Project Sustainability: Recent Episodes
Peggy Smedley
Each month, the show welcomes a new guest who will unpack a specific topic, spanning multiple episodes. Host Peggy Smedley will dive into her guest’s desire to provide alternatives that will empower each of us on what it means to have a healthy home. Simply all the innovations from energy, air, water, lighting, security, appliances, and more that impact our homes. With a focus on technology—and how it works in the home—listeners will gain a deeper understanding of what’s coming next and what’s already possible today. Determined to give a glimpse into the future, Smedley ends every series with the same question: How can we do even more simply by managing our energy consumption to help make the world healthier, safer, and greener today and for future generations?
Scott Byrne, director of global sustainability services, Sonoco, and Peggy Smedley talk about how the company is involved in South Carolina communities. He talks about some of the bigger one-off projects and sustainability stories in South Carolina.
They also discuss:
- The rise of solar installations across the state and how it greens the grid.
- A partnership with Green Gas U.S.A. and capturing methane from a paper production process and reusing it.
- The importance of education and teaching the younger generations, while considering the future of work.
sonoco.com/sustainability
(5/1/24 - 95)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Scott Byrne, Sonoco,
Peggy Smedley and Kendall Daly, owner, Amend Market, talk about the choices we are making and how that impacts the communities we live in. She says it is really fun to watch people make choices that align with their values.
They also discuss:
- The multifaceted issue and the multifaceted solution.
- The impact if we stop thinking about single use being a way of life, and we start thinking about reuse being more mainstream.
- The economic benefits of reuse.
amendmarket.com
(4/24/23 - 94)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kendall Daly, Amend Market
Peggy Smedley and Kendall Daly, owner, Amend Market, talk about sustainability including refill, reuse, and landfills. She explains how she got started owning a single refill shop—and the importance of voting with your dollar.
They also discuss:
- How the system works.
- Creative reuse ideas and examples of products in the shop.
- Why people like refill and reuse.
amendmarket.com
(4/17/24 - 93)
Peggy Smedley and Kendall Daly, owner, Amend Market, talk about the importance of reuse and refill—and what it means. She gives some context, saying in the U.S., there are billions of tons of waste reuse every single year, with the average American producing 4.5 pounds of trash every day.
They also discuss:
- The alternatives and ways to be more conscious of using our products.
- The seven Rs—and the importance of the order they go in.
- What has changed that led us to greater reuse at this moment in time and if continued education is required.
amendmarket.com
(4/9/24 - 92)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kendall Daly, Amend Market
Sheryl Guarniero, executive director, Make Greenville Greener, and Peggy Smedley talk about why your yard should work for you, narrowing in on composting. She says there is a level of instant gratification you get out of it, and it is your own experience.
They also discuss:
- What should be added to a compost pile.
- How to get started with all of this.
- The benefits that all of this will provide to homeowners.
makegvlgreener.com
(4/3/24 - 91)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sheryl Guarniero, Make Greenville Greener, worker of tomorrow
Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy Smedley talk about soil and composting. She says there is a huge myth around composting that it is complicated—but she combats that myth.
They also discuss:
- What composting is and the value add to the soil.
- The growing movement surrounding soil health.
- How to set up a system for composting.
www.southerngardensol.com
(3/27/24 - 90)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions
Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy Smedley talk about the importance of water. She shares about the significance of the management and the usage of water.
They also discuss:
- The benefits and impact of capturing water.
- How to create a system for water stewardship.
- If technology and rain charts can help monitor water.
southerngardensol.com
(3/20/24 - 89)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions
Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy Smedley talk about building pollinator gardens. She says a pollinator garden is a garden designed with plants that provide food and shelter to our pollinators like bees, wasps, butterflies, moths, and more, which helps our edible gardens as well.
They also discuss:
- Why a pollinator garden matters.
- How to start a pollinator garden.
- How can we maintain a pollinator garden—keeping HOAs and neighbors in mind.
southerngardensol.com
(3/13/24 - 88)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions
Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy talk about the power of resilience and growing your own food. She explains the biggest trends surrounding growing fresh vegetables and what is driving these trends.
They also discuss:
- The biggest benefits of having your own garden.
- The mindset change that comes along with it.
- How to encourage people who do not have a green thumb.
www.southerngardensol.com
(3/6/24 - 87)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions
Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense, and Peggy Smedley talk about resiliency and technology in manufacturing. He explains how Oshkosh Defense uses technology on the assembly line and in the facility.
They also discuss:
- How it uses benchmark data to become more efficient in its layout.
- How robots can automate the line and work alongside people.
- The difference between robots and cobots.
oshkoshdefense.com
(2/28/24 - 86)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Don Bent, Oshkosh Defense
Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense, and Peggy Smedley talk about the power of resilience and sustainability. He talks about how a lot of factories consume a tremendous amount of packaging and packaging materials.
They also discuss:
- How Oshkosh Defense is approaching packaging in facilities.
- How sustainability is much broader than reduce, reuse, recycle.
- The company’s people-first approach and its social responsibility.
oshkoshdefense.com
(2/21/24 - 85)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Don Bent, Oshkosh Defense
Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense, and Peggy Smedley talk about resiliency and the power of serving the client. He explains how they designed the truck for the U.S. postal service.
They also discuss:
- How the truck is more sustainable than previous trucks.
- How the truck is safer for the driver and the community around them.
- The importance of always looking to improve vehicles.
Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense, and Peggy Smedley talk about resiliency and the power of employees. He talks about the manufacturing plant in Spartanburg, S.C., and how it is designed to take into consideration the quality of opportunity for employees.
They also discuss:
- How the plant is ergonomically safe and comfortable for employees.
- The importance of training workers in order to have a safe workplace.
