Revolutionizing Wind Power: How Flower Turbines is Changing the Game
- Revolutionizing Wind Power: How Flower Turbines is Changing the Game Devin Thorpe 26:01
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Devin: What is your superpower?
Daniel: I’d say that I’m a multidisciplinary high achiever.
In today’s episode of Superpowers for Good, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Daniel Farb, CEO and Founder of Flower Turbines. It’s been over five years since our last conversation, and the progress Daniel has made with his company is nothing short of remarkable.
Flower Turbines isn’t just about harnessing wind power; it’s about doing it beautifully and efficiently, particularly in urban environments where traditional turbines would struggle. Daniel’s vision for small, aesthetically pleasing wind turbines that operate quietly and efficiently has brought a fresh perspective to renewable energy.
One of the most intriguing aspects of our conversation was Daniel’s explanation of their patented “bouquet effect.” This innovation allows their tulip-shaped turbines to be placed close together, enhancing each other’s performance—something unheard of with traditional large wind turbines. As Daniel aptly put it, “When you have winds, you can collect [energy] 24 hours a day… We’re the only ones that can place turbines close together, and ours have this great benefit so that we can make better use of tight spaces than anybody else can.”
This ability to optimize space without sacrificing efficiency could be a game-changer, particularly for off-grid power solutions. Moreover, Flower Turbines’ products are bird-friendly, quiet, and designed to be integrated with solar and battery technologies, offering a comprehensive energy solution.
Daniel’s passion for innovation, backed by a robust portfolio of patents, is driving Flower Turbines toward what could be a significant leap in the renewable energy market. As they move into mass production, the potential for impact is tremendous, and I’m excited to see where this journey takes them next.
Flower Turbines is raising capital from the crowd via StartEngine.
tl;dr:
Guest Introduction: Dr. Daniel Farb, CEO and founder of Flower Turbines, returns to the show after several years to discuss the progress and innovations in small wind turbines designed for urban environments.
Innovation and Progress: Dr. Farb shares how Flower Turbines has evolved from early-stage prototypes to manufacturing and selling turbines. They’ve made significant strides in aerodynamics and electronics, leading to unique products that perform better when placed close together.
Crowdfunding Success: Flower Turbines has completed five successful crowdfunding rounds on StartEngine, raising substantial funds from over 8,000 investors. They are now preparing for their sixth round.
Multidisciplinary Approach: Dr. Farb attributes his success to his ability to combine different fields of knowledge, from science and art to business, which has been crucial in developing innovative products and solutions.
Advice on Becoming Multidisciplinary: Dr. Farb encourages others to explore diverse interests, as these experiences often connect in unexpected ways, enhancing both personal and professional growth.
How to Develop Multidisciplinary High Achievement As a Superpower
Daniel’s superpower is his ability to excel across multiple disciplines, combining creativity with scientific and business acumen. This unique blend allows him to approach complex problems from various angles, resulting in innovative solutions that bridge the gap between art and science, as well as between invention and marketing.
Daniel exemplifies his multidisciplinary superpower through the design of Flower Turbines’ wind turbines. He drew on his diverse background—merging artistic inspiration with scientific rigor—to create beautiful, efficient turbines that are not only functional but also visually appealing. Additionally, he shared an anecdote about his work in e-learning, where he applied creative storytelling to teach complex pharmaceutical regulations, transforming a traditionally dull subject into an engaging, interactive experience.
Tips for Developing this Superpower:
Pursue Diverse Interests: Follow your curiosity and explore different fields. Every skill or knowledge you acquire can connect in unexpected ways later on.
Combine Creativity with Discipline: Use both your creative and logical sides to approach problems. Don’t be afraid to blend art with science or other seemingly unrelated disciplines.
Embrace Hard Work: Multidisciplinary excellence requires dedication. Be willing to work hard and push the boundaries of your abilities in multiple areas.
By following Daniel’s example and advice, you can make multidisciplinary high achievement a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.
Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!
