Efficiency leads the decarbonization charge. The host for this episode is Mitch Ewan. The guest for this episode is Howard Wiig. Hawaii leads the way in striving for a carbon-free (i.e.-no carbon dioxide emissions) economy. The fastest and most cost-effective first step is employing equipment that uses just a fraction of equipment it replaces. For […]
A Look at the 2017 Legislative Agenda
What sorts of clean energy and transportation bills will be featured at the 2017 Legislature? Margaret Larson of the Hawaii State Energy Office joins Stan the Energy Man to share details on the bills focused on improving Hawaii’s clean energy and transportation sector during the 2017 Legislative Agenda. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet […]
Cyber Comfort: The New Efficiency with Gabbard Energy Group
Glenn Gabbard, President of Gabbard Energy Group Inc., describes his “Building IQ” program which uses cyber technology to track every aspect of a building’s energy use to maximize occupant comfort, minimize energy use and coordinate all systems to run with the precision of a Swiss Watch. A particular specialty is state of the art submetering. Typical […]
Energy Efficiency for 2.2 Cents a Kilowatt Hour?
How much energy can efficiency measures save you? How much do these energy efficiency measures cost? Howard Wiig explains some of the opportunities available to improve efficiency and save money. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. […]
Kicking Off Energy Action Month – October is Dedicated to Energy Awareness
October is National Energy Awareness Month. Join Rachel James, The energy woman, as she and her special guest Veronica Rocha (Renewable Energy Program Manager with the Hawaii State Energy Office) kick off the national month of energy recognition. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii […]
The Beauty of Bioclimatic Design with Mr. Breezy Easy
Hawaii State Energy Office’s Energy Analyst, Howard Wiig, is also well known for his successful Code Green show with ThinkTech. In this episode, we introduce the Howard behind the host: Hawaii’s most important expert and policy adviser in bioclimatic design. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday […]
From Seattle to a Carbon-Free Hawaii
Duane Jonlin (via Skype) joins guest hosts Howard Wiig and Mike Hamnett to describe “Seattle’s Super Buildings,” as in super-efficient. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check us out any time for great content and great […]
Is the World Being Led to LEDs?
What are the best questions to ask before buying a lighting solution for your home or business? Derrick Sonoda is the right person to ask. Join Derrick and the Energy Team as they discuss various lighting solutions for ambiance and efficiency AFTER a Negawatt Moment with Chelsea Harder of Hawaii Energy! ThinkTech Hawaii streams live […]
The Super Highway to Self Sufficiency – Hawaii’s New Energy Code – Kevin Hause
Buildings can be made to be comfortable and delightful and use only a fraction of the energy they’ve typically used. Howard shares Hawaii’s new energy code and the integral measures that will energy decrease demand. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming […]