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Powering the Future-Great Show which explains how Renewable Energy is needed and fast becoming a viable energy Solution for the Nations Energy Needs. Last nights show touched on all-most every aspect of our Nations Energy Problems with viable Solutions. Below is the List of remaining shows and air times.
Episode Guide
Powering the Future
The Energy Revolution World Premiere: Saturday, July 17 at 8PM on Discovery Channel Encore Presentation: Monday, July 19 at 9PM on Science Channel Special Presentation: Sunday, July 25 at 9PM on Planet Green
Our host, M. Sanjayan, explores the beginnings of a shift in energy use that will change the world. Whether for national security, the economy, or the health of our planet, there are as many drivers for change as there are technologies vying for a top spot. The hope is for a silver bullet to solve the problem all at once; the reality is that mankind is looking at the next industrial revolution, requiring the greatest minds and all the creativity we can harness. The episode looks at cutting edge technologies that could allow us to break our dependence on fossil fuels.
The Energy Planet World Premiere: Saturday, July 17 at 9PM on Discovery Channel Encore Presentation: Monday, July 19 at 10PM on Science Channel Special Presentation: Sunday, July 25 at 10PM on Planet Green
Starting from an offshore oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico, Sanjayan looks at how the abundance of the planet's energy fuels every aspect of life on Earth. From wind, water, the sun, volcanoes and hurricanes, to the smallest cells to the tallest trees, Earth has the natural energy to power the planet but mankind is not using it. What can humans learn from the creation of the natural world that will help create energy?
Striking a Balance World Premiere: Sunday, July 18 at 8PM on Discovery Channel Encore Presentation: Tuesday, July 20 at 9PM on Science Channel Special Presentation: Monday, July 26 at 9PM on Planet Green
We are bombarded daily with conflicting messages about energy from sources with vastly different agendas and motives. This episode filters out politics and special interests by looking at numbers: How many people will be on the planet by 2050 and how much energy will we need? What happens if we grow and consume at our current rate? It's common knowledge that we use enormous amounts of energy, but until it's quantified, it̢۪s impossible to grasp the true extent of how much is wasted.
Leading the Charge World Premiere: Sunday, July 18 at 9PM on Discovery Channel Encore Presentation: Tuesday, July 20 at 10PM on Science Channel Special Presentation: Monday, July 26 at 10PM on Planet Green
Unlikely characters and companies are leading the charge in an energy sea change. The U.S. Navy, China, and even the Empire State Building (or your next-door neighbor) â€" when it comes to energy, these unlikely forces are slashing their carbon footprints and propelling the new economy. But it's happening around the world faster than in the United States. From highly efficient wind turbines to cutting-edge solar cells, the U.S. has an unprecedented track record for discovering the technologies to break our fossil fuel addiction, but rather than developing and employing them here at home, it has also developed a knack for giving them away.
in Actual Savings on your Energy Bills. In some instances your dollars will earn additional savings in your energy bills.
According to US National Weather Analysis. The entire World is enduring a record setting year. Maybe its time to reconsider adding some "Green" "Eco Friendly" changes to your Home and 'Reduce Climate Change'. I'm not going to bore you with Stats and Figures. I'll just try to explain in everyday language Three (3) Green Build Tips that can be added to your Home, easy and afford-ably.
Weatherstripping-should seal the home from the exterior temperature and wind. New Windows and Doors come with Factory Installed weatherstrips that aide in providing this barrier. Older Windows and Doors sometimes have and sometimes not or are wore out. Replace or Install weatherstripping. Last time I looked at Home Depot there was about 30 various kinds of weather stripping available. Prices range from $5 - $25. Most have instructions included and Home Depot also offers instructional classes on installing weather stripping.
Green Building Tip 3 Exterior Walls- Minimum Suggestions
Seal for Leaks with, caulking and spray foam, from anything that is sticking out of your Home. This could come from the Air Conditioning Unit, various wires for Telephone and Cable lines. The Power Line or Electric Line. [ "IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED TO WORK ON ELECTRICITY "NEVER TOUCH POWER LINES ENTERING YOUR HOME"] You can caulk around hole where it enters you House though. Once again: never touch power lines .
Insulation for walls is R13 minimum which is (3- 3 ½ inches of Insulation)
Vapor Barrier- Stops the Water and Air From Enerting your Home usually located behind the exterior finish of your home.
