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Flanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicCrash Course on Combusting Green Hydrogen Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn this Crash Course, hosted by Sierra Flanigan, she and her father, Ted Flanigan, dig into the key issue related to the combustion of green hydrogen in peaker power plants. Ted learned of the adverse impact of burning hydrgoen last year from his friend and colleague, Jonathan Parfrey, Executive Director of Climate Resolve. Together they wrote a white paper to clarify the issue... the basis of this Crash Course.There has been understandable concern that to meet the Los Angeles mandate of 100% clean energy generation by 2035, that green hydrogen will have to be used...2025-06-3031 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: Energy ResilienceIn this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course focusing on energy resilience, specifically on  electricity, highlighting the importance of durability and reliability in the face of changing climate conditions and extreme weather events. Resilience is simply keeping the lights on during utility emergencies, and more accurately, critical loads for medical equipment, communications, security systems, etc.As Southern California is still dealing with devastating wildfires, Ted addresses how resilience is now top of mind for homeowners, business owners, and EcoMotion's clients. Thousands of households and...2025-01-2831 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicThe Clothing Glut and Seaweed TextilesIn EcoNet News, Volume 26, Issue #5, Ted shares his highlights from his trip to the land of enchantment, Sante Fe, New Mexico, to visit his daughter Sierra who is living there. He also highlights the global clothing glut, seaweed clothing, South Korea's solar bike path, streetlight-mounted EV chargers, the first school district in the country in Oakland, CA to have an all-electric school bus fleet, Shenzhen's EV charging network surpassing gas stations, and batteries becoming the largest form of grid-scale storage. 2024-06-0325 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: Mini Series on International Travels, Part 3In this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan conclude the clean energy crash course mini series focusing on Ted's international travels. Part 3 focuses on Ted's work and tours in the Philippines, Sweden, Germany, Spain, and concluding with Iceland. They dive into the context for each trip, and discuss lessons learned.Ted begins with his work in the Philippines as part of the Efficient Lighting Initiative to accelerate transitions to more efficient lighting in developing countries. There was a big focus on rural electrification and advancing more efficient technologies. He th...2024-03-0738 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: Mini Series on International Travels, Part 2In this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course mini series focusing on Ted's international travels.They build on the first episode of the three-part series, which focused on Ted's travels in the 80s. In part 2, they focus on the 90s. Ted begins with his work with the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) and his involvement in the Urban Carbon Reduction Project. The idea was for local environmental movements to take form, which was then taken internationally. Ted shares stories from Ankara, Tu...2024-02-2635 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: Mini Series on International Travels, Part 1In this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course mini series focusing on Ted's international travels.They introduce the mini series, which will highlight 40 years of international trips, which gave him global perspective on energy issues. This led to 40 years of reporting on these issues and opening people's eyes to energy innovations and technologies all over the world. They will highlight  his experiences from travels to countries including Canada, The Soviet Union, France, Singapore, Germany, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Philippines, Thailand, China, Japan, New Zealand, Spain, Iceland, and...2024-02-2031 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: The Chula Vista School District StoryIn this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course focusing on campus sustainability, specifically spotlighting EcoMotion's work with the Chula Vista Elementary School District.They start high level, being that working on campuses and sustainability is a shared passion in their professional careers - Sierra more on the strategic side, and Ted more on the operations side.They jump right into the story, starting with EcoMotion's introduction to the District, and the first step of analyzing one school site to...2023-11-2932 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: The Emissions Time BombIn this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course focusing on the Emissions Time Bomb.They start at the very genesis, when EcoMotion was hired to conduct GHG inventories and climate action plans in the Coachella Valley. To demonstrate to the communities how carbon emissions are compounding, and problems that are caused, Ted decided to come up with a representation of the average person in California's carbon footprint - 1 metric ton of CO2 per month. After some research, the vision was bor...2023-09-3030 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: The Millbrook Solar StoryIn this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course focusing on the Millbrook solar story, a  project in which all the stars aligned. Not only did the solar system take a huge chunk out of an institution's carbon footprint, but it was a good deal from the start, no money down and first year savings of over $50,000.They start at the very beginning of the story, first sharing their family history - Ted being the grandson of the founder - then fast forwarding to 2013 whe...2023-08-2928 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: The Power Grid Under Duress During the Summer Heat WaveIn this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course focusing on the power grid and its stresses as things start to heat up across the country this summer. They discuss “the electricity traffic jam” and the importance of raising awareness of peak conditions.They start by bringing the power grid down to basics – power plants, transmission lines, distribution lines – and how the grid handles this kind of stress. The conversation uses California and its Independent System Operator which manages our 50 GW system. Ted and Sierra the...2023-07-1929 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicTed and Sierra Flanigan's Clean Energy Crash Course: Climate Action 101In this episode of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, father-daughter duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan host the clean energy crash course on climate action. They start by discussing the wild fires on the East Coast, leading into a discussion on the climate crisis and how to be a part of the solution. They break down their discussion into three three parts: the electricity, mobility, and manufacturing sectors. Ted highlights developments in offshore wind, EVs, and buildings and industry. In addressing the push for practical solutions, they unpac...2023-06-0941 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Offshore Wind with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn this episode, Father - Daughter Duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan, hold a Crash Course on offshore wind. They have a lively discussion on its fantastic potential, and unpack its challenges and its benefits. Listen to gain insight and learn more on the topic!2022-09-0632 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Experimental Solar Home with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn 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 home, and lessons along the way. Listen to learn about what you can do to integrate some of these practices into your home.2022-06-0329 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion with the Flanigans on the Origins and Future of the Sustainability MovementIn 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 Earth Day now means to the youth, and shifts the focus on climate justice, a call to action, and accessibility to the environmental movement for all. 2022-04-2229 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Green Hydrogen with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn 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, residential, and big scale, commercial level. Listen to learn about the colorful renewable resource, its challenges, and its potential in securing a renewable energy future. 2022-04-0231 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicAura Vasquez on Building Power and Equity Within Frontline CommunitiesIn 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 City Council in 2020, organized with the Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal Campaign, and served as Commissioner, appointed by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP).2022-03-1530 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Net Energy Metering with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn 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.2022-02-1131 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Electric Vehicles with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn 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.2022-01-0831 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Vehicle to Grid with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn this episode, Father - Daughter Duo, Ted and Sierra Flanigan, hold a Crash Course on Vehicle to Grid technology (V2G). Ted goes into early experiments, the mutual benefit of the technology for both consumers and utilities, power walls, EVs, and a leading V2G case study. Listen for a high-level overview on the topic, and more immediate applications. 2021-11-1530 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Energy Storage with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganIn this episode, Sierra Flanigan picks Ted Flanigan's brain on energy storage: What is it? Why does it matter? What is the history and future of energy storage, anyway? Listen for a high-level overview on energy storage and its important role in decarbonizing our economy. 2021-10-1830 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicLive Discussion on Microgrids with Ted Flanigan, Hosted by Sierra FlaniganFather-daughter duo Ted Flanigan and Sierra Flanigan hold a live crash course on microgrids, their genesis and exciting developments. Thanks to the rise in energy storage, Ted Flanigan explains that today's microgrids combine solar and storage with sophisticated controls. The result is systems that can "island" and operate indefinitely when the grid fails. New-age microgrids also have "day jobs," earning revenues and paying for themselves over time.2021-10-1531 min