Bedste Clean Power-podcasts (2024)

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Sun'Agri: Bringing European Agrivoltaic Innovation to the US | EP231 26:29

5d ago26:29

26:29

In this fascinating episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Chuck Schwartz, head of business development at Sun'Agri, to explore the cutting-edge world of agrivoltaics. Chuck shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, ultimately leading him to the forefront of solar technology in agriculture. The conversation…

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Agrivoltaics: Progress and Potential with Jordan Macknick, NREL | EP230 27:33

12d ago27:33

27:33

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Jordan Macknick, a senior researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), to explore the fascinating world of agrivoltaics. With over a decade of experience in the field, Macknick offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of solar energy and agriculture, shedd…

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Robotic Solar Farm Vegetation Management with Tim Lichti | EP229 18:50

19d ago18:50

18:50

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Tim Lichti, founder and CEO of Swap Robotics, to discuss innovative solar farm vegetation management solutions. Lichti shares insights into how his company is tackling one of the most significant ongoing expenses in solar farm operations - vegetation control. Swap Robotics has dev…

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Monetizing Solar Tax Credits: Opportunities in the DG Space with John Carson |EP228 27:19

24d ago27:19

27:19

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with John Carson, managing partner at Armagh Capital, to explore the world of tax credit finance for distributed generation solar projects. John shares his expertise on how companies can monetize solar tax credits, particularly focusing on projects ranging from 0.5 to 40 megawatts…

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Dual-Use Solar: Exploring the Synergy of Crops and Clean Energy | EP227 29:30

26d ago29:30

29:30

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Greg Barron-Gafford, a professor at the University of Arizona and a pioneer in the field of agrivoltaics. Recorded at the Solar Farm Summit, this conversation dives deep into the exciting world of dual-use solar, where crops and solar panels coexist in mutually beneficial arrangem…

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Agrivoltaics and Community-Centric Solar with Iain Ward |EP226 38:57

1M ago38:57

38:57

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Iain Ward, founder of Solar Agricultural Services (SolAg), to explore the exciting world of agrivoltaics - the practice of combining solar energy production with agriculture. Ward, with his background in conservation planning and environmental science, shares insights on how the s…

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Rapid Shutdown, Large Modules, and Storage: Trends Shaping C&I Solar with Steve Schwerd | EP225 40:30

1M ago40:30

40:30

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour host Tim Montague sits down with Steve Schwerd of Schwerd Consulting to discuss the state of commercial, industrial, and small-scale utility solar and storage engineering. Steve shares his journey from electrical engineer to solar industry expert, highlighting the evolution of sustainable design and the growi…

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Exploring Agrivoltaics with American Farmland Trust | EP224 34:49

1M ago34:49

34:49

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Ethan Winter and Austin Kinzer from American Farmland Trust (AFT) to explore the world of agrivoltaics. We discuss AFT's "Smart Solar" program, which aims to balance the acceleration of clean energy with the preservation of thriving farms. We explore the challenges and opport…

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How Perovskite Technology is Reshaping the Solar Industry with Scott Graybeal | EP223 34:18

1M ago34:18

34:18

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Scott Graybeal, CEO of Caelux, to explore the exciting world of perovskite solar technology. Graybeal reveals how his company is on the cusp of revolutionizing the solar industry with their innovative perovskite-based coatings for traditional solar panels. Graybeal dispels the myt…

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Agrivoltaics is Transforming Solar Development with Lucy Bullock-Sieger | EP222 32:33

1M ago32:33

32:33

Agrivoltaics may be the biggest innovation in solar since the invention of the solar tracker. Today on the Clean Power Hour, we dive into the future of solar and farming with Lucy Bullock-Sieger, Vice President of Strategy at Lightstar Renewables. Discover how agrivoltaics is revolutionizing the solar industry and helping rural communities realize …

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Building the Solar Workforce: Union Labor's Role in the Energy Transition | EP221 36:10

2M ago36:10

36:10

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Dane Simpson, Director of LECET (Laborers' and Employers' Cooperation and Education Trust), to explore the vital role of labor unions in constructing the gigawatts of solar needed for the energy transition. Dane elucidates how organizations like LECET and LIUNA (Laborers' Int…

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Solar Sheep: The Future of Sustainable Vegetation Control in Renewable Energy | EP220 16:49

2M ago16:49

16:49

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews JR Howard, owner of Texas Solar Sheep, about the growing industry of solar grazing. JR shares his journey into solar grazing, which began three years ago when a friend recommended exploring this unique intersection of agriculture and renewable energy. From a small pilot project, …

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Navigating the Clean Energy Transition: Insights from Clean Capital's Thomas Byrne | EP219 37:14

