On the Show today: Dr. Jeff Schweitzer formerly served at the White House for the Clinton Administration. Working under President Clinton, Dr. Schweitzer was assigned to provide scientific and technological policy advice and analysis for the President of the United States, Vice President Al Gore and the Director of the OSTP, and to coordinate the U.S. government’s international science and technology cooperation (working with the president’s cabinet and 22 technical agencies) in countries throughout the world.

Schweitzer realized from that vantagepoint, “that one critical element was missing from global efforts to bring science, conservation and development together; there was no appropriate ethical foundation providing a compelling mandate.” In Beyond Cosmic Dice, Jeff proposes a completely new way to look at morality and ethics, free from any religious influence, and challenges the intrusion of religion in public life. He proposes a new natural ethic that offers a real alternative. Find additional articles of interest on the Huffington Post, Schweitzer is a regular contributor.

He joins us again today to discuss nuclear power – has it’s time come?

In our second half hour we’ll be speaking with H. Sterling Burnett, Ph.D., one of the country’s leading authorities on energy and environmental issues.

He is the lead analyst of the National Center for Policy Analysis‘(NCPA) E-Team – one of the largest collections of energy and environmental policy experts and scientists who believe that sound science, economic prosperity and protecting the environment can go hand in hand. A recognized scholar, Burnett has written on numerous topics that affect every American, including government environmental policy, offshore drilling, global warming, endangered species, and public lands.
He has held various positions in professional and public policy organizations, including serving as a member of the Environment and Natural Resources Task Force in the Texas Comptroller’s e-Texas commission, board of directors of the Dallas Woods and Water Conservation Club, and advisor for the American Legislative Exchange Council’s Natural Resources Task Force.

Visit the following links for some of Burnett’s published writings:

http://www.ncpa.org/pdfs/ba683.pdf

http://www.ncpa.org/pdfs/ba635.pdf

http://www.ncpa.org/pdfs/ba508.pdf

We start of the series with Glenn McCullough, Jr., Chairman and CEO of GLM Associates.  McCullough was nominated by President Clinton in 1999, and subsequently confirmed by the Senate to serve on the Tennessee Valley Authority Board, the nation’s largest utility.   President Bush named McCullough Chairmen of the TVA Board of Directors in 2001, a position he held through the remainder of his term ending May 2005.

Visit his website to learn more.

Joyce McMahon joins us in our second half-hour.  She serves as the Director of Communications for the Massachusetts Affordable, Reliable Electricity Alliance.

McMahon has provided written and verbal testimony before the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Pilgrim Nuclear Stations relicensing) and the US Mineral Management Services (Cape Wind).  McMahon’s  grassroots efforts encouraged the support of businesses and consumers towards the 20 year renewal of Pilgrim Nuclear Stations license.

View the whitepaper we discuss in full: “Addressing Institutional Barriers, Opportunities for Streamlining Project Timelines.”

Be sure to check out Mitra’s weekly strategy round table available online.  Register to participate or simply listen in, the information you gain will be valuable.  Mitra is also the author of the Entrepreneur Journey’s series available at Amazon.com.

Our second guest, Greg Menken is a Vice President at Beckerman Public Relations.  Beckerman has provided many guests over the last few months, making them a logical choice to speak to.  If you’re interested in raising awareness for your renewable energy company or your sustainable efforts, check out Beckerman Public Relations.

Menken’s interest in sustainability is longstanding; he is a LEED Accredited Professional.  In our discussion learn why he encourages other industries to take LEED courses.  More information on LEED training can be found at the US GBC’s website.

Next we explore the fuel cell sector with Chris D’Couto, President & CEO or Neah Power. Increase your understanding by visiting the US Fuel Cell Council.

Finally hear how the solar industry is benefiting Michigan with Mark Hagerty, President of Michigan Solar Solutions.  Increase your understanding of the solar industry with Solar Power.org and/or the US Dept of Energy.
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Joining us today from Public Agenda are Scott Bittle, Director of Director of Public Issues Analysis and Jean Johnson, Director of Education Insights and Director of Programs. They’re here to discuss their new book, WHO TURNED OUT THE LIGHTS? YOUR GUIDED TOUR TO THE ENERGY CRISIS.

We’ll gain their insights on the energy issues facing us.

Entrepreneur Alan Cook of Solar Hot Water Plus, joins us to discuss the benefits of adding a solar hot water system to your home or business.

Cook has been a renewable energy enthusiast for years, building his first solar hot water system in 1980. Those with entrepreneurial spirt like Cook make the alternative energy industry one to investigate. There is plenty of room in the supply chain for you and your business to become involved.

Christopher Huntington is the Co-founder / Vice President for SkyFuel Business Development, Inc. SkyFuel, Inc. is a solar thermal power technology and service provider founded in 2007. Their solar collectors harness solar radiation to produce steam for electricity generation and industrial applications.
Harry Schoell is the Chairman and CEO of Cyclone Power Technologies . Cyclone Power Technologies is the developer of the award-winning Cyclone Engine is an eco-friendly external combustion engine with the power and versatility to run everything from portable electric generators and garden equipment to cars, trucks and locomotives.

Arnold Klann is the Chairman / President / CEO of BlueFire Ethanol and Arkenol. As co-founder of both companies, he has been responsible for the successful development or acquisition of over 610 megawatts of natural gas-fired cogeneration facilities, and been the driving force behind the research and development effort leading to the commercialization of the Arkenol technology. Blue Fire Ethanol Incorporated’s use of the Arkenol patented process positions it as the only viable, world-wide cellulose-to-ethanol company with demonstrated production experience with ethanol from wood wastes, urban trash (post-sorted MSW), rice and wheat straws and other agricultural residues. BlueFire is the exclusive North America licensee of the Technology for use in the production of ethanol for the transportation fuel market. BlueFire’s goal is to develop and operate high-value carbohydrate-based transportation fuel production facilities to provide a viable alternative to fossil fuels on a world-wide basis.

Encore presentation of Mike Hess, CEO of Mariah Power. The Windspire® wind turbine is an affordable, attractive, and silent vertical axis wind power appliance. At only 30 feet tall, the Windspire is redefining small wind in a big way. The sleek design is well-suited to residential customers and can also produce clean energy for businesses, schools, commercial buildings, and off-grid needs.

Today we speak with Jim Croce, President and CEO of The Nevada Institute for Renewable Energy Commercialization (NIREC). Croce has more than 25 years in the energy industry, five of which; he lead Michigan’s successful nonprofit business accelerator for alternative and renewable energy. He is an industry expert with leadership experience and an engineering background.

In our second half hour we’re joined by Don Gillispie president and CEO of Alternate Energy Holdings Inc or AEHI. Gillispie is a semi-retired senior executive in the nuclear industry with over 40 years experience; to include working or consulting to every US nuclear plant and a number of international plants during his 40-plus year career. AEHI’s subsidiary Energy Neutral, strives to eleminate your residential and business energy cost.

Tune in for an informative hour.