Scotty, Scotts Contracting St Louis Renewable EnergyWASHINGTON (Reuters) – The world is enduring the hottest year on record, according to a U.S. national weather analysis, causing droughts worldwide and a concern for U.S. farmers counting on another bumper year.
correction July 19,2010 Change Minimum Insulation to R26... R13 is Minimum Wall Insulation
When it comes to bringing solar to the mainstream, innovations in financing are as important as innovations in technology. There's a new finance tool that local governments can use to support green retrofits in their communities. These PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) programs help property owners overcome the upfront cost barrier of solar and energy efficiency improvements.
We are working to make PACE an effective way to go solar nationwide. We hope you'll help.
Cities and counties throughout the U.S. are developing new finance programs that help Americans install solar and improve the efficiency of their homes and businesses. Called Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE), these programs enable local governments bring new green jobs, energy bill savings, and environmental benefits to their communities.
Now the lending giants at Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and their regulators at FHFA are trying to stop these programs in their tracks. They're attacking a century-old local government right and throwing a massive wrench in American green job growth and investment. It's time for legislative action.
Subject: ICLEI to FHFA Acting Director: Restore PACE or Resign
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From: Don Knapp <don.kn...@iclei.org>
Date: Jul 16, 1:54 pm
Subject: ICLEI to FHFA Acting Director: Restore PACE or Resign
To: PACE Discussion
http://www.icleiusa.org/blog/iclei-usa-to-fhfa-director-restore-pace-...
ICLEI USA continues to exert pressure on federal decision-makers to reverse
their policy and save local governments' property-assessed clean energy
(PACE) programs. Today, we joined members of Congress in calling for Federal
Housing Finance Agency Acting Director Edward DeMarco to step down, unless
he works with local governments to restore critical funding to PACE programs
in 22 states including California.
Martin Chavez, ICLEI USA Executive Director, released the following
statement:
Acting Director DeMarco should take a deep breath, apologize to the American
people for distorting the record on PACE, and reverse course. If he's not
willing to restore PACE funding as requested by Congress, he should follow
their suggestion and resign.
In recent public comments, Acting Director DeMarco has falsely described
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs as "loans" and "credit
risks," which is both misleading and inaccurate. Mr. DeMarco's comments
follow recent actions by the FHFA at the direction of loan giants Fannie Mae
and Freddie Mac that severely restrict a local government's ability to
implement PACE-enabling programs. In responding to a recent lawsuit filed
by California Attorney General, Jerry Brown, on behalf of local governments,
Mr. DeMarco said his agency will fight Brown's lawsuit in order to protect
'taxpayers, lenders and both mortgage programs [Fannie and Freddie]."
"We should not allow Acting Director DeMarco to destroy one of the most
innovative and energy efficient tools available to homeowners and local
governments today," said *Patrick Hays, Mayor of North Little Rock, AR,
President of ICLEI USA, and Chairman of the Board of Directors*. "As a
mayor, I am reminded everyday of the realities of persistently high
unemployment, a fragile economy and the impact that climate change is having
on our communities. Sadly, it appears that Mr. DeMarco is putting Freddie
and Fannie's interests first on his list, leaving the American taxpayer
behind," added Mayor Hays.
Contrary to Mr. DeMarco's statements, PACE programs do not operate using
traditional loan mechanisms. Local governments instead finance the upfront
costs through tax assessments, which are paid incrementally in small amounts
through a homeowner's annual property tax bills. Similar assessment
mechanisms are used by local governments and municipalities to fund sewers,
sidewalks, schools, hospitals and other public projects.
"As a government official and a head of a federally mandated agency
designated to protect taxpayers, it appears Acting Director DeMarco is more
interested in protecting Fannie and Freddie rather than helping homeowners
during this devastating economy," said *Martin J. Chavez, Executive
Director, ICLEI USA and three-term mayor of Albuquerque, NM*. "Mr. DeMarco
has severely damaged his credibility with Members of Congress and the
American people by refusing to restore funding to innovative PACE programs
that reduce energy and create much needed jobs in California and 21 other
states," added Mayor Chavez.
Recently, several Members of Congress led by Rep. Steve Israel (D-NY) sent a
letter to Acting Director DeMarco asking him to step down from his position
if he could not find a workable resolution to the new FHFA restrictions to
PACE programs.
ICLEI USA has launched a nationwide effort calling on its 600+plus members
across the country to contact the President and Congress, particularly the
key committees with oversight authority to overturn the new FHFA
regulations. Some of the states that are currently engaged in PACE
include, AZ, MD, OR, CA, NV, TX, CO, NM, VT, FL, NY, VA, HI, NC, WI, IL, OH,
LA, OK, among others.
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Don Knapp
Senior Communications Officer
ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA
436 14th St., Suite 1520
Oakland, CA 94612
Tel: (510) 844-0699, Ext. 315
Fax: (510) 844-0698
Website:www.icleiusa.org
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