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Solve For NatureConservatives for Clean Energy w/ Steve MelinkSteve Melink is the Forbes Books author of Fusion Capitalism: A Clean Energy Vision For Conservatives, and founder/CEO of Melink Corporation, a Cincinnati, Ohio-based company considered a pioneer in renewable energy solutions for the commercial building industry. He also is a national speaker on sustainability, clean energy and zero-energy buildings, and has consulted with federal and state legislators.So often renewable energy is politicized: if you're on the left, you must support green energy, if you're on the right, you must support fossil fuels. But Steve shows us that renewable energy has nothing to do with...
2022-06-2838 min
Fusion CapitalismEpisode 18 | Part Two: Heather Reams, President, Citizens for Responsible Energy SolutionsIn the conclusion of Steve's conversation with Heather Reams, the President of Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions, Heather discusses why she believes a carbon tax isn’t politically viable and why ‘We need solutions that can be adopted as readily in India as in Indiana.’
2022-03-0114 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 18 | Part One: Heather Reams, President, Citizens for Responsible Energy SolutionsSteve welcomes Heather Reams to the podcast. Heather is the President of Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions and has been an advocate for conservative clean energy and climate solutions on Capitol Hill. In part one, Heather shares the origin of the Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions, and why she believes the U.S. can be eco-friendly and cost-effective.
2022-02-2212 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 17 | Part Two: Mark Rothleder, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, California ISOSteve wraps up his discussion with Mark Rothleder, the Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at California Independent System Operator. In part two, Mark shares how California ISO is confronting climate change with clean energy solutions and when he expects the Golden State to get to 100% clean energy on the grid.
2021-12-2114 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 17 | Part One: Mark Rothleder, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, California ISOSteve welcomes Mark Rothleder, the Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at California Independent System Operator, to the podcast. California ISO is one of the largest ISOs in the world, delivering 300 million megawatt-hours of electricity each year and managing about 80% of the Golden State's electric flow. In part one, Mark discusses how his state's grid has changed since he joined California ISO in 1997 and how California ISO oversees the operation of the state's bulk electric power system, transmission lines, and electricity market.
2021-12-1414 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 16 | Part Two: Tom Fanning Chairman, President & CEO, Southern CompanySteve Melink wraps up his conversation with welcomes Tom Fanning, the chairman, president, and CEO of Southern Company, the country's second-largest utility company. In part two, Tom shares how Southern has been at the forefront of innovation while putting their customers first, whether the technology currently exists to reach a zero-carbon goal, and his take on a potential carbon tax.
2021-11-2316 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 16 | Part One: Tom Fanning Chairman, President & CEO, Southern CompanySteve welcomes Tom Fanning, the chairman, president, and CEO of Southern Company, the country's second-largest utility company. Southern serves 9 million customers delivering electricity, natural gas, solar energy. In part one, Tom talks about what separates Southern from other utility companies, his commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero, and why solar is the answer for Southern Company.
2021-11-1621 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 15 | Part Two: John Cranley, Mayor of CincinnatiSteve wraps up his discussion with Ohio gubernatorial candidate and two-term Cincinnati Mayor, John Cranley. In part two, Mayor Cranley discusses what separates him from his political opponents, his proposed energy dividend for families in Ohio earning less than $75,000 per year, and how he will make his state safer, healthier, and more prosperous.
2021-10-2615 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 15 | Part One: John Cranley, Mayor of CincinnatiSteve welcomes two-term Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley to Fusion Capitalism. Mayor Cranley is currently running for Governor of Ohio, and he has pledged to modernize the state’s infrastructure and to extract money from energy companies for homeowner rebates that will help lift family budgets. In part one, the Mayor shares the steps he's taken to embrace clean energy solutions and the effects that climate change has had on Ohio.
2021-10-1920 min
Authority MarketingAM23: Steve Melink, Founder and Chairman, Melink CorporationIn today’s episode, Rusty Shelton has Steve Melink, the Founder and Chairman of Melink Corporation, on the show to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, from his career as an engineer for Fortune 500 companies to starting his own HVAC organization and later becoming a thought leader in the clean energy movement for corporations. Steve also gives tips on how business leaders can commit to clean energy and use it in their marketing to gain recognition, top talent, and new opportunities.