- The importance of leadership in creating an engaged team in manufacturing.
https://oshkoshdefense.com
Scott Byrne, director of global sustainability services, Sonoco, and Peggy Smedley talk about how the company is involved in South Carolina communities. He talks about a couple of projects and initiatives in the state that the integrated packaging company is doing.
They also discuss:
- The importance of consumer education with recycling.
- MRF: what it is and what value it provides to communities.
- How a South Carolina resident can participate and be involved.
https://www.sonoco.com/na/sustainability
Sheryl Guarniero, executive director, Make Greenville Greener, and Peggy Smedley talk about how to recycle right. She says it is important to focus on recycling and reducing our waste footprint.
They also discuss:
- Who should be recycling—and what items we should be recycling.
- How we can make sure recycling is actually being recycled.
- What benefit this will ultimately have.
Make Greenville Greener
Sheryl Guarniero, executive director, Make Greenville Greener, and Peggy Smedley talk about how to make our communities greener. She says recycling specifically is an important focus in the community.
They also discuss:
- Who is responsible for this.
- The importance of everyone stepping up.
- How we can all make a difference and get involved.
Peggy Smedley and Tina Green, VP business development and marketing, Mumford Industries, talk about if there is a right way and a wrong way to recycle. She explains what types of products can be recycled because there is a lot of confusion with recycling.
They also discuss:
- What we should and shouldn’t be doing in order to be better recyclers.
- How we should begin our recycling efforts.
- Why recycling is a group effort both at work and at home.
Peggy Smedley and Tina Green, VP business development and marketing, Mumford Industries, talk about recycling in general and how it needs to bleed into everything we do. She says what we do at home has to be inspired by what we do at work and at school and vice versa.
They also discuss:
- What we should consider with consumption and reuse.
- The disconnect between recycling at home and at work.
- The importance of education surrounding recycling resources.
mumfordindustries.com
yourbottlemeansjobs.com
Recycle Here SC
(12/20/23 - 78)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Tina Green, Mumford Industries
Peggy Smedley and Wes Westbrooks, chair, Recycling Market Development Advisory Council of South Carolina, expand on the “myth” surrounding recycling. He says that myth is that all things that go into a container that is segregated comes out the back end and it is all comingled.
They also discuss:
- What recycling does for the economy and the environment.
- How to change the culture around recycling.
- Where to start in your own home.
recyclinginsc.com
(12/13/23 - 77)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Wes Westbrooks, Recycling Market Development Advisory Council of South Carolina, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Wes Westbrooks, chair, Recycling Market Development Advisory Council of South Carolina, talk about the state of recycling in South Carolina. He says recycling has been one of the biggest drivers in the state—and they have been coming up with ways to improve the recycling percentage.
They also discuss:
- What is recycled and what is not recycled—and why.
- What the state is doing to be a champion of recycling as compared to other states.
- What has impressed him the most about recycling efforts so far.
recyclinginsc.com
(12/6/23 - 76)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Wes Westbrooks, Recycling Market Development Advisory Council of South Carolina, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Pete Evans, assistant professor, Iowa State University, talk about the future of work and if it will be driven by certain technologies. He says we need to recognize that things have to change as things change in time and it isn’t just the tools, it is how we think about employing the tools and how we solve the problems using these new capabilities.
They also discuss:
- STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and how we have lost something in changing modern education.
- The importance of letting kids tinker and discover.
- A new curriculum that is wrapping around additive construction manufacturing space.
extension.iastate.edu/4h/flex-forward-learning-experience
(10/25/23 - 75)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pete Evans, Iowa State University
Peggy Smedley and Pete Evans, assistant professor, Iowa State University, talk about the worker of tomorrow and how to inspire and equip the next generation. He says we try to instill with the students an idea of how to think about the world.
They also discuss:
- The scientific method and the four Cs: creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and complex communication.
- How many workers are worried that automation is putting their jobs at risk and how many workers are ready to learn new skills.
- Who the worker of tomorrow is and the age of augmentation.
extension.iastate.edu/4h/flex-forward-learning-experience
(10/18/23 - 74)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pete Evans, Iowa State University, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Pete Evans, assistant professor, Iowa State University, talk about some of the top technologies today. He digs into how he works with the kids, saying the FLEx (Forward Learning Experience) program focuses on how do we see things and how do we make things.
They also discuss:
- Seeing: Introducing kids to virtual reality and providing them an experience they may not have otherwise.
- Making: Additive manufacturing and the rise of 3D printers.
- The importance of agency and making an impact in the world.
extension.iastate.edu/4h/flex-forward-learning-experience
(10/11/23 - 73)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pete Evans, Iowa State University, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Pete Evans, assistant professor, Iowa State University, talk about getting young minds to think in a more innovative way. He says he is a recovering architect and has a desire to help to impact the world in the built environment and how it matches to the natural world, as well as impacting students for a vision of a better tomorrow.
They also discuss:
- FLEx (Forward Learning Experience), which is a mobile learning program.
- The four Cs that are universal constructs, which are important for innovation, technology, and STEM.
- Why this is so important at this moment in time.
design.iastate.edu/research-outreach/k-12-opportunities
(10/4/23 - 72)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Pete Evans, Iowa State University, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Kirstin Dow, professor, Dept. of Geography at University of South Carolina, talk about how heat mapping might improve urban planning. She says our cities are working in so many different ways to be more livable and healthier spaces.
They also discuss:
- Building new greenways and bicycle paths in Columbia, S.C.
- How new heat mapping is and the city that got the first heat resilience officer.
- The benefits that heat models will provide.
heat.gov
(9/27/23 - 71)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kirstin Dow, University of South Carolina, urban planning, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Kirstin Dow, professor, Dept. of Geography at University of South Carolina, talk about how heat mapping might improve work. She talks about how heat mapping can help begin with work strategies and thinking about exposure over the long term at work.
