The second of a three-part exclusive interview with Brian Brawdy is LIVE online for viewing now.

In part two of the series, Brian Brawdy talks about his experiences RVing across America. Beyond the technology, toys and RVs, Brawdy shares insights and experiences with humanity that have changed his life.

"You can prepare all you want before an interview," says show host Mark Summers, "But what happens in the moment is always a surprise. With each part of this series Brian shares and inspires more than I would ever have imagined."

The first of a three-part exclusive interview with Brian Brawdy is LIVE for viewing now.

Brian Brawdy, a nationally known conservationist, travels across North America in his Lance Camper, which is equipped with a host of eco-friendly devices including solar panels, satellite dishes and wind turbines. His fascinating lifestyle and personal history make for a great story – a story that RV Buddies had to bring to their audience.  Referred to as "Eco-Brian" or the "Green RVer", the former undercover cop turned outdoor adventure expert is making a difference in both how the rest of us RV today and how the industry is being shaped for the future.

While Brawdy is much in-demand for interviews on television networks nationwide, in most interviews he usually discusses his passion for the outdoors.  RV Buddies had the opportunity to sit with him and dig deeper for over an hour of video – covering his lifestyle, adventures and much more.  The interview features some of the most candid conversation Brawdy has ever had on video. RV Buddies has taken the best of the interview and is presenting it in three parts over the next three weeks.

"We're proud to call Brian Brawdy an RV Buddy," says show host Mark Summers, "His life and mission are both inspirational and moving."

RV Buddies sees it at every RV show and RV park - RVs, RVers and new RVs are going green. TRA writes in the following news story...

If the signs at the National RV Trade Show in Louisville earlier this month are any indication, “green” and “RV”  go hand and hand just fine.

Six RV and park model companies boasted products at the show with “Green Certified” insignia on them, provided by the independent certification firm, TRA Certification. TRA has developed a set of green requirements based on the ANSI consensus standard for new construction, which also fits the RV industry.

TRA Certification is a long-time, internationally accredited certifier of quality management systems. In recent months it has turned its attention to the RV and park model industries to implement a set of consensus green requirements from the construction industry that are modified to meet RV and park model construction practices. This is the first time such a program has been applied to the RV industry.

“Everyone has become more green conscious about everything,” said Tom Arnold, President of TRA Certification. “We know the RV industry has a customer-base that is particularly attuned to environmental concerns.

TRA Certification anchored its show presence in the EverGreen Recreational Vehicles booth, where TRA Green Program Manager Mandy Leazenby described the reception of their first appearance at the annual show as “overwhelming.”

“A lot of people were asking for our white paper on the topic and we had some very enthusiastic responses from dealers as well as manufacturers. RVers are looking for what’s new and this program fills that bill nicely. Especially since we can offer a third party certification that takes into account companies who are doing right in terms of protecting the environment.

“The TRA green certification insignia we place on complying vehicles aren’t just someone’s opinion but are based upon the American National Standards Institute consensus standard, which is being applied fairly and uniformly throughout the industry,” said Leadenly.

RVs sporting TRA Certification insignia at the show included a top Emerald rating for EverGreen RV units, which were the only RVs to utilize an Energy Star rated roof. Other products receiving certifications from TRA included the Jay Flight travel trailer from Jayco, the Autumn Ridge travel trailer from Starcraft, and the Surveyor and R-Pod travel trailers from Forest River. Park models from Woodland Park have also received certification insignias.

A sample of green practices used to make these products includes such things as cutting wiring to exact lengths to eliminate waste, operating a separate recycling facility, using eco-friendly insulation that is formaldehyde free and contains recycled glass and sand, efficient installation practices for insulation, and recycling of vinyl siding.

“There are many ways in which a company can show its greenness,” said Arnold. “Often a company many not even realize what product or practices can be called green. That’s where we can help. Products like awnings, for example, not only provide campsite shade for RVers, but also for the RV, thereby reducing cooling loads.”

“We’re really just getting started with this industry,” said Leazenby. “We will be working with many more manufacturers in 2010,” says Leazenby. “Companies are recognizing the need to be green. This is yet another way in which the RV industry is growing more sophisticated to meet the demands of their changing marketplace.”