2021-10-1417 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 14 | Part Two: Katharine Hayhoe, Author, Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided WorldSteve wraps up his discussion with professor and climate scientist, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe. In part two, Katharine talks about how to engage others on controversial subjects like climate change, what it's like to be a Christian and a climate scientist, and what perspective she hopes readers will gain from her new book “Saving Us: A Climate Scientist’s Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World.”
2021-09-2814 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 14 | Part One: Katharine Hayhoe, Author, Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided WorldSteve's guest this week is renowned professor and climate scientist, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe. In 2014, Katharine was named one of Time Magazine’s Most Influential People and a couple of years ago she was named the United Nations Environmental Program’s Champion of the Earth. Katharine's new book “Saving Us: A Climate Scientist’s Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World” is in bookstores now. In part one, Katharine shares her journey to becoming a climate scientist, why climate change has become so political, and the importance of talking about solutions.
2021-09-2114 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 13 | Part Two: Mark Goodwin, CEO, Apex Clean EnergySteve wraps up his conversation with Mark Goodwin, the President & CEO of Apex Clean Energy, a company that is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. In part two, Mark discusses his clean energy lobbying efforts, his thoughts on the Biden Administration's infrastructure bills, and his take on the new laws that will add hurdles to wind and solar companies hoping to do business in Ohio.
2021-08-3109 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 13 | Part One: Mark Goodwin, CEO, Apex Clean EnergyThis week, Steve welcomes the President & CEO of Apex Clean Energy, Mark Goodwin. Apex is involved in utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, and plan on expanding the renewable frontier across North America. In part one, Mark shares how a former naval officer found himself running a renewable energy company, some of the big deals that Apex has announced recently, and how the pandemic effected their business.
2021-08-2412 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 12 | Part Two: Ed Begley, Jr., Founder, Begley's Earth Responsible ProductsSteve concludes his conversation with actor and pioneering environmentalist, Ed Begley, Jr. In part two, Ed talks about the clean energy companies he's invested in, how he developed a line of natural household products, the comeback of the electric car, and the steps we can all take to make the planet a better place.
2021-06-0814 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 12 | Part One: Ed Begley, Jr., Founder, Begley's Earth Responsible ProductsFusion Capitalism goes Hollywood. Joining Steve this week is actor, author, and pioneering environmentalist, Ed Begley, Jr. Ed has appeared in hundreds of films, television shows, and stage performances and he has spoken out about his views on climate change for nearly 50 years. In part one, Ed shares how he first became involved environmental causes, what his first electric car looked like, why he rode a bicycle to an Oscars party, and why he loves solar power.
2021-06-0113 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 11 | Part Two: Kiran Kumaraswamy, Vice President of Market Applications, FluenceSteve concludes his talk with Kiran Kumaraswamy, the Vice President of Market Applications at Fluence a billion-dollar Siemens and AES energy storage tech company that has deployed the world’s first grid-connected battery energy storage system. In part two, Kiran discusses what differentiates Fluence from other battery storage companies and what Biden's climate plan means to Fluence's work in the future.
2021-05-1120 min
Solve For NatureEfficient Buildings Fighting Climate Change - Steve Melink, Part 1Many large companies are transitioning to renewable/clean energy as the world confronts climate change. But what about the small and medium-sized companies that may not have the money to switch to renewable energy? What are the benefits to convince them?Business owners have concerns about the up-front expenses of switching to clean energy, but those concerns are outweighed by the money savings and other advantages they would realize, says Steve Melink, ForbesBooks author of Fusion Capitalism: A Clean Energy Vision For Conservatives, and founder/CEO of Melink Corporation, a company considered a pioneer in renewable energy...
2021-05-0749 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 11 | Part One: Kiran Kumaraswamy, Vice President of Market Applications, FluenceBack in February, energy and power grids dominated the headlines for the first time in years. How important is energy storage and how can it help us meet clean energy goals? Joining Steve this week is Kiran Kumaraswamy, the Vice President of Market Applications at Fluence a billion-dollar Siemens and AES energy storage tech company that has deployed the world’s first grid-connected battery energy storage system. In part one, Steve and Kiran discuss the many benefits of energy storage and the role that makers of electric vehicles play in energy storage technology.
2021-05-0421 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 10 | Part Two: Jeff Eckel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Hannon ArmstrongSteve wraps up his conversation with Jeff Eckel, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Hannon Armstrong. Jeff’s company invests billions of dollars each year in environmentally responsible projects and in part two, he discusses which companies are leading the charge in clean energy, how the occupant of the West Wing affects what Hannon Armstrong does and which surprising state has shown significant growth in clean energy.