They also discuss:
- How to avoid accidents in extreme temperatures.
- How heat mapping can prevent illness or death.
- The importance of knowledge and data in understanding.
heat.gov
(9/20/23 - 70)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kirstin Dow, University of South Carolina, Worker of Tomorrrow
Peggy Smedley and Kirstin Dow, professor, Dept. of Geography at University of South Carolina, talk about how heat mapping might help improve health. She says heat is the one hazard our cities have done the least planning around.
They also discuss:
- How heat mapping can impact the livability of cities.
- The variables that change our overall exposure to heat.
- How machine learning will come into play to provide a better way.
heat.gov
(9/13/23 - 69)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kirstin Dow, University of South Carolina, heat mapping, health, Worker of tomorrow
Heat is the deadliest of all the weather hazards. Peggy Smedley and Kirstin Dow, professor, Dept. of Geography, University of South Carolina, talk about heat mapping. She says it is timely in Columbia, South Carolina, and the way we have built our cities actually traps heat from solar radiation—the roads and buildings heat up.
They also discuss:
- How machine learning can help with heat mapping.
- Some examples of things that can be done to reduce heat in cities.
- How to train the next generation to integrate this into other decisions they make.
heat.gov
(9/6/23 - 68)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kirstin Dow, University of South Carolina, heat mapping, worker of tomorrow
Peggy Smedley and Benedict Talplacido, VP of brand strategy and marketing, Sunflare, talk about solar panels. He says people have different motivations for wanting solar panels, but most are interested in saving money.
They also discuss:
- The benefits that exist depending on where you are in the country.
- The various types of solar panels that homeowners need to consider.
- The true cost of solar and how long it will take to recoup the cost of panels.
sunflaresolar.com
(8/30/23 - 67)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Benedict Talplacido, Sunflare
Peggy Smedley and Brad Wills, director, strategic customers and programs, Schneider Electric, talk about what led to the company launching its latest innovation to turn existing home energy panels into smart panels. He says it gives more flexibility and a whole platform with a simple app.
They also discuss:
- The value of this technology for the homeowner.
- How to plan for home resiliency.
- The rise of electric vehicles and how they fit with the home.
shop.se.com
(8/23/23 - 66)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, AI, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Brad Willis, Schneider Electric
Peggy Smedley and Elizabeth Parks, president, Parks Associates, talk about home-energy solutions and smart lighting. She says new research shows 13% of U.S. households have a smart light bulb and 6% have a smart-lighting control system, keeping in mind 1% is about equal to 1 million households.
They also discuss:
- The benefits and driving forces behind smart lighting adoption.
- How much electricity consumed in the house comes from lighting.
- What consumers want out of a smart home.
parksassociates.com
(8/16/23 - 65)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Elizabeth Parks, Parks Associates
Peggy Smedley and Elizabeth Parks, president, Parks Associates, talk about what type of home energy solutions homeowners are most interested in today. She says it is tracking a lot of smart-home-energy devices, solar panels, and electric vehicles.
They also discuss:
- That energy costs are increasing, which is a big driver to some of the new solutions.
- How many households have a smart thermostat.
- The differences in various markets such as single-family homes and rentals.
parksassociates.com
(8/9/23 - 64)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Elizabeth Parks, Parks Associates
Peggy Smedley and Akshita Iyer, CEO and Founder, Ome, talk about smart home technology and sustainability in the home. She says in the last few years sustainability has been an increasingly important topic, especially for the younger generation.
They also discuss:
- The genesis of the product around being able to retrofit existing appliances.
- How to be more sustainable by upgrading what you already have.
- The power of the technology for helping people age in place.
omekitchen.com
(6/28/23 - 63)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Akshita Iyer, Ome
Peggy Smedley and Akshita Iyer, CEO and Founder, Ome, talk about convenience in the home. She says today more than ever our lives have changed; in the last few years, the home has become more important than ever before.
They also discuss:
- How many parents struggle with the work-at-home-life balance—and how automation can help.
- The importance of bringing cohesion with how we interact with all these technologies in our home.
- How companies are making technology more affordable by bringing down the large upfront cost.
omekitchen.com
(6/21/23 - 62)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Akshita Iyer, Ome
Peggy Smedley and David Eby, founder and CEO of Cooktop Safety, talk about how homes can benefit from a smart cooktop monitor. He says energy monitoring can pinpoint different energy consumed by the oven or the burners and can provide value for users.
They also discuss:
- The design of the product and safety in the home.
- How technology can eliminate grease fires.
- How the technology is secured.
cooktopsafety.com
(6/14/23 - 61)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, David Eby, Cooktop Safety
Peggy Smedley and David Eby, founder and CEO of Cooktop Safety, talk about the technology behind his smart cooktop monitor. He says it is a new technology that helps mitigate injury and property damage and loss.
They also discuss:
- The fire suppression business and how it has always been after the fact—but that technology can help predict and prevent a fire before it happens.
- How AI (artificial intelligence) can do behavior predictions at the cooktop, which is the leading cause of all residential fires.
- How this technology can help age in place safely.
cooktopsafety.com
(6/7/23 - 60)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, David Eby, Cooktop Safety
Peggy Smedley and Joe Whitaker, vice president of business development, Origin Acoustics, talk about some of the brands leading the charge in a mixed format in the audio world. He shares examples of audio that looks like art.
They also discuss:
- Brands that make more attractive, louder, and powerful technology, and the technologies that disappear.
- If homeowners should wait for the price to come down.
