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Inspired by the Ramit Sethi quote—“Spend extravagantly on the things you love, and cut costs mercilessly on the things you don't”—this episode dives into the heart of values-based spending. We're talking about how to ditch guilt, align your money with what truly matters to your family, and why it's okay to love what you love. Plus: how this mindset has helped our marriage and changed the way we spend in both big and small ways. Closing Liturgy / Prayer: God who gives generously, Teach us to love what we love without shame. Help us release what no longer serves— The obligations, the expectations, the guilt. Remind us that wisdom looks like alignment, Not approval. And may our money—our time, our resources, our yeses— Be spent with joy. On what matters. On what lasts. On what You love. Amen. If you love what we do and want more behind-the-scenes fun, bonus episodes, and exclusive content, join the walk in love. Podcast Membership today!

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We're celebrating 16 years of marriage with an honest conversation about how we've changed—and why that's actually a good thing. From big shifts in values to small daily habits, we're looking back at what's surprised us, what's helped us grow together instead of apart, and how our relationship has stayed both rooted and flexible. Plus: a few fun stories, some hard-won lessons, and encouragement for couples in any season. Closing Liturgy / Prayer: God who binds us in love, Thank you for the gift of change. For growing pains that draw us closer. For surprises that soften us. Help us not to fear the ways we evolve— But to embrace each other in every new season. Make our hearts tender, Our words gentle, Our laughter frequent. And when it's hard, Remind us: You are still with us. in year one, In year sixteen, In all the years to come. Amen. ____________ If you love what we do and want more behind-the-scenes fun, bonus episodes, and exclusive content, join the walk in love. Podcast Membership today!

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This episode is for anyone who feels like they're in a weird place—not quite here, not quite there. We're talking about the awkward in-between: when school isn't quite over, summer hasn't really started, and your rhythms feel like they're barely hanging on. We're unpacking why this part of the year can feel especially chaotic, how we're trying to reset without starting over, and why it's okay to not have it all figured out. If you're craving peace in the middle of the mess, you're not alone—and this one's for you. Closing Liturgy / Prayer: God of the in-between, When our days blur, our rhythms falter, and our minds race to the next season— Help us pause. Teach us to breathe in what is, not just long for what's next. Remind us that grace lives here, too: In the undone to-do lists. In the almosts and not-quites. May we find you not in perfection, But in presence. Not in control, But in connection. And may we walk gently, even here— In the middle of the middle. Amen. ____________ If you love what we do and want more behind-the-scenes fun, bonus episodes, and exclusive content, join the walk in love. Podcast Membership today!

In this episode of the walk in love. podcast, we're getting honest about the things we're currently saying no to—and why that matters more than ever. As the world speeds up with end-of-school chaos and summer busyness, we're choosing to slow down and make space for what really matters. From skipping gym days and perfectly clean houses to leaving texts unread a little longer, we're sharing the small and big “nos” we're leaning into as individuals, parents, and a family. We'll also talk about the powerful trade-offs behind every no, the social pressure that comes with setting boundaries, and how to know when a no is the right call. This episode is a gentle but clear reminder: every no is a yes to something else. What do you need to make room for? ✨ Includes: The “Should I Say No?” Mini Formula Encouragement for parents Scripture + quotes on saying no A peaceful liturgy for setting boundaries

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: Some initial entries into the playbook for shared prosperity. How inflation and economic instability is affecting pay-as-you-go financing in the off-grid solar market (08:40). And, why Tom Steyer see now as a buying opportunity for climate investors with dry powder to deploy (13:50).Relevant links:“Galvanize's Tom Steyer on why now is a good time for climate investors with cash (Q&A),” by David Bank“⁠Defaults on pay-as-you-go solar tick up with income pressure and financial literacy challenges⁠,” by Lucy NgigeContribute a strategy to the playbook through this short form

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: Some initial entries into the playbook for shared prosperity. How inflation and economic instability is affecting pay-as-you-go financing in the off-grid solar market (08:40). And, why Tom Steyer see now as a buying opportunity for climate investors with dry powder to deploy (13:50).Relevant links:“Galvanize's Tom Steyer on why now is a good time for climate investors with cash (Q&A),” by David Bank“⁠Defaults on pay-as-you-go solar tick up with income pressure and financial literacy challenges⁠,” by Lucy NgigeContribute a strategy to the playbook through this short form

In this week's episode, we ask the big (and slightly dramatic) question: Have we peaked? From trampoline injuries to pop culture gaps to the days when we could eat Chipotle at 10PM without consequence—we're reflecting on what used to come easy, what we're happy to leave behind, and what we hope to keep getting better at. Plus: 90s nostalgia, AIM away messages, reverse Google searches, and a closing liturgy for anyone wondering if the best days are behind them. (Spoiler: they're not.) If you love what we do and want more behind-the-scenes fun, bonus episodes, and exclusive content, join the walk in love. Podcast Membership today!

