Contractor's Corner is part of the Solar Power World network of podcasts. Solar Power World is the premier media outlet for the U.S. solar market and has the largest solar installer, contractor and developer audience in the industry. In this podcast series, Solar Power World editors talk with the U.S. solar industry’s biggest newsmakers.
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Make In India: ReNew Power will Establish a Solar Set Manufacturing Unit at Dholera With Rs 2,000 Crore Investment
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Dholera Sir is a prospective city in Gujarat where many investors are spending umpteen amounts for various commercial and Residential Projects in Dholera SIR. Like many other reputed companies, India’s largest independent producer of renewable energy, Gurugram-based ReNew Power has selected this Dholera SIR location in Gujarat for its maiden solar cell and module manufacturing unit. This astonishing news was confirmed and published by Economic Times.
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Solar Spotlight: Enough backup energy to power any load in the home
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The value of energy resiliency is increasing in the face of stronger weather events and natural disasters, and the electrical grid isn’t always prepared to withstand these adverse environmental pressures. Rex Liu, VP of product management, clean energy, at Generac, is on this episode of Solar Spotlight to share how residential solar customers can k…
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Dholera: A Smart City Investment Opportunity
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Discover the untapped potential of Dholera, a burgeoning smart city in Gujarat. This podcast explores the key benefits of investing in Dholera, including its strategic location, state-of-the-art infrastructure, government support, and immense growth potential. visit: https://www.avirahi.com/dholera-residential-plots.html…
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Solar Spotlight: Using energy load management to avoid service upgrades
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The American power grid is electrifying through renewable energy proliferation, and homeowners are following suit by replacing gas powered vehicles and appliances with electric-powered options. However, certain homes are encountering the conundrum of having too high of an electrical load and not enough electrical service to back it. Savant is a rec…
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Solar Spotlight: Playing the long game in domestic solar panel manufacturing
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Trina Solar US, the domestic arm of the global PV module manufacturer, is ramping up production in the United States. On this episode of Solar Spotlight, Adam Macaluso, national accounts manager for US channel business at Trina Solar, shares an update on Trina’s U.S. manufacturing footprint, as well as the company’s near future plans.…
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Solar Spotlight: Supplying everything above the roof line — including PV
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ABC Supply is a prolific distributor in the North American roofing market and has expanded into solar component distribution as well. James Mason, VP of renewable energy at ABC Supply, is on this episode of Solar Spotlight to discuss the company’s history, motivations for entering the PV market and its ambition to reshape how solar contractors are …
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Why Invest in Dholera Residential Plots?
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Invest in Dholera for a smart, sustainable, and profitable future. Enjoy world-class amenities, excellent connectivity, and high growth potential in this thriving economic hub. For more information Visit our website:-https://www.avirahi.com/Af avirahi8
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Contractor's Corner: Announcing the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List
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In our last episode of the Contractor's Corner podcast, we're announcing this year's Top Solar Contractors List. Thank you to Scanifly for sponsoring this podcast and the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List. View the full list at solarpowerworldonline.com.Af Solar Power World
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The Most Important Factors for Real Estate Investing
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In the bustling landscape of Indian real estate, where opportunities are abundant and diverse, the journey of investment can be both thrilling and daunting. visit : https://www.avirahi.comAf avirahi8
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Dholera: Where Smart Investment Meets Smart Living
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dholera a rising smart city in gujarat. is morethan just an investment opportunity. visit : https://www.avirahi.com/dholera-residential-plots.htmlAf avirahi8
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Solar Spotlight: Simplifying and automating large-scale solar design
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Utility-scale solar projects are consistently breaking capacity records annually, both in individual project size and overall countrywide output. The sheer scale of these acres and sometimes miles long arrays require an unprecedented amount of worktime to construct, and even before a pile is driven into the dirt, project engineers must spend time d…
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Contractor's Corner: Burns & McDonnell
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In this episode, the utility-scale EPC talks about the importance of relationships with manufacturers and hands-on training time for install crews. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Solar mounting hits the deck
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Over the last several years, the shape and size of mounts used in residential solar projects have changed to a lower profile attachment that can be installed over the shingle instead of slid underneath like metal flashing sheets. The next obstacle in residential solar design was expanding these top-mounted attachments that could primarily be instal…
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Solar Spotlight: Scaling energy storage while facing a climate crisis
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As the effects of a changing climate increase in both frequency and severity, the need for technologies that can decarbonize and support electrical infrastructure is paramount. In this episode of Solar Spotlight, Zolaikha Strong, senior director of policy and regulatory affairs at Generac Power Systems, discusses the significance of energy storage …
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Contractor’s Corner: Alternative Energy Southeast (AES)
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In this episode, Alternative Energy Southeast talks about securing R&D credits for trying new solar tech and the keys to regional solar success. Sponsored by Scanifly and Intersolar North America.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Integrating the benefits of rail into a rail-less solar mount