2M ago37:14

37:14

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Thomas Byrne, CEO and co-founder of Clean Capital, to discuss the evolving landscape of clean energy investment and development. Byrne shares insights from his journey in the industry, from his beginnings as a project finance lawyer to founding Clean Capital in 2016. The conv…

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Grid-Enhancing Technologies with Alexina Jackson, AES | EP218 48:44

2M ago48:44

48:44

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Alexina Jackson, Vice President of Strategic Development at AES, to discuss the future of the electrical grid and the implementation of grid-enhancing technologies (GETs). Alexina shares her insights on the transformation of the grid from an analog system to a more digital, d…

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Revolutionizing the Grid: Smart Technology and Energy Storage Solutions with Dr. Zhehan Yi | EP217 41:55

2M ago41:55

41:55

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague welcomes Dr. Zhehan Yi, Utility and ESS Product Solutions Director at CPS America, for an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge utility-scale energy storage solutions. Dr. Yi shares his journey from electrical engineering to becoming a key player in the renewable energy sector, offering uniq…

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Owning the Customer Experience with Sunvoy's Joe Marhamati | EP216 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Joe Marhamati, co-founder of Sunvoy, a customer relationship management and system monitoring platform for solar installers. Joe discusses his background working at the Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office during the early days of utility-scale solar development in the U.S. He …

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Crops, Critters and Conservation: The Solar Farm Summit with Dan French | EP215 23:26

3M ago23:26

23:26

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Dan French, the founder of the Solar Farm Summit, an event dedicated to promoting and advancing agrivoltaic solar (also known as dual-use solar or solar grazing). Dan shares his background, starting from his work as an attorney for BP Oil, then making his mark in brownfield solar deve…

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Insuring the Solar Revolution: Managing Risks in a Changing Climate with Hunter Johnson | EP214 41:20

3M ago41:20

41:20

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Hunter Johnson, Vice President of Alliant Insurance, about the crucial role of insurance in the solar industry and how climate change is impacting the way insurance companies assess and underwrite solar projects. The discussion covers various factors that solar installers, developers,…

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Deep Geothermal and the Energy Transition with Sebastian Heitmann, Extantia | EP213 51:53

3M ago51:53

51:53

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Sebastian Heitmann, the co-founder of the venture capital firm Extantia. The discussion covered a wide range of topics related to the energy transition and decarbonization efforts. Sebastian shared his journey from the early days of investing in clean tech 1.0, which primarily fo…

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Transforming Homes Into Smart Powerhouses, Kelly Warner, Lumin | EP212 39:00

3M ago39:00

39:00

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Kelly Warner, CEO of Lumin (or Lumin Smart), a company that produces smart electrical panels for load management and electrification. Kelly shares his extensive background in the energy industry, spanning roles in consulting and running technology companies focused on areas like …

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Attract and retain top talent in the solar industry with CPS America and EnergeiaWorks | EP211 1:02:39

4M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague brings together a panel of experts from CPS America and EnergeiaWorks to discuss proven tactics for talent acquisition and retention in the rapidly growing solar sector. The discussion kicks off with insightful introductions from the panelists, including John Drummond, senior applications e…

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Landfill Solar: Community Solar Success Story with Scott Tess, City of Urbana, IL | EP210 42:30

4M ago42:30

42:30

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague is joined by Scott Tess, the Sustainability and Resilience Officer for the City of Urbana, Illinois. They discuss the 5.3 megawatt community solar project that was developed on the city’s closed municipal solid waste landfill in Urbana Illinois in Central Illinois (home of the University of…

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Designing & Optimizing Complex Microgrids - Beyond Solar & Storage with Adib Nasle | EP209 44:52

4M ago44:52

44:52

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Adib Nasle, the co-founder and CEO of Xendee, a company that provides a software platform to design and optimize complex on-site energy systems. The discussion revolves around Xendee's unique approach to addressing the complexities and uncertainties associated with distributed energy …

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Let the Sun Shine In: How Churches and Colleges Can Save with Solar with Austin Carr and Jim Keeling | EP208 1:03:42

4M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague hosts a special live webinar with Austin Carr, founder and president of Greenlink Energy Solutions, and Jim Keeling, a business attorney and partner at Hinshaw law, both based in Rockford, Illinois. They discuss the opportunities and challenges of behind-the-meter solar PV installations for chur…

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The Promises and Perils of the Hydrogen Economy with Peter Kelly-Detwiler | EP207 47:00

4M ago47:00

47:00

The hydrogen economy is all the rage, with billions in government funding and skyrocketing private investment. But should we buy into the hype? Energy and utility guru Peter Kelly-Detwiler joins Tim Montague to separate fact from fiction about the promises and perils of the hydrogen economy. They discuss the existing hydrogen economy, which is larg…

