Uploaded October 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Ron Kamen, represents commercial organizations in clean energy projects that reduce energy costs and lower carbon footprints. He started the AWESome EarthKind podcast to generate hope & empower families with the tools to have a positive impact. For 3 decades, he’s worked with large and small businesses, governments & non-profits to identify achievable clean energy goals, create strategies, and deliver next-generation cost-saving climate solutions.
His career began with fixed-income seniors who had to choose to "heat or eat" due to astronomical utility cost increases. He came to realize that energy was also the major source of air, water & land pollution. (In my home state, energy is responsible for ~ 90% of greenhouse gases).
Climate disruption became personal in 1998 when an upstate NY tornado severely damaged his home and his family narrowly avoided catastrophe. Since then, climate-induced weather disasters have become commonplace, with Superstorms, massive flooding, droughts, wildfires, and polar vortices shutting down electric grids and threatening lives (even in "climate-change-denying" southern states),
EarthKind Energy Consulting brings this commitment, experience, and expertise to every project. Our successes include reductions in electricity, heating, & transportation costs; improved carbon footprints; outstanding financial returns; and zero cash down projects that provide immediate and long-term savings. There is nothing better than working with good people and organizations who aim to have a positive environmental impact - and realize that they can save money doing it.
As a public speaker, he also makes public presentations that educate, inspire, and empower both young and old to "Go Clean & Save Green". The AWESome EarthKind podcast promotes that women and mankind - all EarthKind - are Forces of Nature. We are the 5th Element, and we are literally changing the work. We CAN make a real difference (and save ourselves money) when we focus on clean energy for our homes, businesses, communities, and nation.
Show Highlights
Ron shares his work with clean energy, clean tech, renewables and more in the greater New York area and beyond.
Energy is the answer to a lot of our economic environmental issues.
Figuring out how property owners, commercial buildings, nonprofits, government, can make transitions to clean energy to have environmental cost efficient benefits.
EarthKind is a small boutique consulting company targeting clients who want to tap into the opportunity to save a really dramatic amount of money for the environment.
Build awareness for geothermal exchange, where it becomes most cost effective, and what’s holding the technology back.
Grid evolution with distributing storage, being a generation source, electric vehicle supplying battery storage and use as a revenue source.
The technology that supports environmental policy and pockets to drive economic decisions.
Benefits of building an infrastructure with renewable vs fossil fuels when promoting new construction.
“The problem with fossil fuels and with things like nuclear is that they're very cost excessive and cost always increases. Whereas when you take a look at renewables, the great thing about renewables is that once you build the infrastructure, all you have to do is maintain it. The water flows, you get free electricity. The wind blows, you get free electricity. The sun shines, you get free electricity.”
-Ron Kamen
Get the episode transcript here!!
Ron Kamen’s Show Resource and Information
LinkedIn
AWESome EarthKind Energy Podcast
EarthKind Energy
Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn
Green Building Educational Services
GBES on Twitter
Connect on LinkedIn
Like on Facebook
Google+
GBES Pinterest Pins
GBES on Instagram
GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes . We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast !
Copyright © 2022 GBES
Ron Kamen, represents commercial organizations in clean energy projects that reduce energy costs and lower carbon footprints. He started the AWESome EarthKind podcast to generate hope & empower families with the tools to have a positive impact. For 3 decades, he’s worked with large and small businesses, governments & non-profits to identify achievable clean energy goals, create strategies, and deliver next-generation cost-saving climate solutions.
His career began with fixed-income seniors who had to choose to "heat or eat" due to astronomical utility cost increases. He came to realize that energy was also the major source of air, water & land pollution. (In my home state, energy is responsible for ~ 90% of greenhouse gases).
Climate disruption became personal in 1998 when an upstate NY tornado severely damaged his home and his family narrowly avoided catastrophe. Since then, climate-induced weather disasters have become commonplace, with Superstorms, massive flooding, droughts, wildfires, and polar vortices shutting down electric grids and threatening lives (even in "climate-change-denying" southern states),
EarthKind Energy Consulting brings this commitment, experience, and expertise to every project. Our successes include reductions in electricity, heating, & transportation costs; improved carbon footprints; outstanding financial returns; and zero cash down projects that provide immediate and long-term savings. There is nothing better than working with good people and organizations who aim to have a positive environmental impact - and realize that they can save money doing it.
As a public speaker, he also makes public presentations that educate, inspire, and empower both young and old to "Go Clean & Save Green". The AWESome EarthKind podcast promotes that women and mankind - all EarthKind - are Forces of Nature. We are the 5th Element, and we are literally changing the work. We CAN make a real difference (and save ourselves money) when we focus on clean energy for our homes, businesses, communities, and nation.
Show Highlights
Ron shares his work with clean energy, clean tech, renewables and more in the greater New York area and beyond.
Energy is the answer to a lot of our economic environmental issues.
Figuring out how property owners, commercial buildings, nonprofits, government, can make transitions to clean energy to have environmental cost efficient benefits.
EarthKind is a small boutique consulting company targeting clients who want to tap into the opportunity to save a really dramatic amount of money for the environment.
Build awareness for geothermal exchange, where it becomes most cost effective, and what’s holding the technology back.