2021-04-1314 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 10 | Part One: Jeff Eckel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Hannon ArmstrongWhat companies are invested in the future of clean energy? A better question, which companies are INVESTING IN clean energy? Joining Steve this week is Jeff Eckel, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Hannon Armstrong, the first publicly traded company in the U.S. “solely dedicated to investments that reduce carbon emissions or increase resilience to climate change.” In part one, Steve and Jeff discuss the clean energy products that Hannon Armstrong are invested in, what lessons were learned by the Great Texas Blackout, and the benefits of a carbon tax.
2021-04-0613 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 09 | Part Two: Representative Scott Peters, California's 52nd Congressional DistrictSteve concludes his fascinating conversation with Congressman Scott Peters from California’s 52nd Congressional district. In part two, Rep. Peters discusses the importance of implementing a tax on carbon, the chances of passing a clean energy bill during the Biden administration, and if he is planning on running for Congress again in 2022.
2021-03-1610 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 09 | Part One: Representative Scott Peters, California's 52nd Congressional DistrictJoining Steve this week is Congressman Scott Peters, who serves California’s 52nd Congressional district, which includes the cities of Coronado, Poway, and most of northern San Diego. In part one, Rep. Peters shares why he's considered the 4th most independent Democrat in Congress, his experience at the Vatican Climate Conference, and what his Republican colleagues really think about climate change.
2021-03-0912 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 08 | Part Two: Aamir Paul, Country President, US at Schneider ElectricSteve concludes his conversation with Aamir Paul, the US President for Schneider Electric, a global provider of electrical products and energy management software. In part two, Aamir talks about how his personal journey led him to his current role, what needs to change at the federal level for the U.S. to address the climate crisis and how close to zero carbon Schneider Electric will be by 2025.
2021-02-0912 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 08 | Part One: Aamir Paul, Country President, US at Schneider ElectricSince Steve launched the podcast he's spoken to thought leaders, professors, and lobbyists in the clean energy space. But what is being done on the ground in corporate America? This week, Steve is joined by Aamir Paul, the US President for Schneider Electric, a global provider of electrical products and energy management software. In part one, Aamir explains why Schneider Electric was named one of the most sustainable companies in the world, how his team responded to the pandemic, and what Schneider Electric's clean energy future looks like.
2021-02-0215 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 07 | Part Two: Mike O’Boyle, Director of Electricity Policy, Energy InnovationSteve wraps up his conversation with Mike O’Boyle, the Director of Electricity Policy at Energy Innovation, a nonpartisan energy and climate policy firm delivering research and analysis to help policymakers make informed choices.
2021-01-1209 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 07 | Part One: Mike O’Boyle, Director of Electricity Policy, Energy InnovationThis week on Fusion Capitalism, Steve speaks with Mike O’Boyle, the Director of Electricity Policy at Energy Innovation, a nonpartisan energy and climate policy firm delivering research and analysis to help policymakers make informed choices. Mike directs the firm’s Power Sector Transformation program to uncover policy and technology solutions for a clean, reliable, and affordable U.S. electricity system.
2021-01-0515 min
AWESome EarthKindAWESome EarthKind Energy Podcast 2020 - Sunlight Thru the PandemicThe Energy "Big 3" Electricity, Heat & Transportation are responsible for ~90% of the Greenhouse Gas emissions that are fueling more frequent & intense extreme weather events and threatening the lives of everyone we know & love. AWESome = A.W.E.S. (Air, Water, Earth, Sun)+ M.E. (you and me) All women & mankind. All EarthKind. This year-end summary highlights: Awareness, Hope, & Opportunity Earth Day Everywhere to Proving the Possible Denis Hayes Earth Day Network Creating Environmental Awareness & Change via Mass Media Jason Evans of Xploration Awesome Solar: Slow-No...
2020-12-3135 min
Issues Today RadioIssues Today 21-1(#21-1-Dec. 28-Jan. 3) Steve Melink comments on the future of clean energy. Dr. Arethusa Kirk talks about baby healthy during the pandemic and Nik Miles on the changing car buying market.