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Thank you for making us part of your week! Three ways to support the podcast: Text a friend about the podcast Shop from us for the last year - Shop here! Go Solar in PA - https://www.goingsolarinpa.com/ and/or tell someone about the oppurtunity. https://shop.walkinlove.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank you for making us part of your week! Three ways to support the podcast: Text a friend about the podcast Shop the Spring Collection for limited time only - Now through February 13! Shop here! Go Solar in PA - https://www.goingsolarinpa.com/ and/or tell someone about the oppurtunity. https://shop.walkinlove.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We have two incredibly inspiring stories that share a connection involving a Steintrike Wild One trike. First up we talk to John Gunterman. John is a US veteran who was injured in the middle east. He talks about his journey of recovery, how Steintrikes have played a part in it and how he now is dedicated to helping others ride to health. Setting goals is a large part of John's plan and his focus is now on climbing the notoriously difficult Mt. Washington next spring on a Wild One. Where this trike will come from takes us to our second story...Having set their own personal goal of promoting solar power and sustainability around the world, Megan and Polo created "The Green Journey". This young couple (an American woman and Frenchman) set out from Berkeley, California this summer on two electrified solar powered Steintrikes. They were attempting to become the first solar powered trikes to cross America. Along the way they met amazing people and shared their ideas on how to make the world a better place.00:00:00  Intro00:00:50  What's on Today's Show00:02:03  Panel Introduction00:04:00  Sponsor Introduction00:06:15  Honza with the Recumbent News00:13:20  US Vet to Climb Mt. Washington on a Steintrike00:50:30  The Green Journey-Solar Trikes Across America01:27:50  Sponsor Thanks01:30:40  Announcements01:32:15  Goodbye to panel and crewPlease subscribe to us on YouTube (https://goo.gl/CHOOgX) and Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/laidbackbikereport/) if you haven't already done so. Lot's more info and you can also buy a hat on our website: https://www.laidbackbikereport.com/.You can find our Cycle-Con 2024 YouTube Playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw5zeaLy6vulsttNtUboRbgaoW_97wlDNWe would love to have you as a Patreon Patron where you can support all we do for as little as $1/month. Check out how it works and the benefits you can reap here: https://www.patreon.com/laidbackbikereport*Thanks to these wonderful sponsors for making the LBR webcast possible*TerraCycle  https://t-cycle.com/  800-371-5871 or  +1-503-231-9798 (Outside N. America)Trailside Trikes  https://trailside.bike/  352-419-4809TerraTrike/Greenspeed https://wizwheelz.com/  800-945-9910Laidback Cycles https://laidbackcycles.com/   916-619-1003Connecticut Yankee Pedaller http://www.cypbikes.com/  641-774-5557Bicycle Man https://bicycleman.com/ 607-587-8835AZUB https://azub.eu/  RecumbentPDX https://recumbentpdx.com/  (503) 231-1000*Honza's News Report Links*--Recumbent News  https://www.recumbent.news/*Guest Links*John Gunterman  jgunterman@sterlingcollege.eduThe Green Journey (Megan and Polo)  Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/thegreenjourneyInstagram  Thegreen.journeyYouTube  Thegreen.journeyWebsite  https://thegreenjourney.org/*LBR Review Team Links**LBR Crew Links*-Recumbent News-online news website by Honza Galla  https://www.recumbent.news/-BentRider/Larry Varney  http://www.bentrideronline.com/-Doug Davis Bicycle Evolution  https://www.bicycle-evolution.com/-Nina Paley's Links-Nina's blog  https://blog.ninapaley.com/-Nina's bike merchandise  http://www.palegraylabs.com/other-stuff-1/protective-bicycle-amulet-Peter Stull  https://bicycleman.com/-Josef Janning  https://www.facebook.com/josef.janning-Tim Segard https://www.bentrevolution.com/-Tray Bourgoyne  Tray@netdoor.com**Viewer Submissions or Questions**Send to laidbackbikereport@gmail.comSupport the show