- Future proofing a home.
originacoustics.com
(5/31/23 - 59)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joe Whitaker, Origin Acoustics
Peggy Smedley and Joe Whitaker, vice president of business development, Origin Acoustics, talk about the history of speakers and how they have advanced. He says speakers have been around for a long time and we have seen a transition or a growth that is more based on the technology of audio rather than availability.
They also discuss:
- The three parts of the history of the speaker.
- The biggest technological advancement with speakers.
- The advantages and downfalls of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and hard wired.
originacoustics.com
(5/24/23 - 58)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joe Whitaker, Origin Acoustics
Peggy Smedley and Joe Whitaker, vice president of business development, Origin Acoustics, talk about how acoustics and speakers can make the sounds of life and home so much better. He says audio is an important thing for the spirit.
They also discuss:
- One important thing to remember about any space: the purpose of the music you are playing.
- How furniture, tile, artwork, and other components in a home can impact audio and acoustics.
- Three types of speakers beyond free standing speakers.
originacoustics.com
(5/17/23 - 57)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joe Whitaker, Origin Acoustics
Peggy Smedley and Joe Whitaker, vice president of business development, Origin Acoustics, talk about smart building trends and the smart building market in general. He starts by talking about some of the more popular trends, which happen to be surrounding speakers.
They also discuss:
- What resi-mertial means, which is the style of residential used in commercial spaces.
- Why it is important to have the right individual help with the right sound.
- How homeowners can get the right sound in the home and outside.
originacoustics.com
(5/10/23 - 56)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Joe Whitaker, Origin Acoustics
Peggy Smedley and Ian Bryant, operations manager, Premiere SAV, talk about acoustics and speakers. He says there hasn’t been a huge change in speakers in the past 20, 30, 40 years, but what has changed is the way we experience it and the design aspects.
They also discuss:
- Retrofitting speakers into homes.
- Considerations for speakers indoors and outdoors.
- The importance of running the infrastructure in new homes.
premieresav.com
(5/3/23 - 55)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ian Bryant, Premiere SAV, Matter, smart home
Peggy Smedley and Ian Bryant, operations manager, Premiere SAV, talk about smart home trends. He says the most impactful thing happening this year has been the introduction of Matter, which is the standardization of protocol for communicating among all your smart home devices.
They also discuss:
- The rise of direct-to-consumer products and the role of the integrator.
- What homebuyers are looking for now in the smart home.
- Where homebuyers should start when planning to build a smart home.
premieresav.com
(4/26/23 - 54)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ian Bryant, Premiere SAV, Matter, smart home
Jason Turner, vice president and co-founder, PowerShades, returns to the show to talk with Peggy Smedley about the advantages of motorizing your window shades. Most people when they buy a home or move into a new home are already considering something for the windows—and motorizing window shades offer unique benefits.
They also discuss:
- How they bring greater energy savings.
- How motorized shades can be connected to so many other things.
- Custom schedules and how homeowners can take advantage of cloud-based control.
powershades.com
(4/19/23 - 53)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jason Turner, PowerShades
Peggy Smedley and Bailey Parker, executive director, Gills Creek Watershed Assn., talk about watersheds and why they are important. She says think of it as a catch basin—every bit of water that comes into that point is the watershed.
They also discuss:
- How urbanization is impacting watersheds and why every little act counts.
- What happened following the flood of 2015 when Gills Creek broke through dams and destroyed homes.
- The Gills Creek Watershed Assn., the Adopt a Stream program, the Watershed Champion program, and how it fits into what South Carolina is doing.
gillscreekwatershed.org
(4/12/23 - 52)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Bailey Parker, Gills Creek Watershed Assn.
Peggy Smedley and Sheeva Sairafi, cofounder and president, HoldOn, talk about sustainable household goods. She gives backstory about her company and how it makes nontoxic plant-based products that are all fully certified home compostable in an effort to help reduce plastic pollution and give people a sustainable option for their trash and zip-seal bags.
They also discuss:
- The problem HoldOn is trying to solve.
- The different sizes of the products and how consumers can access them.
- The response since launching HoldOn.
holdonbags.com - Use code PEGGY20 for 20% off on your first order of sustainable bags from HoldOn!
(4/5/23 - 51)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sheeva Sairafi, HoldOn
Peggy Smedley and Chris Howells, senior training and development manager, AprilAire Academy, talk about the importance of indoor air quality in our homes. He says we take on average 20,000 breaths per days, which is 3,000 pounds of air we are putting into our body, and we spend 90% of our times indoors. With all this in mind, it is important to understand the quality of air we are breathing.
They also discuss:
- Four major components of the indoor air quality industry.
- How humidity and temperature impact the survival of bacteria and viruses.
- Training for professionals coming into the homes and training for homeowners.
aprilaire.com
(3/29/23 - 50)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Chris Howells, AprilAire Academy
Peggy Smedley and Diane Cook, professor, Washington State University, talk about smart homes and what it has done with the CASAS Smart Home project at Washington State University. She explains how the project started with her interest in finding an application of machine learning that would challenge the field and force her to find new methods, while also having a significant societal implication.
They also discuss:
- The home of the future and the Texas State Fair—and how it guided her project.
- How she finds what her next goal and core objectives will be.
- What she has learned from the applicants and the professors—and where the project is headed next.
casas.wsu.edu
(3/22/23 - 49)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Diane Cook, Washington State University
Peggy Smedley and Diane Cook, professor, Washington State University, talk about the data that can be acquired by sensors in our home and the CASAS Smart Home project. She says her background is designing machine learning techniques, which are computer programs that learn patterns from data.
They also discuss:
- Three different areas of machine learning in the home.
- The difference between supervised learning and unsupervised learning.
