145: Bright Idea: Conserving Energy

145: Bright Idea: Conserving Energy

From Peak Environment by Dave Gardner

October 28, 2025 · 48 min · Episode 145

About this episode

The episode discusses practical ways to reduce energy use and rethink consumption in light of changing energy rates and demand.

Energy rates are changing, and so is the demand. Pikes Peak Permaculture’s Ally Richardson, frequent producer and cohost of the Peak Environment podcast, shares practical ways we can reduce energy use and rethink consumption. She’s joined by panelists Becky Elder (a permaculture instructor) and Scott Harvey (a structural and electrical engineer). They delve into the current state of energy usage in the Pikes Peak region, examine the primary sources of energy and identify the sectors that consume the most. They also explore the factors driving changes in energy rates and demand, providing us with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities we face. Feel empowered to take action towards a more sustainable and resilient future. This episode was recorded at the Sustainability in Progress (SIP) event on October 14, 2025. Sustainability in Progress  is a monthly program of the Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future. Join us (free) the third Wednesday of every month. You can view a video recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX1btxPC1BY The October meeting was presented by Pikes Peak Permaculture, which is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to teaching…

People in this episode

Guests: Ally Richardson, Becky Elder, Scott Harvey

Topics covered

  • energy conservation
  • sustainability
  • permaculture
  • energy rates

Keywords

  • Pikes Peak
  • energy usage
  • sustainable future
  • resilience

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Pikes Peak Permaculture

Places: Pikes Peak, Southern Colorado, Colorado, the Pikes Peak region, Pikes Peak Region

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