This Day in Legal History: Welfare ReformOn August 22, 1996, President Bill Clinton signed the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act into law, marking a significant overhaul of the American welfare system. This legislation introduced strict work requirements for welfare recipients, imposed a lifetime limit of five years on receiving benefits, and replaced federal welfare entitlements with block grants to states, allowing them to set their own eligibility criteria. While the act aimed to encourage self-sufficiency and reduce dependency on government aid, it also had profound and often harmful consequences. The law disproportionately affected low-income families, particularly single mothers, by forcing them into low-wage jobs without adequate support for child care or job training. The five-year cap on benefits led many to exhaust their aid without securing stable employment, pushing them deeper into poverty. Additionally, the block grant system gave states significant discretion, leading to disparities in welfare assistance across the country and often resulting in reduced support for the most vulnerable populations. While the act succeeded in reducing welfare rolls, it did so at the cost of increasing economic insecurity for many families, highlighting the complex and often punitive nature of welfare reform in America.Following the U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 ruling that banned affirmative action in college admissions, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) saw a significant drop in the racial and ethnic diversity of its incoming freshman class. The percentage of Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Pacific Islander students fell to 16% from 31% in previous years. In contrast, the proportion of Asian American students increased from 41% to 47%, while the percentage of white students remained stable.MIT President Sally Kornbluth acknowledged the decrease in diversity as a consequence of the court's decision and stated that despite the class's overall excellence, it lacks the broad racial and ethnic representation that the institution has historically aimed to achieve. MIT and other colleges have been revising their admissions strategies to comply with the ruling, but these efforts have not fully mitigated the impact on underrepresented minority groups. Moving forward, MIT plans to enhance its outreach, including better promotion of financial aid and expanding access to STEM education for younger students, in hopes of addressing the enrollment gaps.MIT's enrollment of Black, Latino students drops after Supreme Court affirmative action ban | ReutersMIT's Drop in Black Students Shows Fallout From Top Court Ruling (3)Fred Stone, a third-generation dairy farmer in Maine, had his livelihood devastated by PFAS contamination, commonly known as "forever chemicals," which rendered his farm's land unusable for agriculture. In response, Stone recently signed a 30-year contract with Walden Renewables to convert his polluted farmland into a solar energy site, marking a reluctant but necessary shift to survive financially. Maine has developed innovative strategies, including prioritizing PFAS-contaminated farms for renewable energy projects, to help affected farmers like Stone. The state aims to meet its renewable energy goals while offering a lifeline to farmers whose lands have been compromised by PFAS.Despite the solar option providing some relief, it's not the first choice for most farmers, who initially respond with grief and anger to the loss of their agricultural livelihoods. Moreover, only certain properties are suitable for solar energy, limiting the number of farmers who can benefit. While Maine's approach is seen as a potential model, more comprehensive solutions are needed at the federal level to address the widespread issue of PFAS contamination and its impact on farmers.Maine's Solar Incentive Helps Farms Spoiled by Forever ChemicalsLingo Telecom has agreed to pay a $1 million fine for transmitting AI-generated robocalls that falsely imitated President Joe Biden in an effort to dissuade New Hampshire voters during the Democratic primary election. The robocalls, orchestrated by political consultant Steve Kramer, used voice-cloning technology to spread disinformation. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) initially proposed a $2 million fine but settled at $1 million, requiring Lingo to implement stricter compliance with caller ID authentication rules.Kramer, who worked for Biden's challenger, U.S. Representative Dean Phillips, and admitted to paying for the calls, now faces additional charges and a proposed $6 million fine from the FCC. The incident has heightened concerns in Washington about the potential for AI-generated content to mislead voters in the upcoming elections. In response, the FCC has proposed new rules that would require political ads on broadcast radio and television to disclose the use of AI-generated content, although the agency lacks authority over internet and social media ads.Lingo Telecom agrees to $1 million fine over AI-generated Biden robocalls | Reuters This is a public episode. 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On the next Probably True Solar Stories, a feisty senior citizen is determined to haggle with a solar salesman to buy the solar system of her dreams. But her haggling plans fall through when an honest salesperson refuses to sell an installation at any price. Can they find the solar win-win?True Solar TakeawaysNot every home is a good fit for solar. The home may have too many trees or other obstacles that block the sun--and solar production. The home may need a new roof. The home's wiring or service panel may need an upgrade. A good installer will make an evaluation and let you know these things in advance of signing a contract.  You can always make these upgrades and go solar in the future. In general, solar installed on North-facing roofs will generate very little solar power, but in some areas, such as Southern California, it can make financial sense. However, for most of the U.S. and Europe, a South-facing roof is ideal. West and East are okay, and in some cases, may be better. If you live in Australia, a North-facing roof is great.Your solar installer should design the best system based on your roof and many factors. To find a good installer, get a referral from a friend who's already gone solar.Even with a friend's referral, always check out solar installer reviews on the internet. Yelp, Google Reviews, Angie's List, and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) will usually reveal the bad and good installers.After reading reviews and doing your homework, always get at least three quotes. You'll learn something about solar and your home's electricity usage with every quote.Beware of the installer's utility inflation rate when a proposal estimates your payback period and ROI. No one can predict utility rate inflation over the next 25 years. Just because your bill went up 10% for two years in a row does not mean it will go up 10% every year for the next 25 years.  You can find more buying tips on the internet. The most important thing is to get at least three quotes and compare them. If you're confused, ask the installer questions. If they get frustrated or pressure you to just sign without understanding the proposal, costs, and payback period, walk away. If you're not familiar with computers and the internet, find someone who is. Shopping for solar is complicated. You can't properly shop for a solar installer from ads in the Yellow Pages, no matter what special discounts are promised. If you can't go solar, your state may have community solar programs that allow you to go solar by "subscribing" to a large solar farm in your area. Search Google for "community solar in YOUR STATE" to learn about the available programs. Hope that helps!----- Visit ProbablyTrueSolar.com to sign up for the newsletter to learn about new episodes and live solar storytelling events. Support the show by visiting the merch store and buying a tee shirt! Learn how sponsors can be a part of Probably True Solar Stories and tell their own creative stories. Follow @SolarFred and/or @ProbTrueSolar on Twitter to discuss episodes Don't forget to: Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast streaming service Rate Review, and Share!