- If smart home tech is readily available for consumers today or if it is still in the research phase.
casas.wsu.edu
(3/15/23 - 48)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Diane Cook, Washington State University
Peggy Smedley and Martin Moore-Ede, director, Circadian Light Research Center, talk about the significance of circadian light. He says it is a critical topic and we are all focused on health—but in fact the light you see is as important to your health as any food you eat, water you drink, or air you breath.
They also discuss:
- How LED lights are a blessing in terms of energy conservation, but they have a huge health downside.
- How blue light disrupts our clocks.
- How to find the right lights for your health and your home.
thelightdoctor.com
(3/8/23 - 47)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Martin Moore-Ede, Circadian Light Research Center, circadian light
Peggy Smedley and Martin Moore-Ede, director, Circadian Light Research Center, talk about the importance of circadian light. He says we have had a revolution in lighting. Lighting used to be pretty simple, but about 2013 a revolution took place when LEDs (light emitting diodes) came into the market.
They also discuss:
- The percentage of LEDs in 2013 compared to today.
- The advantages of LEDs and the downside that has been overlooked until recently.
- How to have a healthy home and find the right lights.
thelightdoctor.com
(3/1/23 - 46)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Martin Moore-Ede, Circadian Light Research Center, circadian light
Peggy Smedley and Erik Glassen, senior brand manager, Kwikset, talk about the state of security and the state of the smart home. He says door hardware is the first thing people see when they come to your home, and it is the last thing they see and touch when they leave. Security is the No. 1 reason for being, but there is a huge style component to door hardware.
They also discuss:
- The look, feel, and experience of the lock in the home.
- The most popular place to put keyless locks—in the past and today.
- Trends in the smart home space such as the need to simplify.
kwikset.com
(2/22/23 - 45)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Glassen, Kwikset
Peggy Smedley and Erik Glassen, senior brand manager, Kwikset, talk all about home security. He says one of the big trends in home security is you need to trust the brand you are using—and then you can look for a product that works best for your home.
They also discuss:
- Three basic buckets for door locks that can be customized for a homeowner’s needs.
- Some big trends—like aging in place and rental properties—that are driving new tech in home security.
- Different products—cameras, lights, thermostats, etc.—and their growth trajectory.
kwikset.com
(2/15/23 - 44)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Glassen, Kwikset
Peggy Smedley and Susan Landau, Bridge professor in cybersecurity and policy, Tufts University, discuss connecting a lot of things in our home and what we need to be aware of. She says you first need to think about why you are doing this, what is the benefit you are getting, and who has access to the information.
They also discuss:
- When to use a VPN.
- Whose responsibility home security is.
- What damage can happen with a cyberattack in our home.
tufts.edu
(2/8/23 - 43)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Susan Landau, Tufts University
Peggy Smedley and Susan Landau, Bridge professor in cybersecurity and policy, Tufts University, talk about cybersecurity in our homes and in our cities. She says security and privacy are both getting worse and getting better.
They also discuss:
- How much information we are giving away and how it is hard to be private on our devices.
- An example of how it is hard to protect your privacy.
- The importance of recognizing your risks.
tufts.edu
(2/1/23 - 42)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Susan Landau, Tufts University
Peggy Smedley and Lynda Powers, senior strategy and collaboration manager, Duke Energy for the Carolinas, talk about why electric companies encourage energy efficiency. She explains why utility companies would even want customers to be more energy efficient, saying when they are individually efficient, it makes the entire utility system efficient.
They also discuss:
- How homeowners can better track and manage energy with smart meters.
- The benefits of this technology for homeowners including non-energy benefits.
- The similarities and differences between energy efficiency and resiliency.
duke-energy.com/home
(1/25/23 - 41)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Lynda Powers, Duke Energy
Peggy Smedley and Eddie Cogdill, existing industry manager, South Carolina Dept. of Commerce, talk all about commerce’s role in the EV (electric vehicle) space. He says the mission is to create economic opportunities to increase choices for all South Carolinians.
They also discuss:
- The South Carolina Dept. of Commerce’s main objectives in the EV space.
- How this will impact economic development and help grow existing businesses and new businesses in South Carolina.
- How circularity is coming into play here in South Carolina to make new batteries, as one example.
sccommerce.com
(1/18/23 - 40)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Eddie Cogdill, South Carolina Dept. of Commerce
Peggy Smedley and Rob Bedenbaugh, director of engineering support, South Carolina Dept. of Transportation, talk about the South Carolina NEVI (National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure) plan and EV (electric vehicle) infrastructure. He says the NEVI formula program is a federal source of money that is comprised of $5 billion nationally that is going to be doled out to the various state DOTs (departments of transportation) around the country to support placement of EV charging on the national network.
They also discuss:
- The hurdles of placing these in rural areas such as providing electricity in a fair and equitable manner.
- How these alternatives can reach disadvantaged communities.
- The importance of public and private partnerships.
scdot.org/nevi
(1/11/23 - 39)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rob Bedenbaugh
Peggy Smedley and Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense, talk about how the company has built trucks for more than 100 years. He says while vehicles are the business, it is so much more than that and it has a mission to protect and serve communities around the world.
They also discuss:
- A new facility in South Carolina to produce the next-gen delivery vehicle for the U.S. postal service.
- The amount of jobs that will be created from a new facility and the rise of EV manufacturing in South Carolina.
- How to train workers on new technology in vehicles.
oshkoshdefense.com
(1/4/23 - 38)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense
Peggy Smedley and Adam James, director of transportation, Greenville County Schools, talk about the schools and an electric school bus received on a grant in South Carolina. He tells the story of how a student wrote an essay and the school won an electric school bus.
They also discuss:
- How long they have been using the bus and an initial issue that was quickly overcome.
- How the infrastructure requires collaboration with multiple partners.
