Plugging In!
By Alliance for Clean Energy New York
Welcome to "Plugging In: Powering our Way to a Brighter and Healthier New York," the podcast dedicated to exploring the exciting world of clean energy and New York's pioneering role in the movement. Join us biweekly for 10-15 minute episodes where we break down the basics of clean energy, debunk common myths, and highlight the innovative initiatives driving New York towards a sustainable future. Each episode features insightful interviews with experts, activists, and policymakers who are leading the charge. Get inspired, get involved, and learn how you can make a positive impact on our environment and community. Together, let's power our way to a brighter and healthier New York.
Latest episode
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Don't Get Blown Away: The Unexpected Challenges of Clean Energy Projects
This episode of Plugging In dives deep with Marguerite Wells, Executive Director of the Alliance for Clean Energy in New York, about the surprising challenges she faced while developing a community-owned wind farm. We'll discuss the importance of... -
My Solar Story
Host Barry Wygel shares his personal experience with rooftop solar. From initial considerations to installation and beyond, he dives into the costs, benefits, and lessons learned. Discover how solar power can significantly reduce your energy bills an… -
Fishing and Offshore Wind: A Great Match
While fishing concerns are often raised in the context of offshore wind projects, this episode of Plugging In: Powering Our Way to a Brighter and Healthier New York explains how offshore wind farms will provide many benefits to the fishing community.… -
Demystifying Your Utility Bill: Save Money and Go Green!
Feeling overwhelmed by your utility bill? You're not alone! This episode of Plugging In: Powering Our Way to a Brighter and Healthier New York is for you. Join host Barry Wygel and guest Michele O'Connell, president and CEO of Orange and Rockland, a.… -
Don't Vote in the Dark! Be an Informed Clean Energy Voter This Election
Confused about the upcoming election? Feeling overwhelmed by misinformation? This episode of Plugging In: Powering Our Way to a Brighter and Healthier New York cuts through the noise. Louisa Hackett, from Community Votes, join us on this episode to..… -
From Sea to Shore: How Offshore Wind Projects Get Approved
In this episode of Plugging In, host Barry Wygel is joined by Fred Zalcman, the former director of the New York Offshore Wind Alliance, to explore the intricate process of getting offshore wind projects built in New York. From the first steps of... -
Solar Power 101: How to Maximize Your Home's Energy Potential
In this episode of Plugging In, host Barry Wygel talks with Noah Ginsburg, Executive Director of the New York Solar Industries Association, about the increasing interest in residential solar power. They discuss the benefits of solar, the impact of th… -
Demystifying EMF: A New Myth in Renewable Energy
In this episode of Plugging In, we tackle one of the new myths being perpetuated by opponents of clean energy: Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Despite more than 25,000 studies conducted, there's still a whirlwind of misinformation surrounding EMF… -
Home Energy Audits: Your Gateway to Efficiency and Savings
In this episode of Plugging In, host Barry Wygel dives into the benefits of making your home more energy efficient with Courtney Moriarta, Director of Residential at NYSERDA. Discover how the Residential Energy Assessment Program and the EmPower+... -
Debunking Myths: Offshore Wind and Whale Strandings
In this episode of Plugging In, we welcome Lesley Thorne, a marine biology professor at SUNY Stonybrook, to discuss the recent rise in whale strandings along the East Coast, and its potential connection with offshore wind development. Tune in to lear…