Community Solar for All Central Hudson Electricity Customers – with Angelo Chambrone, Clear Point Energy
Release Date: 12/20/2021
HV Communities Lead on Climate Action
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We just had an amazing conversation on the Earth Kind podcast with Paige Ruane and Vanessa Bertozzi from Partners for Climate Action, Hudson Valley. They shared insights on their work supporting local communities in addressing the climate crisis and improving ecosystems in the Hudson River Valley watershed. Did you know they've given out over $3 million in grants since starting? Their impact is truly inspiring! Paige and Vanessa believe that the overlapping ecological crises are best addressed by the communities that are closest to them by using approaches that...
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The Future of Sustainable Healthcare Products: A Conversation with Cabinet Health's Co-Founder Russell Gong
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From plastic medicine bottles to sustainable healthcare products, learn how Cabinet Health is making a difference. In this episode, we chat with Russell Gong, co-founder of Cabinet Health, about their mission to eliminate single-use plastic medicine bottles in the healthcare industry. Tune in for an inspiring conversation! Russ shares his journey from recognizing the plastic medicine problem to founding a sustainable healthcare company. Learn how Cabinet Health is innovating to make a positive impact on the environment and healthcare industry. From appearing on Shark Tank to envisioning...
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Zero-Carbon Industry: Transformative Technologies and Policies to Achieve Sustainable Prosperity - with Jeffrey Rissman
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The entire world is transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy sources for our electricity, heating, cooling and transportation. Technologies such as energy efficient light bulbs and appliances, solar and wind powered electricity, air and ground source heat pumps, and electric vehicles are transforming our lives. Communities, schools, and workplaces are adopting zero-carbon technologies that will also reduce costs and improve our health and safety. But did you know that the industrial sector is responsible for one third of global greenhouse gas emissions and that industry is...
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Durable Change Only Happens at the Speed of Trust - with Erik Wohlgemuth, Future500
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Quantum Quote: "We build too many walls, and not enough bridges." - Isaac Newton We live in an incredibly polarized world. Every day, we witness the widespread, massive distrust of almost everything and everyone. How can we overcome the escalating anger and mistrust that pervades close to every aspect of our society? Well, in today's episode, we meet Erik Wohlgemuth of Future 500 (www.future500.org) with over two decades of experience in stakeholder engagement and corporate sustainability. Erik is trusted by diverse leaders across industries, sectors, and political...
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Robison’s Evolution - from Fossils to Clean Energy – with Dan Singer
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Quantum Quote: “It is not the critic who counts, not the one who points out how the strong man stumbled or how the doer of deeds might have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred with sweat and dust and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, and spends himself in a worthy cause; who, if he wins, knows the triumph of high achievement; and who, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold...
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University Sustainability with UB Chief Sustainability Officer Ryan McPherson
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Quantum Quote: "The peacemaker taught us about the seven generations. He said, when you sit in Council for the welfare of the people, you must not think of yourself or your family, not even of your generation. He said, make your decisions on behalf of the seven generations coming, so that they may enjoy what you have today." - Oren Lyons "It's not the critic who counts; nor the man or woman who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and...
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Saving the Climate with Sustainable & Profitable Ocean Wave Energy - with Jan G. Skjoldhammer, NoviWave
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Quantum Quote: “Save the climate with profitable wave power.” – Jan G. Skjoldhammer Each and every year, uwe are burning more fossil fuels, ruining our children’s futures and all of our lives. What we’ve been missing is a more cost-effective and climate-saving solution that’s been around since the very beginning of time. Wave power—about three times more stable than wind—has the potential to provide energy equal to all the electric consumption of everyone in the world right now! Jan’s message is that wave power alone could provide most of our...
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Climate-Smart Agriculture: How Eco-Friendly Farming can Protect You & Mother Earth - with Sara Waldner
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Quantum Quote: “Save our soil in the hopes that the soil might just save us.” - Woody Harrelson We all have to eat - but agriculture is something we often don’t think about And, even when we do, we don’t think much about how it affects our environment. But climate smart grants, carbon credits, and goals to become “net zero” have now made agriculture a hot topic in the mainstream media over recent years. Sustainable agriculture provides a fast and direct path to the eco-friendly changes we want, and climate smart farming can create more resilient crops and healthier...
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Organic Batteries to Power IoT using Electricity from Paper and Enzymes - with BeFC’s Marie Berthuel and Jules Hammond
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Quantum Quote: “Luck is when preparation meets opportunity.” –Jules Hammond “To learn to succeed, you must first learn to fail.” –Michael Jordan Batteries may be just shrugged off as something small - but did you know that 15 billion batteries end up in landfill or are incinerated every year? The power of science and technology is now creating a change in how we produce batteries - using only paper and enzymes. Today’s podcast explains this new sustainable energy solution and how it will pave the way for a cleaner and brighter...