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Solar racking manufacturer SunModo will soon debut its latest pitched rooftop mount, NanoRack, to the residential market. On this episode of Solar Spotlight, CEO Steve Mumma discusses the system features and installation considerations built into NanoRack.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Butyl mounts rooftop solar projects in a flash
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The shape of solar mounts is changing, and so too are how they’re attached to rooftops. K2 Systems, a solar racking manufacturer, has integrated a butyl sealant onto a new line of roof mounts. On this episode of Solar Spotlight, Brett Nielsen, VP of products and services at K2, is here to share the rationale behind adopting this sticky new flashing…
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Solar Spotlight: Meeting the growing demand for solar racking
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Domestic solar is consistently breaking installation records year over year and is slated to keep that pace. Yet, manufacturers and suppliers are still feeling the effects of pandemic supply chain delays. In this episode of Solar Spotlight, Unirac’s new VP of operations and supply chain, Lee Ingram, and former guest and VP of Unirac’s commercial di…
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In this episode, Vibe Solar talks about pivoting the residential business to adapt to California's new NEM 3.0 rate structure. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Contractor's Corner: Renewable IPP
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In this episode, Renewable IPP talks about the workforce challenges as the first utility-scale EPC in Alaska and O&M considerations for these far northwestern arrays. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Choosing the right battery storage for homeowners going solar
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Energy storage is becoming a more common feature on residential solar installations so homeowners can tap into the power they’ve generated when they need it — not just when the sun is up. Rex Liu, VP of product management at Generac, a manufacturer of batteries for renewable energy applications, is here to share how solar installers can approach pi…
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Solar Spotlight: Solar canopy project collaboration with a focus on value engineering
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With the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act and its new offerings in tax incentives for solar projects, contractor collaboration and value engineering have become critical components for creating or selling viable solar projects. M Bar C Construction specializes in solar carport installation across a range of applications and building types. …
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Solar Spotlight: Anatomy of a high-profile solar project
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The administration at Emory University, a private school of higher education from Georgia, set sustainability goals for the university, with plans to eliminate carbon emissions production by 2050. Emory has already installed solar arrays across many buildings on its main campus and is nearing completion of a solar canopy PV project at its Musculosk…
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Solar Spotlight: Sungrow increases the power of possibilities for string inverters
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The inverter is a crucial component on a solar project because it converts the power generated by PV modules into usable electricity. Daniel Friberg, director of product and engineering at inverter manufacturer Sungrow, shares some details on the operations, hardware compatibility and environmental readiness of Sungrow’s SG350 line of string invert…
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Contractor's Corner: Solar Power of Oklahoma
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In this episode, Solar Power of Oklahoma talks about the hurdles of selling solar in an oil & gas state, and the progress the company has made in the past seven years. Sponsored by Scanifly and RE+.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Keeping wattage high and footprint low on PV modules
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Photovoltaic solar modules continue to grow in wattage, and that often means increasing their size, too, but that doesn’t always have to be the case. In this episode of Solar Spotlight, Lucas Moura, product marketing manager for international module manufacturer Trina Solar, discusses the significance of the compact yet electrically potent N-type T…
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Solar Spotlight: Designing a new solar mounting system from the ground up
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SnapNrack, a solar mounting and racking manufacturer, is reconsidering the steps to securing solar modules to residential rooftops. Earlier this year, SnapNrack debuted its TopSpeed solar rooftop mounting system, a solution that attaches to solar modules before they reach the roof. Here to discuss the system’s features is Andrew Wickham, Director o…
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In this episode, BQ Energy talks about how brownfield solar installations have changed over the past decade. Sponsored by Scanifly, Aurora Solar and RE+.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Unirac empowers contractors with Master Installer Program
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Solar racking manufacturer Unirac launched its Master Installer Program in 2020 to offer its customers hands-on training with solar racking installation, design and system optimization and troubleshooting. In this episode, we’re joined by Braden Laumbach, program coordinator, and Zak Kushner, installer sales specialist manager, with Unirac, to expl…
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Contractor's Corner: Sundance Power Systems
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In this episode, Sundance Power Systems talks about getting started in 1995 and how the company has forged an unlikely collaboration with North Carolina's biggest investor-owned utility. Sponsored by Scanifly and WAGO.Af Solar Power World
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Contractor's Corner: Summit Ridge Energy
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In this episode, Summit Ridge Energy talks about its partnerships to accelerate solar manufacturing and job growth. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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K2 invests in software solutions to simplify solar design and sales
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K2 Systems is a racking company that manufactures installation-friendly solar mounting systems tailored to the needs of customers. Andy Neshat, CEO of K2 Systems US & MX, joins Solar Power World in this podcast to talk about the new K2 Quote solution and the company’s plans to further cut soft costs. Sponsored by K2.…
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Solar Spotlight: It's no myth — microinverters work on commercial solar projects
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Microinverters are a common component in residential solar projects that are built to handle the wattage of smaller-scale PV arrays. But like solar modules, microinverters are increasing in capacity and can handle larger electrical loads. For example, inverter manufacturer APsystems’ new QT2 microinverter can invert energy from four solar panels at…
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Contractor's Corner: Black & Veatch