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The Future of Community Solar: Expanding Models, Markets and Scale with Nate Owen of Ampion | EP206 47:15

4M ago47:15

47:15

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague talks with Nate Owen, founder and CEO of Ampion, about the evolution and future of community solar. Key topics and takeaways include: - How community solar is moving beyond its roots in state-specific programs to more flexible models that can scale rapidly. Nate discusses "Community Solar 2…

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Nevados, the Solar Tracker That Adapts to Any Terrain with Yezin Taha | EP205 44:53

5M ago44:53

44:53

Solar trackers have swept the utility-scale solar industry in recent years, with single-axis trackers now deployed on a staggering 94% of large-scale projects. While a few big names dominate the tracker market, one company - Nevados Solar - has carved out a distinct niche with its unique all-terrain tracking technology. In this episode, host Tim Mo…

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Advancements in String Inverter Technology with John Drummond, CPS America | EP204 53:37

5M ago53:37

53:37

The solar industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with string inverters playing a pivotal role in this evolution. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with John Drummond, the Senior Applications Engineer at CPS America, to explore the advancements in string inverter technology and how…

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How Community Solar is Spreading Across the US with Aviv Shalgi, Solar Simplified | EP203 55:43

5M ago55:43

55:43

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Aviv Shalgi, CEO and co-founder of Solar Simplified, to discuss the growing and important niche of community solar. Aviv shares his journey into entrepreneurship, starting in the advertising industry before finding his passion in the energy transition. He explains how Solar S…

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Ruggedized Portable Battery Power for Construction with Francois Byrne, Hybrid Power Solutions | EP202 41:51

5M ago41:51

41:51

In this episode, Tim Montague sits down with Francois Byrne, CEO of Hybrid Power Solutions, to discuss the company's innovative approach to decarbonizing mobile power and construction. Francois shares his journey from working on hybrid race cars to developing cutting-edge battery and solar hybrid systems that eliminate the need for diesel generator…

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Wattch: Revolutionizing Solar Monitoring and Asset Management | EP201 41:58

6M ago41:58

41:58

In this episode of The Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Alex Nussey, co-founder and CEO of Wattch, a cutting-edge solar monitoring and asset management platform trusted by top installers, developers, and utilities. Nussey shares the origin story of Wattch, which began as a college project building IV curve testers for a solar car raci…

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Innovating Solar and Storage: CPS America's Brian Baxter on the Rise of String Inverters | EP200 32:09

6M ago32:09

32:09

In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague is joined by Brian Baxter, Director of Sales East at CPS America, to discuss the rapid evolution of the solar and storage industry. As string inverter technologies gain traction in the utility-scale segment, CPS America is at the forefront of this trend with their innovative three-phase str…

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Brownfields to Brightfields - Turning Landfills into Clean Energy Assets with Annika Colston | EP199 44:17

6M ago44:17

44:17

America's thousands of closed landfills represent a massive untapped opportunity to generate clean solar power. These unused brownfield sites, which are often seen as burdens on their local communities, have the potential to be transformed into renewable energy assets that provide a range of benefits. In this episode, Tim Montague explores the poss…

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Accelerating Solar Project Development by Streamlining Land Title Processes | EP198 1:02:03

6M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

In this expert panel webinar, Tim Montague hosts Monroe Jett, CEO and founder of Title Leader, and Mike Koehler, Director of Solar Development at Azimuth Renewables, to discuss how solar developers can accelerate project timelines and boost ROI by modernizing the often overlooked bottleneck of land title search and management. Key discussion points…

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Unlocking the Potential of Solar + Storage with Industry Veteran, Ryan Mayfield | EP197 48:04

6M ago48:04

48:04

The solar industry has come a long way since its early days of small off-grid systems. With utility-scale solar farms now measured in the 100s of megawatts, grid penetration rising fast, and batteries no longer a novelty but a necessity, there's a world of knowledge required to be successful in solar + BESS. To help make sense of the current solar …

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C&I SOLAR PPAs Best Practices & Success Stories Webinar w Nick Perugini and Marc Palmer 1:05:07

6M ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Solar PPAs are a popular way to finance commercial solar projects, but the process remains nebulous to many installers and developers. In this illuminating webinar, host Tim Montague gets candid insights from two solar financing experts - Marc Palmer of Conductor Solar and Nick Perugini of Solaris Energy. With decades of combined experience structu…

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Heatspring: Online Learning for Solar and Sustainability with Brian Hayden | EP196 42:06

6M ago42:06

42:06

Imagine a world where anyone, from a 10-year-old child to a seasoned professional, can access top-notch training in clean energy technologies like solar, batteries, and energy efficiency – all from the comfort of their living room. That's the vision behind Heatspring, an online learning platform co-founded by Brian Hayden back in 2007. In this epis…