In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted and co-host, Russell Sturm, speak with Jesse Moore, CEO and Co-Founder at M-KOPA, the world leader of affordable "pay-as-you-go" financial services for low-income customers based in Africa. Since commercial launch in 2012, M-KOPA has connected, provided, and served over 3 million customers to affordable off-grid distributed solar systems and connectivity solutions, including lighting, charging, radio, TVs, fridges, and smartphones. Russell starts with his introduction, exploring and explaining the impressive evolution of the off-grid solar industry over the past fifteen years, which has emerged for the first time to provide power to 2 billion people who do not have access to reliable and modern energy. He then introduces Jesse to the conversation, and describes M-KOPA as a sustainable and profitable company which continues to innovate for the financially excluded.Ted and Jesse then dive into his works, first discussing his background, originally from Toronto, Canada. He holds an MBA from Oxford University (Skoll Scholar) and a BA from the University of North Carolina (Morehead Scholar). Early in his career, with a desire to drive social impact, Jesse worked with the international development charity CARE. His work then transitioned from a strictly humanitarian focus to enterprise solutions, spurred specifically by an interest in advancing cellular connectivity in Africa via M-PESA, a virtual payment service launched by Vodafone and Safaricom in 2007. M-PESA offered a playbook for what would become M-KOPA, which was founded in 2010 with an idea of combining the power of digital micropayments with GSM connectivity to make life-enhancing assets more accessible. Jesse has since overseen the company's growth from startup to over 2,000 employees and 20,000 sales agents. M-KOPA currently has offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana, UK and Hong Kong. The company has received numerous awards for its innovation, impact and scale: including winning the prestigious Zayed Future Energy Prize, making the coveted MIT Technology Review 50 Smartest Companies list, and being listed by Fortune Magazine as one of the Top 50 Companies Changing the World. Investors in M-KOPA include Generation Investment Management, CDC Group and Standard Bank, as well as esteemed entrepreneurs such as Virgin Founder Sir Richard Branson and AOL founder Steve Case.As a leader in empowering homes and small businesses through connected technology, Jesse is representative of an industry of entrepreneurs that sees the only way to address these fundamental problems within commercial markets at scale is with companies that are responsive to customer needs instead of donor biases, and are able to innovate, drive prices down, and continuously provide products that people need.

