Flanigan's Eco-Logic

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Dave Munk, Board Chair at Holy Cross Energy, on his vision for a customer centric utility industry transition for rural electric cooperatives to increase their business resilience and strengthen the communities they serve. Dave notes that Holy Cross Energy has made great strides toward advancing his vision and has been recognized for its "aggr...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Matt Harper, a clean-tech entrepreneur and product developer, on commercializing battery technology and bringing it to scale. Matt is an MIT educated engineer with a lifelong passion for innovation, and Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Invinity Energy Systems. Ted and Matt discuss various battery chemistries and how they each have ro...

In this episode, Father - Daughter Duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan, hold a Crash Course on their experimental solar home. They discuss the experience of taking an existing experimental home with perfect orientation and changing it from active solar heating to a passive house opening up great views and streams of sunshine. They delve into the history of the land and home, the design and goals of the h...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted reflects on the memorial of his late stepbrother, Chris Avery. He attended the dedication ceremony of Restoration Ranch, and shares the vision of Kathryn Avery, Chris' wife, to create a haven for first responders to relax, reflect, recreate, and focus on wellness.  He goes on to highlight electric Class 8 trucks with 200 hundred miles of range, a Texas-ba...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Rob Watson, known as the "Founding Father of LEED," on the current state of productivity in the building sector. Under Rob’s direction, LEED became the largest and fastest-growing international green building standard, though he notes with concern the structural capabilities of delivering sustainability at scale, scope, and speed.  Ted and Rob...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Laurel Rothschild, Vice President of Programs at The Energy Coalition, on overseeing one of California's most important and impactful energy-based nonprofit's diverse portfolio of programs. She collaborates with stakeholders across the state to advance the organization’s mission of empowering and educating communities to leap into the clean en...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted reflects on the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day and encourages listeners to to take action and invest in our planet. He goes on to highlight CAISO (California Independent System Operator) setting a new record by delivering 97.6% renewable energy to the State’s power grid.  He also shares stories on tidal power in the United Kingdom, Spain’s first wave energ...

In this special episode, Father - Daughter Trio, Ted, Sierra, and Skye Flanigan, hold an Earth Day Special on the origins and future of the sustainability movement, and what gives them optimism about ability to tackle climate change. Ted reflects on his conversation with Denis Hayes, Founder of Earth Day, and his personal experiences on past Earth Days. Skye then brings in a fresh take on what Ear...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Craig Perkins, President and Executive Director at The Energy Coalition, on his extensive experience in designing and implementing energy programs and policies in Southern California. Prior to joining TEC in 2008, he was Director of Environmental and Public Works Management for the City of Santa Monica, where he served for over 25 years. Craig...

In this episode, Father - Daughter Duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan, hold a Crash Course on Green Hydrogen. Ted educates listeners on the basics, breaking down the chemistry of the element, where it comes from, and once it is formed, the various options for its use. He delves into its many different applications as a fuel used in transport, buildings, or industry, and opportunities on the distributed,...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Dr. Allen Hershkowitz, an environmental scientist, founder of the Green Sports Alliance, and advisor to the Olympics and sports teams around the world. He shares his background, motivation for his work, and passion to alleviate human suffering, demonstrating the connection between greening and global issues. Dr. Hershkowitz was a solid waste e...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted shares his experience serving as a Commissioner for Glendale Water and Power, and the controversy that comes along with civic duty. He also digs into hydrogen, highlighting stories on hydrogen mega projects, hydrogen and thermal nitrogen oxides, and pumped hydro storage.  Ted goes on to share big stories coming from down under, like Australian billionaire...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Aura Vasquez, a leader, advocate, and activist for environmental and social justice issues with extensive experience in policies that improve the lives of the frontline communities. She shares her origin story, inspiration, and career in advocacy, policy, and community organizing for social change. Aura was a former candidate for Los Angeles C...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Joel Levin, Executive Director at Plug In America, a leading advocate for EVs, clean energy, and effective climate policies. He is chair of the Global EV Drivers’ Alliance, which links together EV driver associations around the world. He is also a member of the Los Angeles Metro Sustainability Council. Ted and Joel discuss the history of EVs i...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted shares several stories on green hydrogen, including the Hydrogen Shot initiative to drive down the cost of clean hydrogen, a brand-new initiative to pipe green hydrogen into the Los Angeles Basin, plus green hydrogen projects in Spain and New Zealand. He also highlights federal funding for Amtrak, EV charging, and hydrogen through the the Infrastructure I...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Nurit Katz, Chief Sustainability Officer at UCLA for over 12 years, where she also teaches in the sustainability certificate program. They discuss the breadth of sustainability initiatives on such a huge campus, with a daytime population of 80,000, as well as statewide and regional collaborations to promote sustainability. 

In this episode, Father - Daughter Duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan, hold a Crash Course on Net Energy Metering. Ted breaks down the electricity billing mechanism, its origin, and evolution. Listen to gain perspective on the controversial topic, and its future trajectory in guaranteeing solar incentives to customers.

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Peter Rumsey, founder and CEO of Point Energy Innovations, a consulting firm specializing in ultra-efficient buildings and decarbonization. They discuss his extensive career in technological innovation, and all the contributions he has made in the design of low energy and zero energy buildings internationally. He pioneered such key building in...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Kitty Adams, Executive Director and founder of Adopt a Charger. They discuss the genesis of the nonprofit organization, and the work she has done to facilitate the installation of over 400 charging stations in 11 states, all funded by corporate donors, grants from utilities, agencies, and foundations, as well as private contributions. In its e...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted shares an op-ed advocating for the acceleration of well-designed solar + storage programs. He highlights lithium-ion battery recycling, big American solar in Indiana, the repurposing of a former coal strip mine to a pumped hydro storage system, GAF Energy’s solar roof shingles, and Ubiquitous Energy’s solar windows. He also shares stories on Adopt a Charg...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Steve Lewis, architect and a tireless advocate for social justice, on diversity within the field of architecture and shaping the vision of present and future sustainable and equitable development. He discusses his time as President of the National Organization of Minority Architects, traveling around the country advocating for architects of co...

In this episode, Father - Daughter Duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan, hold a Crash Course on electric vehicles. Ted takes listeners on a concise trip around the EV industry, from its roots to its explosive growth and current status in the market. Listen for a high-level overview on the EV world, and its potential to stem the ravages of climate change towards a more sustainable energy future.

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted discusses taking responsible climate action, sharing his insights on CPUC's proposed decision on NEM. He highlights many developments in the EV world, including Toyota's announcement to spend $70 billion to electrify its lineup of vehicles, BYD’s LFP batteries being shifted to electric cars, Ford reporting nearly 200,000 reservations for its F-150 Lightni...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Dan Mabe, the Founder of the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA), on a systems approach to electrifying garden equipment, making landscaping more sustainable, and practical solutions for working professionals. Mabe describes AGZA as “A group of people whose mission is to ‘prudently’ help facilitate low impact, cleaner, and quieter technologies...

In this issue of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Gary Gero, LA County's Chief Sustainability Officer, on recently completing a comprehensive Climate Vulnerability Assessment that identifies communities and populations at risk of climate hazards. The Climate Vulnerability Assessment found that those communities face an increased exposure to climate hazards, combined with factors that will mak...