2020-12-2828 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 06 | Part Two: Mark Reynolds, Executive Director, Citizens’ Climate LobbySteve wraps up his conversation with Mark Reynolds the Executive Director at Citizens’ Climate Lobby. In part two, Mark talks about what the incoming administration means to their movement and why he thinks Biden's climate agenda is so ambitious.
2020-12-2213 min
The Rethink Marketing PodcastBuilding More Sustainable Businesses and Brands | Steve MelinkOn episode 36 of The Rethink Marketing Podcast, entrepreneur, business visionary, author, and sustainability expert Steve Melink (founder and CEO of Melink Corporation) shares his experience starting and growing a successful business; attracting and retaining top talent; branding and brand building; separating payback from strategy; and, of course, embracing sustainability. Steve’s insights are relevant to business leaders, entrepreneurs, marketers, and anyone earning a livelihood by following their passion. You’ll learn how Steve built an internationally influential brand with integrity and humility at the foundation, and, we sincerely hope, he can inspire you to do the same—or at least...
2020-12-1747 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 06 | Part One: Mark Reynolds, Executive Director, Citizens’ Climate LobbyThis week, Steve is joined by Mark Reynolds the Executive Director at Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Citizens' Climate Lobby is a nonprofit, nonpartisan grassroots advocacy organization focused on national policies to address climate change. In part one, Mark discusses how CCL volunteers lobby Congress for bipartisan climate solutions and why a carbon fee-and-dividend system could be a game changer.
2020-12-1514 min
We Are Libertarians169: Fusion Capitalism - A Clean Energy Vision for Conservatives with Steve MelinkListen to the full episode here:
https://briannichols.fireside.fm/fusion-capitalism
Should the government tax carbon to deal with the "impending climate crisis"?
Today’s guest, CEO of Melink Corporation and author of "Fusion Capitalism - A Clean Energy Vision for Conservatives", Steve Melink, thinks the answer to that question is an emphatic, "Yes.".
Fusion Capitalism: https://fusioncapitalism.com/
Melink Corporation: https://melinkcorp.com/
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2020-12-0745 min
The Brian Nichols Show169: Fusion Capitalism - A Clean Energy Vision for Conservatives with Steve Melink
Should the government tax carbon to deal with the "impending climate crisis"?
Today's guest, CEO of Melink Corporation and author of "Fusion Capitalism - A Clean Energy Vision for Conservatives", Steve Melink, thinks the answer to that question is an emphatic, "Yes.".
Fusion Capitalism: https://fusioncapitalism.com/
Melink Corporation: https://melinkcorp.com/Sponsored By:
The Expat Money Show: Just because you were born in one country DOESN'T mean you need to:
-Pay taxes there
-Do your banking there
-Have your investments there
-Raise your kids there
-Have your company registered there
...
2020-12-0745 min
The Third Growth Option with Benno Duenkelsbuehler and GuestsPurpose-driven Business: Fusing Clean Energy with CapitalismAre you looking for a Third Growth Option ℠ ? My guest Steve Melink shares a powerful and very important story: highly knowledgeable about clean energy, he built a case why clean energy is critically important for humankind, wrote a book about it (Fusion Capitalism – Clean Energy Vision for Conservatives), has taken risks by building a purpose-driven business around a politically charged issue, and he walks the walk on clean energy with his 100+ employee company in Cincinnati, OH. They tell us we shouldn’t talk about politics or religion in business. Steve talks about both, in a way...
2020-12-0319 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 05 | Part Two: Bill Weir, Chief Climate Correspondent, CNNSteve concludes his conversation with CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent, Bill Weir. In part two, Steve and Bill discuss what a Biden administration means to the climate crisis and how carbon taxes can help reduce carbon dioxide emission.
2020-12-0118 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 05 | Part One: Bill Weir, Chief Climate Correspondent, CNNHow will the United States’ stance on climate change and clean energy change under the next Presidential administration? This week, Steve Melink discusses 2021 and beyond with CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent, Bill Weir.
2020-11-2416 min
Sustainability In Your EarEarth911 Podcast: Steve Melink on a Realistic Conservative Climate StrategyAuthor and entrepreneur Steve Melink joins Earth911 to talk about making the conservative case for clean energy. His new book, Fusion Capitalism, is a call for conservatives to recognize the dangerous reality of climate change and invest in a rapid transition to renewable energy. His company, Melink Corp. pioneered energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions for commercial buildings in Ohio -- it also build the first LEED Gold-certified building in the state. "Shame on us" for denying as a party the reality of climate change. While younger Republicans care about the environment in numbers as great as their Democratic peers...