- How it is looking to expand the use of the bus next year.
greenville.k12.sc.us
(12/14/22 - 37)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Adam James, Greenville County Schools
Peggy Smedley and Mike Bullman, director of transportation, South Carolina Dept. of Education, talk about electric school buses in South Carolina. He says this might be a good time to go back and talk about infrastructure and the plan is to put charging infrastructure at each location the buses are housed at.
They also discuss:
- Range anxiety and other hurdles that need to be overcome.
- How many of the routes will handle an EV right now.
- How to train drivers, technicians, and first responders on electric buses.
ed.sc.gov
wri.org
(12/7/22 - 36)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mike Bullman, South Carolina Dept. of Education
Peggy Smedley and Mike Bullman, director of transportation, South Carolina Dept. of Education, talk about how South Carolina got started in the EV (electric vehicle) bus space. He says there were four school districts that were awarded buses, and those were the first brought into the fleet.
They also discuss:
- What will be delivered in the next 60 days, bringing this to a larger scale.
- What makes the school buses unique and beneficial for schools.
- How one young student was an advocate for EV school buses.
ed.sc.gov
(11/30/22 - 35)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Mike Bullman, South Carolina Dept. of Education
Peggy Smedley and Lisa Lillelund, director of channel sales, Proterra, talk about electric school buses in South Carolina. She says they are very excited about the Dept. of Education going electric and bringing in zero-emission school buses to South Carolina.
They also discuss:
- How Proterra got involved in school buses.
- Why safety and performance are key in electric school buses.
- How the program is rolling out in South Carolina and the benefits it offers.
proterra.com
(11/23/22 - 34)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Lisa Lillelund, Proterra, electric
Peggy Smedley and Stacey Washington, senior program manager, and Sara Bazemore, director, South Carolina Energy Office, talk about EVs (electric vehicles) and energy management in South Carolina. They additionally talk about the electric vehicle stakeholder initiative report that was just released, which includes automakers, fleet managers, utilities, the public at large, and anybody that might have a stake or interest.
They also discuss:
- If the state of South Carolina is infrastructure ready for EVs.
- The three main parts under the infrastructure act.
- Education, outreach, and workforce development.
energy.sc.gov
(11/16/22 - 33)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stacey Washington, Sara Bazemore
Peggy Smedley and Stan Cross, electric transportation policy director, Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, talk about encouraging consumers who have two vehicles in their family fleet to replace one of them with an electric vehicle. They discuss some of the barriers to getting that done.
They also discuss:
- What the federal government has done in the Inflation Reduction Act and where to go to learn more about tax credits.
- If dealerships are all equipped to service electric vehicles.
- How many consumers are buying used cars—and when the used EV market will pick up.
cleanenergy.org
(11/9/22 - 32)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stan Cross, Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, EVs, electric vehicles
Peggy Smedley and Stan Cross, electric transportation policy director, Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, talk about EVs (electric vehicles) and the big picture of where the state of South Carolina is at in terms of EV adoption. He says the alliance tracks indicators to understand whether a state is leading or lagging in this transition to electric transportation.
They also discuss:
- How much has sales of EVs increased in South Carolina in one year.
- The need for the charging infrastructure and how funding will impact it.
- Where the state of South Carolina is headed with electric vehicles.
cleanenergy.org
(11/2/22 - 31)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, electric vehicles, Stan Cross, Southern Alliance for Clean Energy
Peggy Smedley and Buz Kloot, research associate professor, University of South Carolina, talk about where to go next with our gardens. He says if you are starting with a garden, he would advise not to go to a store to buy a big machine to dig a ditch. He says to start small and start with the tools you have.
They also discuss:
- To start with a regenerative agriculture practice by thinking about what you want to grow.
- How to create a plan for that bed for each season.
- How to make the switch to a plant-based diet.
sc.edu
(10/26/22 - 30)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Buz Kloot, University of South Carolina
Peggy Smedley and Buz Kloot, research associate professor, University of South Carolina, talk about his experience of creating a garden in his own yard, that has happened in the last 10-15 years. They talk about his evolution—and how he has changed his practices.
They also discuss:
- Why it is important to share crops with the animals in your yard.
- What makes unhealthy crops unhealthy—and how to avoid it.
- The importance of learning from our mistakes and our successes and the role of the next generation.
sc.edu
(10/19/22 - 29)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Buz Kloot, University of South Carolina
Peggy Smedley and Buz Kloot, research associate professor, University of South Carolina, continue their conversation, talking about health, eating habits, and gardening at home. He says one of the reasons he changed to a plant-based diet is because he had a heart attack about 18 months ago.
They also discuss:
- The definition of a plant-based diet—and how many calories should come from vegetables.
- How to make a plant-based diet interesting and exciting.
- The benefits of growing a regenerative landscape in your own backyard and water considerations.
sc.edu
(10/12/22 - 28)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Buz Kloot, University of South Carolina
Peggy Smedley and Buz Kloot, research associate professor, University of South Carolina, talk about some of the trends of growing your own garden in response to what is happening in the soil health movement. He says he looks at the data and system a little bit differently.
They also discuss:
- The five principles of soil health.
- How to make your garden grow better and to make it healthier—and determine if it is healthy or not.
- The impact of changing to a plant-based diet.
sc.edu
(10/5/22 - 27)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Buz Kloot, University of South Carolina
Peggy Smedley and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about how to entice and motivate consumers to do something about water stewardship now. He says you must have some sort of filtration system in your home for health because there hasn’t been an update to the Clean Water Act since 1990.
They also discuss:
- The chemicals that we are exposed to every single day that aren’t regulated.
- How much on average a family can save on water usage and the growing rate of water scarcity.
- The tenants of being a good water steward.
elitewatersystems.com
(9/28/22 - 26)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems
Peggy Smedley and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about filtration technology and how it is providing a better atmosphere for the consumers at home—and ultimately helps them be a good steward of water. He says there are all sorts of technology out there to consider.
