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ECOMOTION'S LEADERSHIP TEAM PRODUCES POSITIVE CHANGE - AND AWARD WINNING RESULTS.
The team draws upon a unique combination of expertise and experience to…
Effective programs for unique communities . . . Be they national, regional, state, city or even community, Ted Flanigan has been at the forefront of program design and evaluation for 25 years. For the New York Power Authority in the mid-1980s, Flanigan was instrumental in major relighting programs for MTA and the Port Authority. In the late 1990s, he directed the Energy Program at the prestigious Rocky Mountain Institute, later he was granted funds by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to track best practices across the country and in Europe and Asia. He came to California to serve as Director of Energy Efficiency for the City of Los Angeles; later he managed major programs for the State’s largest utilities. Flanigan publishes and lectures on a broad swath of environmental issues, and has an extensive consulting background in cities around the world. bio
Taking the message to the street . . . Virginia Nicols, Certified Green Building Energy Professional, is an Energy Champion in many ways. For her constituents, be they interns in the office, corporate officers or among the thousands of individuals she has touched with her messaging at community events, there is no question of her unending energy. For years, Nicols has been at the helm of a marketing company, earning many awards for direct marketing strategies and campaigns. For the past ten years, she has teamed up with Ted Flanigan, earning California and national recognition for community efficiency works of all kinds. bio
Where the rubber hits the road . . . Russ Flanigan brings a strong sense of both project management and field experience to the table. As a BPI Certified professional, with distinctions as "Building Analyst Pro," "Building Envelope Pro," and "Heating Pro," as well as an EPA lead certification and being a Home Performance with Energy Star Contractor, he is able to work closely with contractors and the “green trades.” For the High Sierra Energy Foundation, for example, he researched key-card controlled HVAC systems, paying special attention to rewiring and amperage requirements and limitations. For Solar Santa Monica, he has examined hundreds of rooftops while communicating “the straight scoop” to interested homeowners and businesses. He is managing the installation of ten demonstration solar projects for Anaheim Public Utilities. A van full of tools complements Flanigan’s capabilities to engender conversation and effective community outreach. bio
Michael Ware joined the EcoMotion team in 2007 to be an “honest broker” of solar power systems. Prior to working at EcoMotion, he worked at PermaCity Solar. At EcoMotion, Michael’s work focuses on solar opportunities, measuring potentials, and developing solar implementation strategies. Recently, Michael analyzed all the rooftops of Santa Monica College. EcoMotion then worked with the college’s director of operations to develop a solar plan, based on remodeling, rate structures, and a sequenced approach. Michael is an expert at solar system inspections and rooftop shading, and financial analysis. He also successfully negotiated a 745 kW Power Purchase Agreement for Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District. EcoMotion is currently serving as project manager for a 423 kW solar port in El Monte – complete with state-of-the-art LED lighting, and a 1.0 MW system for a large campus project in Irvine.
Mark Hopkinson is Senior Business Associate at EcoMotion. He has been a decision-maker and advisor to businesses for over 30 years, starting, building, managing, financing, and directing industrial companies. His specialty is energizing and re-deploying businesses through a combination of disciplined analytical and planning techniques, growth strategies and continuous improvement programs – including a focus on energy and emissions management. bio
Maria Jauregui is EcoMotion's Business Manager. She is responsible for all accounts payable and receivable, projections and statements, while providing key project support. Maria provides financial and feasibility analysis for projects, including designing reporting requirements and procedures. She was instrumental in managing the data collection and input for the Greenhouse Gas Inventory recently completed for Palm Desert. Maria's background as Accounting Manager with The Irvine Company, added to her to B.S. in Business Management from the University of Arizona, gives her proficiency in analyzing real estate based programs including the property assessment program being developed under AB 811. In June 2009, she served as conference coordinator for the Palm Desert AB 811 Conference hosted by EcoMotion.
Tiffany Tay brings strong research, communication, and graphic abilities to EcoMotion. A graduate of the University of California at Los Angeles, Tiffany manages EcoMotion’s international study tours while researching solar programs around the world. She recently co-authored EcoMotion’s case study on the German Solar Feed-In Tariff and directed the Solar Squad (college-aged solar advocates) program in Santa Monica. Currently she has taken on the responsibilities of Project Manager for the Anaheim Solar Flag Program, planning and facilitating the Kick-Off celebrations at participating elementary schools, as each demonstration solar system goes up.
Drew Lowell-Britt joined EcoMotion in 2008 with his passion for energy efficiency and green living. Recently accredited by the U.S. Green Building Council as a LEED Green Associate, Drew has the field experience working with residents and businesses to promote smart energy management and green construction. As a project coordinator for the Solar Santa Monica program Drew specializes in field services - energy and water efficiency, solar strategy, construction, and community outreach. Drew also provides technical solar support to EcoMotion's municipal utility clients Anaheim Public Utilities and Burbank Water & Power. Drew graduated with a B.A. in Organizational Studies from Pitzer College, a member of the Claremont Colleges, and now resides in Santa Monica. Residents may notice Drew doing his part to reduce his carbon footprint by biking to and from local appointments.
Sierra Flanigan Sierra Flanigan is pioneering the Campus Greening division for EcoMotion's east coast branch. A recent graduate of Wheaton College, Sierra spearheaded the development and planting of the Murphy Apple Orchard on Earth Day, 2009, the first step in her concept and plan for the implementation of an Inter-Campus Produce Exchange in New England. At Wheaton, Sierra was a student senator, co-chair and co-founder of the sustainability steering committee and green initiatives committee, and a featured liaison to the college's Board of Directors. Under EcoMotion's direction, the Campus Services Team offers a number of campus services, from student action and organizing, to facilities audits and investment plans and demonstration projects, to charting a long-term course for sustainability. The Consulting Stable EcoMotion draws upon a stable of expert and nationally recognized consultants.
EcoMotion Interns EcoMotion has been fortunate to have interns that bring fresh perspectives and great energy to the organization. EcoMotion has an accredited program with University of California at Irvine. EcoMotion interns are managed by Virginia Nicols. They gain a valuable understanding of California’s dynamic energy sector, insights on managing a green business, plus invaluable training on basic business and office procedures, to the complex expectations of employers, and the fundamentals of dress and etiquette. We thank our interns daily, and again salute them here for all that they will accomplish in their careers! With Thanks EcoMotion also draws upon specialty assistance for web site enhancements, modeling and simulations, computer and database management, drafting, photography, graphics and printing, and general office support. We thank these essential colleagues and businesses. |
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