2020-11-1130 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 04 | Part Two: Jody Freeman, Director, Environmental and Energy Law Program, Harvard Law SchoolSteve wraps up his conversation with Jody Freeman, a professor of law and director of the environmental and energy law program at Harvard Law School. In part one Steve and Jody covered Climate Change in relation to the Election, but in part two they talk about what the confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court means for Climate Change.
2020-11-0214 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 04 | Part One: Jody Freeman, Director, Environmental and Energy Law Program, Harvard Law SchoolWhat will the results of the Presidential Election mean for climate change? This week, Steve discusses that and more with Jody Freeman, professor of law and director of the environmental and energy law program at Harvard Law School.
2020-10-2617 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 03 | Part Two: Tyler Duvelius, Executive Director, Ohio Conservative Energy ForumSteve concludes his conversation with Tyler Duvelius, the Executive Director of the Ohio Conservative Energy Forum. Steve and Tyler discuss how his organization depoliticizes the preconceived notions among Republicans about Climate Change.
2020-10-2216 min
2020-10-1619 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 03 | Part One: Tyler Duvelius, Executive Director, Ohio Conservative Energy ForumThis week Steve is joined by Tyler Duvelius, the Executive Director of the Ohio Conservative Energy Forum. Tyler has a plethora of political campaign and public policy experience that belies his age. He is a multiple winner of the John Kasich Award for “Outstanding Male Ohio Young Republican of the Year” and has been involved in campaigns since 2010. Steve and Tyler talk about his state's clean energy future and why Ohio is called the 'solar belt of the midwest.'
2020-10-1515 minAWESome EarthKindClean Energy: The Greatest Opportunity of the 21st Century - with Steve MelinkQuantum Quote: "America! God shed His grace on thee. And crown thy good with brotherhood. From sea to shining sea!"- by Katharine Lee Bates quoted by Steve Melink Do you agree that sustainability is the heartbeat of every business? As for Steve Melink, supporting Green Building is the right thing for businesses. It's proven, practical, and profitable. And, above and beyond the energy savings, it's an enhancement to your brand, your reputation, and what your customers think of you. Steve Melink is a national clean energy expert, founder, and CEO of...
2020-10-0536 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 02 | Part Two: Bob Inglis, Executive Director, republicEn.orgSteve concludes his conversation with Bob Inglis, a former Congressman from South Carolina and currently the executive director of republicEN.org, a group of conservatives who care about climate change. In part two, Bob talks about how he became a Republican believer in climate change and how republicEn.org is showing conservative members of Congress that there are conservatives who care about climate change.
2020-10-0123 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 02 | Part One: Bob Inglis, Executive Director, republicEn.orgThis week Steve speaks with Bob Inglis, the former Congressman from South Carolina. After leaving office, Bob dedicated his career to promoting free enterprise action on climate change and is now the executive director of republicEN.org, a group of conservatives who care about climate change. In part one, Steve and Bob discuss why Republicans ignore the science, data and actual evidence of climate change.
2020-09-2419 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 01 | Part Two: Mark Z. Jacobson, Director of the Atmosphere/Energy Program, Stanford UniversitySteve concludes his conversation with Mark Z. Jacobson, the Director of the Atmosphere/Energy Program at Stanford University. Mark created a course dedicated to transitioning to 100% Clean, Renewable Energy and Storage. He is also the chief architect of game changing science-based plan to power America solely with electricity generated by wind, water and the sun.
2020-09-0114 minFusion CapitalismEpisode 01 | Part One: Mark Z. Jacobson, Director of the Atmosphere/Energy Program, Stanford UniversityJoining Steve on the premiere episode of Fusion Capitalism is Mark Z. Jacobson, the Director of the Atmosphere/Energy Program at Stanford University. Mark created a course dedicated to transitioning to 100% Clean, Renewable Energy and Storage. He is also the chief architect of a game changing science-based plan to power America solely with electricity generated by wind, water and the sun.
2020-08-2519 min
The Authority CompanyFeatured Guest: Steve MelinkWould you believe that a conservative wrote a book that was pro clean energy? It's not fake news. This week, Joe talks to Steve Melink, the founder and CEO of Melink Corporation, and the author of the upcoming book "Fusion Capitalism".
2020-08-1226 min