They also discuss:
- How the only way to create pure water is through reverse osmosis.
- Two specific technologies that will help.
- Why understanding the return on investment is important.
elitewatersystems.com
(9/21/22 - 25)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, water, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems, reverse osmosis, filtration
Peggy Smedley and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about how to implement water stewardship qualities in our homes. He says 80% of the U.S. is covered in hard water and just an 1/8 inch of scale to a water heater or water bearing appliance can reduce its efficiency by 30%.
They also discuss:
- How hard-water effects personal appearance, health, and dry skin issues.
- Examples of stewardship and why filtration is conservation.
- The biggest appliance you can change for water stewardship.
elitewatersystems.com
(9/14/22 - 24)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems
Peggy and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about water stewardship. He defines it as we are making efficient use of water, we are protecting the asset, and we are not going to recontaminate our sources in a way that makes life much harder.
They also discuss:
- A historical perspective of water use.
- How much of the Earth is fresh water.
- Why water scarcity is at the forefront right now.
elitewatersystems.com
(9/7/22 - 23)
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems
Peggy Smedley and Alistair Banham, CEO, pureLiFi, talk all about LiFi and the benefits for the home. He says LiFi (light fidelity) is a high-speed wireless communication that uses the light spectrum as opposed to the RF spectrum.
They also discuss:
- The differences between LiFi and Wi-Fi, how they are complementary, and the maturity curve.
- How LiFi is secure, can’t be detected, and can’t be hacked.
- The LiFi at home ecosystem and how LiFi at home works.
purelifi.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Alistair Banham, pureLiFi
Co-hosts Peggy Smedley and Rene Rieck, global product marketing, manager, Alexander Maier, talk about the company and what it is doing. He says the company is providing energy-management solutions and talks about how it can help homeowners.
They also discuss:
- How software can help reduce costs for a homeowner.
- Integrating AI and demand response into homes.
- How to be conscious about your energy usage in your home.
busbaer.de/en
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Rene Rieck, Eisbear & Alexander Maier
Peggy Smedley and Michael Seeland, cofounder, Seeland-Jung, talk all about KNX and the products used. He says KNX is a worldwide building automation standard that can make a home more comfortable and secure.
They also discuss:
- The definition of an intelligent switch.
- How standards can lead to greater security and comfort in the home.
- How KNX being wired makes it more secure and reliable.
knxshop.us
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Michael Seeland, Seeland-Jung
Peggy Smedley and Jason Turner, vice president and cofounder, PowerShades, talk about the company and how it is an engineering company first to help energy management and sunlight management in homes. He says depending on the age of your home, the proper use of window coverings can be one of the largest energy savers you can have.
They also discuss:
- How to reduce your energy usage by up to 30%.
- An innovative patented motor for window shades.
- Homeowner goals and how technology can help.
powershades.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Jason Turner, PowerShades
Peggy Smedley and Bastian Elsner, head of international sales at Elsner Elektronik, talk about interoperability and automation. He says the family-owned company is a German-based company that is in the automation business—mainly with KNX.
They also discuss:
- Sensors and how they are the eyes and ears of the house, with one example of shading and brightness sensors.
- The difference between a DIY product and a truly intelligent home.
- KNX, the value it provides, and why it has wide adoption in Europe, but not in the United States.
elsner-elektronik.de
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Elsner Elektronik
Peggy Smedley and Ansul Rajgharia, director, connected products and surge, Schneider Electric, talk about what a sustainable home would look like. He says a sustainable home will have a couple of different features including being resilient, automatically figuring out the best way to be using the cleanest energy available, and helping with the stabilization of the overall grid.
They also discuss:
- The regionality of a sustainable home and different utility programs.
- The retrofit market and the need to create sustainability in existing homes.
- The need for the utility to be a big stakeholder in sustainable homes.
schneiderelectric.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ansul Rajgharia, Schneider Electric
Peggy Smedley and Ansul Rajgharia, director, connected products and surge, Schneider Electric, talk about some of the solutions it offers to help homeowners. He says Wiser Energy is like a FitBit for your home—and that we need to understand where and how we are spending our energy.
They also discuss:
- How Wiser Energy works, what makes it unique, and the installation process.
- The cost of such a system for the home and the payback period.
- Which regions are early adopters of this type of technology.
schneiderelectric.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Ansul Rajgharia, Schneider Electric
Peggy Smedley and Brad Wills, director, strategic customers and programs, Schneider Electric, talk about why home energy really matters and where else or how else can customers start or continue on that energy journey. He shares a few reasons why home energy matters.
They also discuss:
- Why energy is going to go up in cost and why it is important to learn how to save.
- Smart thermostats and how set it and forget it will eliminate the need to be the facility manager of your own home.
- The need to get down to a plug level and understand this entertainment center uses this much energy.
schneiderelectric.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Brad Wills, Schneider Electric
Peggy and Brad Wills, director, strategic customers and programs, Schneider Electric, talk about some of the trends that are making homeowners think about their energy—how they are using it and where it is coming from. He says resiliency is having an impact, as more people are moving to a model of working from home.
They also discuss:
- How utilities are moving away from a flat pricing structure to a more dynamic pricing structure.
- The rise of smart meters and a good first step, which is to get access to realtime data.
- How to decide how much to track and trace that can be used on a regular basis.
http://www.schneiderelectric.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Brad Wills, Schneider Electric
Peggy Smedley wraps up the month of June by recapping the topics explored through the past three months including water, air, and lighting. She also gives a quiz on these topics and shares the answers at the end of the segment.
The quiz questions are:
- How many deaths is unsafe water responsible for each year globally?