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In this episode, large-scale solar EPC Black & Veatch talks about its long history in construction and embracing technologies of the future. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Contractor's Corner: Arizona Energy Pros
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In this month's Contractor's Corner podcast, we learn about a small Arizona installer that invests time and money into global volunteer efforts. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Supporting the structural side of commercial solar
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A few years on, there is still uncertainty surrounding the solar supply chain. There are likely still modules tied up at shipping ports, and despite Inflation Reduction Act incentives to develop a larger domestic market for solar panels, it will still be some time before we experience it. That is not necessarily the case for solar racking and mount…
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In this month's Contractor's Corner podcast, we learn about the mission of nonprofit Solar One to bring resilient energy backup to at-risk communities. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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In this episode of the Contractor’s Corner podcast, community solar customer manager Perch Energy talks about the role software plays in making this solar segment accessible to those who can't install arrays on their rooftops. Sponsored by Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Contractor's Corner: Sumpter Solar Services
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In this episode of the Contractor's Corner podcast, Michigan residential installer Sumpter Solar Services talks about how the long-term ITC will temper the usual December installation rush, how a foundation of solar repair work has helped build a dedicated customer base and more. Sponsored by Scanifly.…
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Solar Spotlight: Curbing central inverter downtime with modular design
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In the past, a fault in a central inverter could mean significant power loss on a solar array. These inverters used in large-scale solar projects convert huge amounts of energy in a single unit. Inverter manufacturer Sungrow is addressing fault issues in central inverters by making their components modular and more approachable for repairs. Today, …
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Solar Spotlight: Understanding the carport market
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The solar carport market is expanding, meaning this high-profile racking is entering new territories. Canopies are viable structures for energy resiliency; they can deploy atop parking lots and commercial garages and are more frequently meeting financing requirements for power purchase agreements. We’re joined by Finn Findley, CEO, and Danny Kraft,…
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Contractor's Corner: Lightsource bp
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In this episode, Lightsource bp's VP of environmental affairs and government relations talks about the company's deep partnerships with local communities and farmers near the company's solar installations. Sponsored by American Wire Group and Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Managing whole home energy with SolarEdge
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As the residential market shifts from reliance on the greater electrical grid to self-generating energy sources like solar and storage, additional considerations will be necessary for energy load management. In this special edition of the Contractor’s Corner podcast, we’re joined by Magnus Asbo, senior director of technical marketing in North Ameri…
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In this episode, Solar Power World talks with B Corp residential and commercial installer SunCommon, "a solar company with a purpose beyond profit." Sponsored by Soltec and Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Smart concept and future of Dholera Smart City
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Since its introduction, the Dholera Smart City Endeavour has gained much attention and is recognised as our Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s most significant initiative.With the construction of India’s first smart city, the hopes of billions of Indians will soon come true, which is why the Dholera smart city plot price has been rising daily in light …
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Water flow started in 6KM long artificial river in Dholera SIR
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is catching the eye of investors not only in India but across the world. Dholera smart city plot price has been rising almost everyday because of the future potential of the project as more and more people are showing interest to buy properties in Dholera SIR both for residential as well as commercial purposes.…
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How is the Upcoming Semiconductor Plant in Gujarat Beneficial for Dholera?
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You could find that investing in Dholera SIR or buying land there would pay out handsomely in the long run. Because the price of residential projects in Dholera SIR is increasing daily, now is the ideal time to start investing in them so that you may gain afterwards. Read More Info : https://bit.ly/3RgqTNP…
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Contractor's Corner: New Energy Equity
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In this month's Contractor's Corner podcast, New Energy Equity talks about the new opportunities the Inflation Reduction Act brings for community solar developers. Sponsored by Soltec and Scanifly.Af Solar Power World
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Solar Spotlight: Racking that makes modules MLPE free
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In this episode of Solar Spotlight, we’re joined by Elie Rothschild, sales manager of Sollega, a racking manufacturer producing polymer-based supports for commercial rooftop and ground-mount solar projects. We discuss the latest developments at the company, including how Sollega’s racking can be used on projects without requiring module-level power…
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Solar Spotlight: The history and modern advantages of rail-less roof mounts
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In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner podcast, rooftop solar racking and attachment manufacturer Roof Tech shares product insights as a company that’s produced PV mounts for nearly 30 years. We’re joined by Mike Dunlap, general manager of Roof Tech, to talk about the company’s product offerings, where rail-less roof mounts are today and wh…
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Solar Spotlight: Adding solar installation to your construction repertoire
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In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner, we speak to commercial and residential solar contractor Motive Energy about the process of integrating solar construction services at a company level. Eli Edwards, general manager of Motive Energy, breaks down the process of adding solar construction and lays out how the company handles PV installatio…
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