Guest Profile
Dr. Daniel Farb (he/him):
CEO and Founder, Flower Turbines
About Flower Turbines: Flower Turbines is an innovative small wind turbine company with the ambition to become a major global force in renewable energy. With over 30 patents, the company has solved the Technology and design problems holding small wind back from being as large an industry as solar. One of its biggest innovations is the cluster effect, whereby the turbines, when placed close to each other correctly, make the whole group perform better. For example, four turbines together produce as much energy as eight separate ones.
Website: flowerturbines.com
X/Twitter Handle: @flowerturbines
Company Facebook Page: facebook.com/flowerturbines
Instagram Handle: @flowerturbines_us
Other URL: startengine.com/offering/flowerturbines
Biographical Information: School, Degree, Year
2019: NSF Innovation Corps Certification by NYCRIN, New York
2011 and 2012: Course Series: Executive’s Guide to Patent Strategy, Herzliya, Israel, taught by Finnegan law firm and the University of Haifa
1999 – 2001: Courses at UCLA School of Business and Management. – Program in International Trade and Commerce. Partially completed. Los Angeles, CA
2000: Certification course by Pharmaceutical Education & Research Institute (PERI), on Applied Good Clinical Practices. Online.
1997: Anderson School of Management, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA. Degree in Executive Management.
1978 – 1982: Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. – M.D. Elected to Alpha Omega Alpha honors fraternity.
1976 – 1977: Special Student in Science, Yale University, New Haven, CT. Advanced Science Courses
1972 – 1976: Yale College, New Haven, CT – B.A., English Literature (Cum Laude) (set academic record for being the only person in Yale history allowed to take double the number of allowed courses in one semester, including many science courses, and getting all A grades).
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
2013 – Present: Founder, CEO, creator of most of the intellectual property, Flower Turbines. Headquartered in NY. Operations in Texas and Netherlands.
2006 – Present: Founder, CEO, creator of most of the intellectual property, Leviathan Energy, a group of renewable energy companies with innovations in a variety of wind, water, wave, and underwater turbines. Originally included a predecessor to Flower Turbines.
2005 – 2006: Patent writer and consultant with an intellectual property law firm
1999 – 2011: CEO, UniversityOfHealthcare.com, and UniversityOfBusiness.com, for web-based management and healthcare training.
1986 – 2005: Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology, Los Angeles, CA. Included managing a small medical group. Maintained contracts with 100 care centers.
1978 – 1979: Summer work researching neurotransmitter pharmacology, National Institutes of Health, laboratory of Dr. Irwin Kopin, Washington, D.C. (One of the world’s top labs in catecholamine and antidepressant basic research.)
1977 – 1978: Research project with World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland on health care delivery in developing countries. Culminated in the presentation of a paper for the Department of Psychiatry on health staff utilization in developing countries.
RELEVANT AWARDS
• 2010 – Cleantech Open – Won 2nd & 3rd Place for the “Best Clean Technologies in Israel.”
• 2011 – Wind Tulip invention on display in Bloomfield Science Museum in Jerusalem as one of Israel’s top 45 inventions.
• His hydro turbine team won the Eurogia and Eureka labels for technological excellence
• 2015 – Speaker at US Congress on renewable energy technology
• US Navy SBIR 2015 Phase 1 award for portable underwater turbines
• 2021: Top 1000 Sustainable Solutions, Solar Impulse Foundation
• 2021: Impel+ 2021 Innovator, US Department of Energy
• 2021: Pepperdine University Business School picked Flower Turbines among the top 10 Most Fundable Companies in the US.
• 2023: A winner of the Yes San Francisco Sustainability competition, co-sponsored by the World Economic Forum
• 2022 and 2023: Two-time winner of the Dutch government sustainability award
RELEVANT PUBLICATIONS
• Developed about 80 PCT patents in various aspects of renewable energy.
• Authored and edited over 100 books and CD/e-learning courses in management and health sciences, many of which won four and five star reviews.
• Several ophthalmology journal articles.
• “Wind Energizer” – Front cover article for WindTech Magazine, September 2009.
Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/flower-turbines-llc
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