The transition to a clean energy future is about collective action. Electrification and clean heating & cooling solutions are needed as much in existing building stock as in building development. Hear from our guests and their respective experiences with commercial and multifamily buildings VRF and air source heat pump retrofits. 

The transition to a clean energy future is about collective action. Electrification and clean heating &amp; cooling solutions are needed as much in existing building stock as in building development. Hear from our guests and their respective experiences with commercial and multifamily buildings VRF and air source heat pump retrofits.&nbsp;

Conversations in Clean Energy, presented by nonprofit Sustainable Westchester, is designed to discuss topics in the clean energy sector related to renewable energy sourcing, clean heating & cooling technology and electrification. Topics will focus on: clean energy technologies, project siting and feasibility, policy and legislation financing and investment, planning and development and environmental justice; all positively impacting the energy landscape, the local environment, and the health and resiliency of communities and their residents. 

Through conversations with key industry leaders, critical government and policy decision makers, community stakeholders, tech innovators and more, host Radina Valova, Regulatory Vice President at the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, will explore what’s new in clean energy, what's trending, what's coming. The podcast will put listeners to be “in the know,” trigger important conversations and provide information for usable action steps. We invite all of our listeners to get involved and join in the conversation with us as we all move toward the important transition to clean energy

Conversations in Clean Energy, presented by nonprofit Sustainable Westchester, is designed to discuss topics in the clean energy sector related to renewable energy sourcing, clean heating &amp; cooling technology and electrification. Topics will focus on: clean energy technologies, project siting and feasibility, policy and legislation financing and investment, planning and development and environmental justice; all positively impacting the energy landscape, the local environment, and the health and resiliency of communities and their residents.&nbsp;
Through conversations with key industry leaders, critical government and policy decision makers, community stakeholders, tech innovators and more, host Radina Valova, Regulatory Vice President at the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, will explore what&rsquo;s new in clean energy, what's trending, what's coming. The podcast will put listeners to be &ldquo;in the know,&rdquo; trigger important conversations and provide information for usable action steps. We invite all of our listeners to get involved and join in the conversation with us as we all move toward the important transition to clean energy

Conversations in Clean Energy Podcast

Conversations in Clean Energy, presented by nonprofit Sustainable Westchester, is designed to discuss topics in the clean energy sector related to renewable energy sourcing, clean heating & cooling technology and electrification. Topics will focus on: clean energy technologies, project siting and feasibility, policy and legislation financing and investment, planning and development and environmental justice; all positively impacting the energy landscape, the local environment, and the health and resiliency of communities and their residents. 

Through conversations with key industry leaders, critical government and policy decision makers, community stakeholders, tech innovators and more, host Radina Valova, Regulatory Vice President at the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, will explore what’s new in clean energy, what's trending, what's coming. The podcast will put listeners to be “in the know,” trigger important conversations and provide information for usable action steps. We invite all of our listeners to get involved and join in the conversation with us as we all move toward the important transition to clean energy.

Conversations in Clean Energy, presented by nonprofit Sustainable Westchester, is designed to discuss topics in the clean energy sector related to renewable energy sourcing, clean heating &amp; cooling technology and electrification. Topics will focus on: clean energy technologies, project siting and feasibility, policy and legislation financing and investment, planning and development and environmental justice; all positively impacting the energy landscape, the local environment, and the health and resiliency of communities and their residents.&nbsp;
Through conversations with key industry leaders, critical government and policy decision makers, community stakeholders, tech innovators and more, host Radina Valova, Regulatory Vice President at the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, will explore what&rsquo;s new in clean energy, what's trending, what's coming. The podcast will put listeners to be &ldquo;in the know,&rdquo; trigger important conversations and provide information for usable action steps. We invite all of our listeners to get involved and join in the conversation with us as we all move toward the important transition to clean energy.

Conversations in Clean Energy

Electrification and clean heating & cooling solutions are needed as much in existing building stock as in building development.

Mythbusting Clean Heating and Cooling: The Efficacy of Retrofits, Part 1

In the next episode titled "Low Rise or High Rise Budgets! Leveraging Geothermal System for New Construction," of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host Radina Valova explores how geothermal technology can support the budget for a new construction while offering a multitude of benefits.

 

With her guests Alex Speigel, Partner, Developer and Designer of innovative projects in the built environment at Windmill Developments, Toronto Office, and Ryan Boniello, Operations Head at Boniello Development- premiere builders of custom, luxury homes in & around Westchester County, host Radina is focusing specifically on two geothermal projects for new construction. Alex will share his experience in the geothermal and clean energy space specifically focusing on a 10-story mixed-use development in Toronto, Canada that addresses the triple bottom line approach. Ryan will share an operations design perspective from his Somers Crossing Townhouse development project in Somers, NY. 

These case studies stand as successful models for innovation, collaboration and the use of clean heating and cooling technology in the construction of new low or high buildings. The discussion will focus on the efficacy of the geothermal system and how it is most suited for the comfort, cost savings, the environment and the bottom line. Topics will include planning, financing and development -- positives, challenges and implications.

This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst – advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people and businesses to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives.