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Why Homeowners & HVAC Contractors are Switching to Geothermal - with Emily Ostrander, ClimateMaster
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Geothermal heating and cooling systems are no longer new in the market. Contractors and homeowners are recognizing that cash and tax incentives reduce both upfront investments and monthly operating costs - while creating quiet, sustainable and & more comfortable indoor air environments. Truth be told, some geothermal systems have a price tag that at first appears to be a lot more than a conventional system. But with a 30% federal tax credit, additional local tax credits and utility rebates, that number can make a geothermal HVAC system cost only slightly more than a conventional...
info_outlineQuantum Quote: “I’ve got a peaceful, easy feeling…” – The Eagles
Did you know that - if you rent, or can’t install solar panels at home for whatever reason - there is now a way for you to still gain the environmental benefits of solar - and save yourself 10% on your electric bill?
Do you know that with community solar, you can now enjoy the benefits of living a solar life - without actually having solar equipment in your house?
Community solar is a way for everyone to participate and enjoy a solar experience and save money on your bill, just through the simple act of subscribing!
With no cancellation penalties or fees, Central Hudson’s customers can now participate in a community solar program that provides a positive environmental benefit and saves you $100 - $150 per year,
With the Ampion/ClearPoint Community Solar subscription, there’s no need to build your own solar system.
Sign up and in just 30 days, you will witness community solar credits reduce your utility bill.
By paying 10% less on our electricity bills - just by signing a piece of paper, community solar is giving everyone the opportunity to help create momentum towards sustaining the planet and the 8 billion humans alive today - and the future for our children & all the generations to come.
Learn more and join us: Simply click this link: https://ampion.net/clearpoint. Please check “Yes” when asked if there is an agent or salesperson helping you and type in “Earthkind”.
Angelo Chambrone leads Clear Point Energy, an energy consulting firm based in Syracuse, New York. He has over thirty (30) years of energy sector experience. His firm provides strategic and technical consulting services to retail energy suppliers, consumers, commercial enterprises, and institutional customers on a national basis. His firm’s specialty is renewable energy, electricity, and natural gas.
Sign up for a free webclass to discover how easy it is to get ultra-efficient geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home – without the pain of emptying your savings account.
In “The Power Of Earth With Comfort” From Climate Master webclass, you’ll discover the answers every homeowner needs to know, including:
- How geothermal heating and cooling can draw energy from the ground beneath our feet (for pennies)
- Why homeowners everywhere are making the switch
- The secrets to securing utility incentives and tax credits to pay for a large portion of your new geothermal system
- and much more…
If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and register now for this FREE special web series that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.
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SuperNova #1. Regardless of the situation that you're dealing with, whether it's consumer or commercial driven, bring some value to the table – information that they haven't heard before. Find that and bring that to the table. The last thing someone needs is someone coming, calling them, and talking to them about the same things that everyone else is.
SuperNova #2. Renewable energy is a win-win for everybody. It is good and helps the environment; it’s a natural progression and evolution of our technology. At the same time, it helps people and companies save money..
SuperNova #3. There isn't enough capacity for everyone to participate at the moment.
If you have a chance to participate, it's good to jump on it because of the fact that it's limited. When you have an opportunity - grab it.
Aha Moment: “We’ve had aha moments with some of our very large clients. We’ve shown them how to use community solar as an overall hedge against rising prices. You really need to understand the strategy to use community solar, to not think in boxes. It’s one thing to do community solar because it'll save money, but it’s important to consider the overall picture of how it all fits together. While this can be complex, once the customer understands that, that's kind of an aha moment that I'm not sure even homeowners realize like when we talked about the savings. Community solar is a natural protector against rising prices, because the higher the prices rise, the more credits you get.” – Angelo Chambrone
Best Advice He’s Ever Received: “I had a boss mentor. He said, when you're contemplating a decision that you're about to make or something you're going to participate in, think about if you read it in the newspaper, would you be pleased or would you be disappointed? And if the answer is pleased, then it's probably a good decision. And the reverse is true, obviously. That’s a really practical way to think about lots of things in life. Would you want to read about it in the newspaper? Would you be proud? If so, it's probably a good thing. If not, you might want to stay away from it.” – Angelo Chambrone
Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: “I'm a closet musician, a guitar player, because I don't play professionally. I take some time in my day, even if it's a couple of hours, to go play. It clears my mind, gets me back into life, whether it's supporting family or career stuff. Whatever that is for someone else – whether it's meditating for a while or going for a quick walk, I think you really got to cleanse your brain a little.” – Angelo Chambrone
Internet Resource: NYSERDA Clean Energy Standard; NYSERDA New York Sun Initiative
Magic Wand: “I would ask everyone in the world to just take a minute and listen to the person they're talking to before passing any kind of judgments. Far too many times, people just don't give that a chance. It doesn't matter what your political views are. Just be civil to each other.” – Angelo Chambrone
Most Energized About Today: “The sunshine! In Central New York, we get so very little of it. Today it's just an unbelievable blue sky. I’m really excited when I can do something outside.” – Angelo Chambrone
Next Step: “Get more developers on board to spread the word in more utility territories in New York and other states, and find easier and easier ways to bring the parties together, to bring the consumers – so they have a good experience – and the developers together. That's what's next fo me” – Angelo Chambrone
Parting Advice: “It's always important to listen and be transparent.” – Angelo Chambrone
Connect:
- Website: https://www.clearpointenergy.com
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://ampion.net/clearpoint Write “EarthKind” when asked who referred you.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelo-chambrone-49216715