www.DuctTapeWontFixThis.com  and his Facebook Page at The Magic Hat Project.

Contact: Russell Illes / 617-827-0225 / Email: [email protected]

There have been a number of positive impacts on the environment over the past several years.  I will focus on the most recent events that have taken place since 2014.  Listen in!!!. 

 

About The Host: Roxanne Pappas is the Host of Wicked Green Energy, a show, dedicated to educating individuals about cutting edge green choices for the sustainability of our planet. She is also, an Independent Associate with Viridian Energy, a company that provides power from solar, wind and water generated here is the US,  directly to you, right now. Help Roxanne reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and coal and increase our reliance on renewable resources.