In the next episode titled "Low Rise or High Rise Budgets! Leveraging Geothermal System for New Construction," of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host Radina Valova explores how geothermal technology can support the budget for a new construction while offering a multitude of benefits.
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With her guests&nbsp;Alex Speigel, Partner, Developer and Designer of innovative projects in the built environment at Windmill Developments, Toronto Office, and Ryan Boniello, Operations Head at Boniello Development- premiere builders of custom, luxury homes in &amp; around Westchester County, host&nbsp;Radina is focusing specifically on two geothermal projects for new construction. Alex will share his experience in the geothermal and clean energy space specifically focusing on a 10-story mixed-use development in Toronto, Canada that addresses the triple bottom line approach. Ryan will share an operations design perspective from his Somers Crossing Townhouse development project in Somers, NY.&nbsp;
These case studies stand as successful models for&nbsp;innovation, collaboration and the use of clean heating and cooling technology in the construction of new low or high buildings. The discussion will focus on the efficacy of the geothermal system and how it is most suited for the comfort, cost savings, the environment and the bottom line. Topics will include planning, financing&nbsp;and development -- positives, challenges and implications.
This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst &ndash; advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people&nbsp;and businesses to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives.

Low Rise or High Rise Budgets! Leveraging Geothermal Systems for New Construction

As the second in a two-part series "MythBusting Clean Heating & Cooling: The Efficacy of Retrofits," of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host Radina Valova explores the often thought impossible geothermal retrofit in historical buildings. After you hear how ground source heat pump technology worked so well for these 100+ year old buildings, this technology may rise to the top of your list for upcoming capital improvements.

The examples showcased in this episode include St. Patrick's Cathedral, in Midtown NYC, a building on the historic landmark registry as well as Huguenot Memorial Church in Pelham, NY. 

Host Radina welcomes her guests Eric Smith, founding principal of the New York-based firm Eric J. Smith Architects with over 30 years experience and a member of the Huguenot Church Board of Trustees and Chair of their Building and Grounds committee for 12 years. She is also joined by Jeffrey Murphy, a founding Partner of MBB Architects, his work at St. Patrick’s Cathedral won a 2016 AIA National Honor Award and a 2019 AIA National COTE Award for excellence in sustainability.

These projects stand as successful models for innovation, collaboration, preservation of architectural integrity and the introduction of clean heating technology into historical buildings. The discussion will focus on the efficacy of geothermal retrofitting, historic building preservation, environmental stewardship, comfort, and efficiency. Topics will include planning, financing and development -- positives, challenges and implications.

This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst – advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people and businesses to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives.

As the second in a two-part series "MythBusting&nbsp;Clean Heating &amp; Cooling: The Efficacy of Retrofits," of Sustainable Westchester's podcast "Conversations in Clean Energy," host&nbsp;Radina&nbsp;Valova&nbsp;explores the often thought impossible geothermal retrofit in historical buildings. After you hear how ground source heat pump technology worked so well for these 100+ year old buildings, this technology may rise to the top of your list for upcoming capital improvements.
The examples showcased in this episode include St. Patrick's Cathedral, in Midtown NYC, a building on the historic landmark registry as well as Huguenot Memorial Church in Pelham, NY.&nbsp;
Host&nbsp;Radina&nbsp;welcomes her guests Eric Smith, founding principal of the New York-based firm Eric J. Smith Architects with over 30&nbsp;years experience&nbsp;and a member of the Huguenot Church Board of Trustees and Chair of their Building and Grounds committee for 12 years. She is also joined by Jeffrey Murphy, a founding Partner of MBB Architects, his work at St. Patrick&rsquo;s Cathedral won a 2016 AIA National Honor Award and a 2019 AIA National COTE Award for excellence in sustainability.
These projects stand as successful models for&nbsp;innovation, collaboration, preservation of architectural integrity and the introduction of clean heating technology into historical buildings. The discussion will focus on the efficacy of geothermal retrofitting, historic building preservation, environmental stewardship, comfort, and efficiency. Topics will include planning, financing&nbsp;and development -- positives, challenges and implications.
This episode was produced in collaboration with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), who serves as a catalyst &ndash; advancing energy innovation, technology, and investment; transforming New York's economy; and empowering people&nbsp;and businesses to choose clean and efficient energy as part of their everyday lives.

MythBusting Clean Heating & Cooling: The Efficacy of Retrofits, Part 2

The next episode, in the Conversations in Clean Energy podcast, “The Elimination of Peaker Plants. A Conversation on Grid Demand Solutions,” explores these renewable energy and storage solutions through an interview with distinguished guest, New York State Senator and Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Telecommunications Kevin Parker, as well as further conversation with renewable energy industry expert James Spano, and Michael Gilbert, the Director of Energy & Sustainability at Fairstead. The episode focuses on grid demand response solutions as tools to eliminate polluting and costly oil and gas-fired "peaker" plants with application to the New York area and national scope.

The next episode, in the Conversations in Clean Energy podcast, &ldquo;The Elimination of Peaker Plants. A Conversation on Grid Demand Solutions,&rdquo; explores these renewable energy and storage solutions through an interview with distinguished guest, New York State Senator and Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Telecommunications Kevin Parker, as well as further conversation with renewable energy industry expert James Spano, and Michael Gilbert, the Director of Energy &amp; Sustainability at Fairstead. The episode focuses on grid demand response solutions as tools to eliminate polluting and costly oil and gas-fired "peaker" plants with application to the New York area and national scope.

Mythbusting Clean Heating and Cooling: The Efficacy of Retrofits, Part 1

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