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On the Show – Dr. Jeff Schweitzer & Dr. Sterling Burnett on Nuclear Energy
Should we consider nuclear energy? Throughout the month of March we will continue our discussion of nuclear power. Have you noticed it is mentioned a lot lately? In today’s show we discuss the growing percentage of people who support nuclear energy for our electricity needs, the numbers might surprise you. Is nuclear power safe, reliable or for that matter clean? If we’re looking to reduce energy usage; thereby our carbon footprint, is this the only way? read more...
On the Show – Nuclear Power Discussion
March will be devoted to discussing nuclear power; is it safe, reliable and most of all is it clean? We’ll talk to experts in the energy field who have spent their careers in this field. read more...
Doug Payne – SolarTech
Our interview with Doug Payne originally aired Feb. 19th on KBZNZ; however, there is still time to register for their upcoming Solar Leadership Summit, scheduled for April 21st & 22nd in San Ramon, California. During our conversation, we discuss the opportunities for the industry to ensure wider adoption of solar technology. Pres. Obama has encouraged the use of renewable energy technology as a way to spur job growth and sustainable economic growth; however, as you’ll hear the long processing time, i.e., red tape, presents challenges. Through our discussion you’ll learn the processing time and SolarTech’s suggestions in moving forward. read more...
Today’s Radio Guest
Would you like to learn how to build a successful company? Yes, then listen in to today’s first guest Sramana Mitra a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and strategist. Specifically we’re talking about financing renewable energy companies; however, her insights can be applied to any industry. read more...
On The Show
Host Sheryl Parks, speaks with leaders in the alternative energy industry. Learn small wind turbine information from Nick Blitterswyk, President & CEO of Urban Green Energy. Learn more about small wind the US Dept of Energy. Urban Green Energy and Blitterswyk were recently blogged about by Sramana Mitra, a future guest, be sure to read her comments. read more...
On The Show
Looking for a great resource for important issues facing America? Check out my favorite sources, Opposing Viewpoints by Gale Cengage for alternative energy research and now Public Agenda, who provides an unbiased bridge between what Americans really think and our countries leaders. read more...
On the Show
STF continues our renewable energy education today as we learn about solar thermal, the legislative divide and clean technology that runs on E85, orange pills and more simultaneously. Skeptical, listen in today. read more...
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David Lee is President / CEO of BioSolar. Lee has over 20 years of engineering, marketing, sales, and corporate management experience in the area of military and consumer communication system, automotive electronics, software development and consulting. BioSolar, Inc. has developed a breakthrough technology to produce bio-based materials from renewable plant sources that will reduce the cost per watt of solar cells. Most of the solar industry is focused on photovoltaic efficiency to reduce cost. BioSolar is the first company to introduce a new dimension of cost reduction by replacing petroleum-based plastic solar cell components with durable bio-based components. Through the advanced manipulation of bio-based polymers, BioSolar intends to produce robust bio-based components that meet the stringent thermal and durability requirements of current solar cell manufacturing processes. read more...
On the Show
As of January 2010 we are focusing all our efforts on the renewable energy sector. We have a lot to learn and beginning next week we will share the journey with you on our blog. To this end, we will continue to speak with CEO’s and industry leaders to bring you the most current information within the industry. Hopefully, you will gain knowledge and understanding; plus you may just find a great business opportunity along the way. read more...
NIREC’s November 2009 Request for Proposals (RFP).
The Nevada Institute for Renewable Energy Commercialization (NIREC) is dedicated to accelerating the commercialization of clean energy solutions. NIREC accomplishes this by providing the vital combination of funding, business expertise and collaborative networks to validate the technology, evaluate its market competitiveness and achieve market entry. Through their work, they strengthen the nation’s clean energy innovation ecosystem, foster the growth of the nation’s technology-based economy and ultimately, stimulate knowledge-based employment.
Visit NIREC to apply for funding and pre-commercialization services worth up to $150,000. read more...
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