Living in one of the sunniest places on earth, going solar is a pretty appealing way to decarbonise. But what are the considerations for you as a business? And is it possible to make the switch to solar panels without costing you a lot of money? Today we explore the transition to solar energy with Josh Bower from AGL. Together, we discuss how to decide what system is right for your business, the incentives out there right now, things you should know before installing and what goes into best-practice maintenance. Plus, hear from the team at The Salvation Army on their original motivation for installing solar and what inspires them to continue down their path to decarbonisation. This episode is hosted by Taylor Hawkins and presented by AGL. Visit the podcast website for more information including episode transcript: https://www.agl.com.au/netzeropathforbusinessLearn more about the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme: https://bit.ly/3xP0fr6 Learn more about the Large-scale Renewable Energy Target: https://bit.ly/3W1eGlZ Check out all the Australian government incentives available: https://bit.ly/443oXQP Produced by The Peers Project. Visit thepeersproject.com to learn more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Governor Lamont encourages more Connecticut schools to install solar panels. New York state can now sue Nassau over a ban on transgender women playing on women's sports teams. Thousands of UConn basketball fans showed up in Hartford to celebrate the Huskies' big win. Absenteeism rates in Long Island schools have not bounced back since COVID. And an analysis finds Connecticut's red flag laws are used differently throughout the state.

Hear Bill and Gloria's interview with their friend and new Solar-Fit customer, Mr. Bill Woods. Bill and his wife Jana live in Latitude Margaritaville, a super cool development here in Daytona Beach that has a laid-back island theme...and all the amenities that you could ever want. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Bill and Jana discovered the beauty of our community and decided that this was the place to call home. It wasn't long before our sunny weather and the increasing cost of electricity inspired them to research the potential of Solar-Fitting their home. Solar was the ideal solution for them and soon they will be powered by the sun!During the interview, Bill Woods shared information about his career in logistics and his knowledge of over the road trucking. We knew that he would enjoy having a die-cast model of Daniel Dye's NASCAR Craftsman Series race truck. Thank you, Bill, for stopping by our office-studio for the interview and for allowing us to help you and Jana with your energy needs.Bulletin: In just a few short days, our hometown driver, Daniel Dye will be racing at our hometown track, Daytona International Speedway. He will be carrying the message of the Race to Stop Suicide on his number 43 Chevy Silverado. Please join us at the track, or on TV, to help support this very important cause and to cheer Daniel on to victory. Support the show

Roughly a quarter of California's carbon emissions come from our buildings and the energy that powers them. And we need to cut those emissions down to next to nothing to avoid the scary effects of climate change. Making a home green is pretty easy if you start from scratch. But it gets a whole lot harder when it comes to converting the millions of homes in California that already exist. The ones where most of us live. Climate reporter Laura Klivans takes us to East Oakland, where one city block is taking a revolutionary approach to reducing their emissions: by electrifying together, all at once. This story comes to us from KQED's podcast Sold Out: Rethinking Housing In America. And it's been just over a year since the mass shooting at two mushroom farms in Half Moon Bay killed seven farmworkers, all of whom were immigrants from China and Mexico. One nonprofit has been providing survivors and the farmworker community with mental health support including a music therapy class. KQED's Blanca Torres brings us this story.

On the next Probably True Solar Stories, twenty homes on the same cul de sac decide to go solar on the day after a Halloween night blackout. It's a simple story, but when a young reporter looks into it, he gets the Halloween scoop of his short lifetime.True Solar TakeawaysGoing solar is "contagious." That is, several studies have shown that when one person in a neighborhood goes solar, nearby homes follow.Blackouts often happen during a heatwave when energy-intensive air conditioning overwhelms the grid.In 2023, most solar homes need to add batteries to be cost-effective and to get a payback in 7 to 10 years.Whole-home backup is expensive and rare. Most of the time, solar + storage systems are tied to batteries with a critical loads panel. This critical loads subpanel will automatically switch on when there's a blackout. This panel is designed to keep on lights, the internet, the refrigerator, and other critical loads during a grid outage.When switching from off-grid to on-grid power--or visa-versa-- there may be a brief interruption of service. Most of the time, the switch is seamless.Turning on air conditioning, EV charging, and other high-intensity appliances will quickly drain a home battery's capacity. That's why air conditioners are rarely included in the critical loads panel. Listen to last year's Halloween story called, "We didn't know our solar house was haunted until we got a text from the ghost. Visit ProbablyTrueSolar.com to sign up for the newsletter to learn about new episodes and live solar storytelling events. Support the show by visiting the merch store and buying a tee shirt! Learn how sponsors can be a part of Probably True Solar Stories and tell their own creative stories. Follow @SolarFred and/or @ProbTrueSolar on Twitter to discuss episodes Don't forget to: Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast streaming service Rate Review, and Share!