- How much time do Americans spend indoors—and how much higher are pollutants indoors than outdoors?
- How much of a home’s electricity use does lighting account for?
elitewatersystems.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, water, air, lighting
Peggy Smedley and Patrick Gall, head of channel development, Orro, talk about how health and wellness come up more than ever—and how lighting is a core part of this. He says being at home more with COVID, we have been thinking about our wellbeing at home.
They also discuss:
- How lighting impacts sleep and wellness.
- How lighting can impact stress, energy, and overall wellbeing.
- How lighting impacts families and the opportunity to personalize the home.
getorro.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, and Patrick Gall, Orro, connected lighting
Peggy Smedley and Patrick Gall, head of channel development, Orro, talk about safety and security in the home. He says safety and security products have become much more accessible to the homeowner more than ever.
They also discuss:
- How lighting plays a bigger role with safety and security than we might think.
- The importance of partnerships and how to go about making integrations seamless for the homeowner.
- What is being done to keep the bad guys from hacking the smart home.
getorro.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Patrick Gall, Orro, connected lighting
Peggy Smedley and Patrick Gall, head of channel development, Orro, talk about lighting and interoperability in the smart home. He says lighting is not this standalone part of our home that can’t interact and tie to other smart home devices we have around the house.
They also discuss:
- Why we need the computers in our home to do the thinking and the work for us.
- If the average person can afford the smart home and lighting today.
- How to first embark on the journey of smart home.
getorro.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Patrick Gall, Orro connected lighting, interoperability
Peggy Smedley and Patrick Gall, head of channel development, Orro, talk about human-centric lighting and what that means. He says it provides people on a day-to-day basis with the right amount of light for their bodies that will sync with their body’s daily cycles.
They also discuss:
- How energy is wasted with manual lighting.
- How technology can help manage and track lighting.
- How to simplify lighting for the homeowner.
getorro.com
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Patrick Gall, Orro connected lighting, AI, circadian
Peggy and Michael Don Ham, WELL Faculty, co-founder, RePure, discuss collaboration on home projects. He says when we look at a home, he suggests looking at all the stakeholders involved and that a holistic healthy home require many different elements.
They also discuss:
- Partnering with custom integrators and wellness professionals.
- Interoperability and how some things don’t play well together.
- The challenge of the healthy home up until now—and the solution.
repure.io
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Michael Don Ham, RePure, smart home
Peggy and Michael Don Ham, WELL Faculty, co-founder, RePure, talk about the last decade and how the market has progressed and how many homeowners are putting health and wellness into their home as a top priority with more than 80% of people willing to pay more for a healthier home.
They also discuss:
- The importance of ventilation, filtration, and humidity control when building and designing any type of space.
- Various different types of certifications for the home to consider.
- If the trend toward the healthy home will continue even after the COVID-19 pandemic.
repure.io
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Michael Don Ham, RePure
Peggy and Michael Don Ham, WELL Faculty, co-founder, RePure, talk about how sustainability and health have to go hand-in-hand in the home. He says the environment impacts our health, so if the environment is not healthy and air pollution rises, then all of this air is going to find its way into the home and impact us.
They also discuss:
- How to ensure your environment isn’t harming your health or the health of your family.
- The biggest contaminants in the home—and alternatives and technologies that can help.
- How RePure can help homeowners live in a healthy home.
repure.io
IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, air, Michael Don Ham, RePure
Peggy and Michael Don Ham, WELL Faculty, co-founder, RePure, talk about his passion for helping people live healthier and how the company was created to protect people’s health within the built environment. He says with climate change the planet is being decimated in many ways and it impacts the quality of the air outside, which impacts our health.
They also discuss:
- The invisible nature of air quality and how it is difficult for people to delve deeply.
- The importance of having a monitor in place to get insight into what is happening in your home or your office.
- How the way we look at the holistic healthy aspects of the home is really similar to the way our body and nature operate.
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IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, contaminants, green, energy, home, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, air, Michael Don Ham, RePure
The air in our home is often two-to-10 times more polluted than the air outside. Peggy and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about the unregulated industry of indoor air quality. He says we spend 90% of our times indoors, so where are we getting sick when we get sick: indoors.
They also discuss:
- What exactly we are regulating with chemicals in our home.
- The importance of technology and air filtration.
- Two tips for how to improve indoor air quality.
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IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast
Peggy and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about the Clean Water Act—where we were and where we are today. He says in the 1970s, the Clean Water Act was implemented because of microbiological contamination—and that not much has changed since then.
They also discuss:
- How many people have access to safe drinking water.
- Why clear water isn’t clean water.
- Tips and solutions for what to do about this.
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IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems
Peggy and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about the biggest purchase we will make in our lives: our home. He says it might as well be a healthy one. Prior to the pandemic, we were spending 90% of our times indoors. He says when the pandemic hit, that changed, and we accelerated the need for agility within our space.
They also discuss:
- The definition of pandemic ready and healthy homes.
- What we should be focusing on to live healthier lives in healthier homes.
- How to take away the upper respiratory triggers that cause people to be asthmatic.
- How much we can reduce our home’s energy consumption by reducing the minerals from our water.
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IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems, water
On the inaugural episode of Project Sustainability Podcast, Peggy and Erik Bernal, CEO, Elite Water Systems, talk about wellness and how water has to be at the forefront of homes. When Katrina hit, there was a cocktail soup bowl of mess in the water. He shares the four things he asked an army reserve specialist following Katrina.
They also discuss:
- Why he is focusing on water and air at this moment: they both have the power to build and the power to destroy.
- The three bodies we live in that we need to consider: our Earth, our house, and our bodies.
- How our homes are impacting our health—and how the EPA does not regulate indoor air quality or water.
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IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Erik Bernal, Elite Water Systems, water