Grid evolution with distributing storage, being a generation source, electric vehicle supplying battery storage and use as a revenue source.
The technology that supports environmental policy and pockets to drive economic decisions.
Benefits of building an infrastructure with renewable vs fossil fuels when promoting new construction.
“The problem with fossil fuels and with things like nuclear is that they're very cost excessive and cost always increases. Whereas when you take a look at renewables, the great thing about renewables is that once you build the infrastructure, all you have to do is maintain it. The water flows, you get free electricity. The wind blows, you get free electricity. The sun shines, you get free electricity.”
-Ron Kamen
Get the episode transcript here!!
Ron Kamen’s Show Resource and Information
AWESome EarthKind Energy Podcast
EarthKind Energy
Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn
Green Building Educational Services
GBES on Twitter
Connect on LinkedIn
Like on Facebook
Google+
GBES Pinterest Pins
GBES on Instagram
GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!
If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes . We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast !
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![012: Davis Richardson - Tiny House Affordable Housing
Listen to the full episode here:
https://www.gbes.com/green-building-matters-podcast/
At the age of 25, Davis Richardson already accomplished much in his life. He is the Founder, Brand Manager, and Design Director of Nomad Design-Build. Recently, he published a book called Going Tiny: Failure + Opportunity in the Future of Affordable Housing. The fact that its been on tv shows means that people are looking for it. We should move forward, so that we wont miss an opportunity to live greener and more affordably. There are also design opportunities that we can maximize. - Davis Richardson on tiny houses Passion in Baseball and Design Before attending the University of Texas, Davis attended the College of Charleston to study Historic Preservation and Community planning. He went on the receive his BA in Interior Design from Harding University. He was a student athlete, and was named 1st-Team Capital One Academic All-American in 2015 when he played baseball for the Harding Bisons. Pursuit in Architecture Davis is currently a M.Arch Candidate studying at the University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture. His career goal is to become a licensed architect. Sustainability was a big part of his education. This is a major issue that we have to deal with, and architecture has the opportunity to make a big difference. - Davis Richardson Mentors from the Community Davis sincerely appreciates his mentors. His first mentor was Greg of Smith Dalia Architects in Atlanta. He honest feedback and encouragements ushered him forward in his career. You cant be afraid to ask. You have to know that what you are asking [involves] someones time. - Davis Richardson on having a mentor Another mentor was his college professor in the interior design program. She made him think closely about design and also encouraged him in his pursuit. Nowadays, social media have made it easier to learn from others and get involved in the community. To hear about Davis Richardson and how he is making a difference with affordable housing, download and listen to the episode! Connect with Davis Richardson: Davis’ official website LinkedIn Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES: Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram Dont forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes if you truly enjoyed the show. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast! 012: Davis Richardson - Tiny House Affordable Housing](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uXHEIMfZIC4/mqdefault.jpg)
![Global Green: Shaping the Future of LEED and Wellness with Mercedes Oviedo
Mercedes Oviedo has a MSc in Bioclimatic Architecture and Environment fromTechnical University of Madrid School of Architecture, a MSc in Environmental Engineering from the Technical University of Madrid School of Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. Her sustainability project management experience includes a range of LEED-certified projects and other certifications.
She has also been part of the LEED International Roundtable Committee since 2011, where she has contributed to the globalization and regionalization of LEED across Europe. She has also been an educational speaker at Greenbuild Brazil.
At e4, inc. Mercedes Oviedo is an Associate and LEED project manager. She has expertise in green building sustainability practices, as well extensive technical knowledge in passive architecture, energy-efficiency and water-efficiency strategies for buildings and their applications in different regions.
Her previous professional experience has been in international projects, most of them consisting of large-scale office buildings and mixed-use developments. She has experience in leading multidisciplinary project teams, helping them achieve sustainable goals by applying an integrated approach. Additionally, Ms. Oviedo has been committed to and involved in promoting sustainability education, working for three years with Green Building Council Spain (GBCe) on their LEED educational program.
Show Highlights
Better understanding the LEED certification system and other certifications like Fitwel and Envision.
Mercedes encourages individuals to seize opportunities in an evolving industry with great potential for growth.
How LEED has evolved into a global certification system.
Examination of international standards and perspectives on LEED certification with the LEED International Roundtable Committee.
Integration of LEED certification with other certifications like Fitwel and Envision green infrastructure certification.
Importance of credentials in sustainability careers.
Mercedes shares the importance of gaining a global perspective on LEED certification.
“This new generation has brought [Wellness] to our attention. Emotional stability is very important. We have to pay attention to how everyones feeling within the work environment. Are we designing these spaces in a way that people are excited to come? Do they feel healthy? Theyre not only healthy, but they feel healthy.”
-Mercedes Oviedo
Get the episode transcript here!!
Show Resource and Information
A Blue Mind
The Art of Racing in the Rain
The Engineers Wife
Linkedin
Envision
Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn
Green Building Educational Services
GBES on Twitter
Connect on LinkedIn
Like on Facebook
Google+
GBES Pinterest Pins
GBES on Instagram
GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!
If you truly enjoyed the show, dont forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes. We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!
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