Solar United Neighbors, a nonprofit organization working to represent the needs and interests of solar owners and supporters, has launched a solar co-op in Metro Richmond. The Metro Richmond 2023 Solar & EV Charger Co-op is free to join and open to homeowners and business owners from the city of Richmond and counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, and beyond. Partnering with the co-op are The City of Richmond, Henrico County Energy Management, Viridiant, and Norfolk Solar.  Together, co-op members will learn about solar energy and leverage their numbers to purchase individual solar systems at a competitive price and top quality. After...Article LinkSupport the show

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In the times we are living everything is changing by the minute we need some wisdom to prepare for the future. We need the expert that is focused in serving the community not themselves. When we have changes it is pretty difficult to tweek the way we to things just because we are accustomed. Yes, my friend we need help in making decisions that will benefit our families in the long run. As you listen to this podcast take note and affirm yourself in your own investigation what is good for you, I believe the time to act is now. Listen and follow Marcos Ramirez in Facebook and Instagram @marcostaxout For your solar at home all in 29 states go to @MG Solar Pro @toppower.solar --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monicago/message

“So it is one of the most effective things you can do as a homeowner to make a difference to the world with respect to climate is by going solar.  So please do not delay because our planet can,  well, our planet will be fine, we'll just be dead. We need to make a difference if we want to make this planet a planet where our children and grandchildren are going to be able to enjoy.  So make that decision now to go solar. It's not only a great decision from a cost effective perspective, but your grandchildren and their children are going to thank you for the decision you make today.”  - Carol Cole-Lewis An independent solar consultant Carol Cole-Lewis and Izumi explored various aspects of solar energy and incentives for homeowners including the transition from Net Energy Metering 2 (NEM2) to a new net energy metering rate plan (NEM3) in California and the importance of battery storage. Carol advises homeowners to choose a reputable installer based on factors such as experience and financial stability. Topics also discussed were the different business models of solar installers and the importance of energy efficiency before going solar. Carol emphasizes the potential benefits of various financing options, including loans, leases, and power purchase agreements. The conversation also touched on tax credits and incentives per Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and the importance of taking action to combat global warming.  UpstartEnergy.com Go Solar with Confidence, a book by Carol Cole-Lewis DSIREUSA.ORG - Check available incentives Project Drawdown

Julie Roth of Ann Arbor organized a get-together about solar panels. She ended up launching a community solar program called Ann Arbor Solarize. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/  

They're more likely to listen to people they trust. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/  

In this episode of Probably True Solar Stories, a feisty senior citizen is determined to haggle with a solar salesman to buy the solar system of her dreams. But her haggling plans fall through when an honest salesperson refuses to sell an installation at any price. Can they find the solar win-win?True Solar TakeawaysNot every home is a good fit for solar. The home may have too many trees or other obstacles that block the sun--and solar production. The home may need a new roof. The home's wiring or service panel may need an upgrade. A good installer will make an evaluation and let you know these things in advance of signing a contract.  You can always make these upgrades and go solar in the future. Solar installed on North-facing roofs will generate very little solar power...unless you live in Australia. Then it's perfect. For the U.S. and Europe, a South-facing roof is ideal. West and East are okay, and in some cases, may be better. Your solar installer should design the best system based on your roof and many factors.   To find a good installer, get a referral from a friend who's already gone solar.Even with a friend's referral, always check out solar installer reviews on the internet. Yelp, Google Reviews, Angie's List, and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) will usually reveal the bad and good installers.After reading reviews and doing your homework, always get at least three quotes. You'll learn something about solar and your home's electricity usage with every quote.Beware of the installer's utility inflation rate when a proposal estimates your payback period and ROI. No one can predict utility rate inflation over the next 25 years. Just because your bill went up 10% for two years in a row does not mean it will go up 10% every year for the next 25 years.  You can find more buying tips on the internet. The most important thing is to get at least three quotes and compare them. If you're confused, ask the installer questions. If they get frustrated or pressure you to just sign without understanding the proposal, costs, and payback period, walk away. If you're not familiar with computers and the internet, find someone who is. Shopping for solar is complicated. You can't properly shop for a solar installer from ads in the yellow pages, no matter what special discounts are promised. If you can't go solar, your state may have community solar programs that allow you to go solar by "subscribing" to a large solar farm in your area. Search Google for "community solar in YOUR STATE" to learn about the available programs. Hope that helps! Visit ProbablyTrueSolar.com to sign up for the newsletter to learn about new episodes and live solar storytelling events. Support the show by visiting the merch store and buying a tee shirt! Learn how sponsors can be a part of Probably True Solar Stories and tell their own creative stories. Follow @SolarFred and/or @ProbTrueSolar on Twitter to discuss episodes Don't forget to: Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast streaming service Rate Review, and Share!