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Clean Power Hour LIVE Feb 23, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim Montague 1:00:30

7M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Stay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safe…

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Unlocking the Value Stack of Solar + Storage in PJM with David Braun | EP195 41:19

7M ago41:19

41:19

Earn, save, protect - energy storage is revolutionizing the way we think about and utilize electricity. Batteries are no longer just backup power sources - they have become assets capable of providing a multitude of services to the grid and customers. Earn - you can turn a battery into a cash machine by providing ‘ancillary services’ to the grid op…

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Electrifying Everything with Solar and Energy Efficiency with Austin Carr, Greenlink Energy Solutions | EP194 45:54

7M ago45:54

45:54

Austin Carr, founder of Greenlink Energy Solutions, joins us to discuss his journey from military service to clean energy entrepreneur. We cover electrifying homes and buildings in a 360-degree approach - improving energy efficiency, upgrading mechanical systems, and adding solar and storage. Solar installers take note - this is the future of the s…

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Creating a Customer-Centric Organization in Technology Sales | Kelly Shamblen, CPS | EP193 32:09

7M ago32:09

32:09

The solar industry is rapidly evolving, with new technologies and mounting competition forcing companies to adapt or be left behind. On this week's Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Kelly Shamblen, Regional Sales Manager West for Chint Power Systems (CPS America), the leading three-phase string inverter manufacturer in North America. Ke…

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Streamlining Title Workflows for Clean Energy Projects with Monroe Jett | EP192 40:22

7M ago40:22

40:22

Solar developers know that securing site control is mission-critical. But painstaking manual title search processes bog down developers every day, wasting valuable time across dozens of projects. What if you could centralize and streamline title management, gain visibility into individual workloads, and never miss a beat when team members are out? …

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Solar Finance for C&I and Community Solar with Marc Palmer, Conductor Solar | EP191 41:17

7M ago41:17

41:17

In this episode, Tim Montague interviews Marc Palmer, CEO and Co-Founder of Conductor Solar, a platform that aims to accelerate commercial and community solar deals by connecting solar developers and investors to streamline project financing. Marc is a repeat guest on the show and one of the nicest people in solar. He cut his teeth on the solar ind…

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Growing the Illinois Solar Market with Michelle Knox, WindSolarUSA | EP190 17:44

7M ago17:44

17:44

The solar industry in Illinois has come a long way over the past decade, but its continued growth relies on overcoming legislative and regulatory challenges. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Michelle Knox, owner of Wind Solar USA and former Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA) board member, about the organization…

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ITC Tax Credit Marketplace with Erik Underwood and Derek Silverman of Basis Climate | EP189 41:31

7M ago41:31

41:31

The Inflation Reduction Act has supercharged clean energy investment in the US through generous tax credits for renewable energy projects. But monetizing those credits can be cumbersome, especially for smaller project developers. My guests today are working to change that. In this episode of The Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague speaks with Erik Under…

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Why Illinois is a Solar Market to Watch with Lewis Butler, Nelnet Renewable Energy | EP188 26:20

8M ago26:20

26:20

The solar industry is constantly evolving. With new technologies, regulations, and business models emerging every year, it can be challenging for solar companies to keep up. That's where joining your state's solar energy association can make all the difference. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Lewis Butler, head of s…

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Navigating IRA Incentives and Rebates with Jamie Skaar | EP187 39:50

8M ago39:50

39:50

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 provides major incentives and tax credits to accelerate the clean energy transition in the United States. But how can solar, storage, and electrification companies take advantage of the IRA? In this episode, Tim Montague talks with Jamie Skaar, founder and CEO of Luna Energy, about the opportunities and challenge…

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Solar Coaster in Hawaii with Josh Porter and Jason Verkaart | EP186 53:09

8M ago53:09

53:09

Hawaii is a living laboratory for the future of solar, storage, EVs, and grid innovation. Today on The Clean Power Hour, hosts Josh Porter and Jason Verkaart of the SolarCoaster podcast join Tim Montague and share their in-depth knowledge of Hawaii's clean energy landscape. Josh and Jason explain how Hawaii's high electricity rates, plentiful solar…

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The Role of the Illinois Solar Energy Association in Growing the State's Clean Energy Industry with Lisa Albrecht | EP185 23:12

8M ago23:12

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Just a decade ago, solar installation costs were a whopping $15 per watt. Today, prices have plunged below $3 per watt, thanks to the cost adoption curve. Illinois is now a top 10 solar state. But the meteoric growth didn't happen by chance. Behind the scenes, the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA) has been working for years to clear obstacle…

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Clean Power Hour LIVE January 4, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim Montague 59:06

8M ago59:06

59:06

Stay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safe…

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