In this webinar we were lucky to be joined by Mike Condon and Matt Schuler to walk us through how to go solar! Mike and Matt both work at EnergySage which really is second-to-none when it comes to making the solar process easier, more transparent, and much cheaper for homeowners and renters alike in the US thanks to their free online marketplace and free unbiased energy advisors who are there to help you every step of the way.See if solar is a good fit for you with the EnergySage calculator here and start getting free quotes! https://www.energysage.com/p/crowdsourcingsustainability/ Timeline0:00 Intro2:45 Where does the residential solar industry stand in the US?7:15 EnergySage: Mission & what they do to help people10:54 What it's like using EnergySage's online solar marketplace19:00 How does someone determine what the right solar option is for them?23:50 Community solar: what states it's available in & other useful info30:05 Best practices & key things to consider in going solar33:00 Vetting solar installers  36:25 Most common hurdles people face and how to overcome them39:45 Q&A on energy storage, range of panel options in quotes, solar roofing, do you still get power if grid goes down?, calculating future electricity needed for EVs52:35 Final thoughts & calls to actionCrowdsourcing Sustainability links:Sign up for the Crowdsourcing Sustainability newsletter! https://crowdsourcing-sustainability.ck.page/c34a46ed01Website: https://crowdsourcingsustainability.orgCrowdsourcing Sustainability is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider supporting us so we can keep helping to educate and empower more people on climate action! https://crowdsourcingsustainability.org/donateAnd a huge thank you to our volunteer, Diego Rentsch for editing!!Support the show

For many years it was mostly keeners going solar. But solar is now 10 times cheaper than 20 years ago and the cheapest way to generate electricity, but what will it cost for you to go solar? We look at the cost of going solar in Alberta and discovered a few surprises. Green Energy Futures CKUA Radio Video Podcast https://www.greenenergyfutures.ca/episode/time-to-go-solar

If you have paid an electricity bill lately you know the struggle it has become! No longer has electricity been something a family can budget for with any confidence. There is an alternative! In this episode of Local Leaders the Podcast Jim Chapman sits down with the owners of J-Co Solar to discuss Solar Panels and new state of the art battery systems that can take the sting out of powering your home and keep you running! #SolarPower #ElonMusk #JCoSolar #Podcast #Localleaderspodcast J-Co Solar on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jcosolar J-Co Solar on the Web: https://www.jcosolar.com/ LOCAL LEADERS THE PODCAST LINKS: Our Website: https://www.LocalLeadersThePodcast.com Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LocalLeadersPodcast Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localleaderspodcast/ THANK YOU TO THESE LOCAL BUSINESSES FOR THE SUPPORT! BJ Pawn https://www.BJPawn.net SR Enterprise Painting https://www.facebook.com/SR-Enterprise-848358978571390 William Waldrep TWFG https://agentpages.twfg.com/williamwaldrep/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/localleadersthepodcast/support

Welcome to the latest episode of Solar Outsiders. In this episode, we have our regular guest, Solar Wholesale guru, Lewis of Go Solar fill us in on Jinko's latest solar offerings and Leapton Solar, and his predictions for the next few months ahead. We also have a special guest on the show, Professor Olle Johansson from Sweden.https://queenslandsolarandlighting.com/alan-kemp-presents-solar-outsiders-episode-7-jinko-solar-batteries-leapton-solar-panels-emf-activity-in-the-renewable-energy-world/Olle Johansson joins us to talk about his studies on EMF Radiation, and how humans live alongside it.Olle answers our questions in regards to this new renewable energy and Climate Change. Is this new and improved world becoming increasingly dangerous and impossible to live healthily in?Olle's question he and many others in the world would like answered: "In the future, are your kids going to eat the monetary bills you today don't want to give to research...?"

Solar coops bridge the partisan divide, raising panels on rooftops and building a broad movement to transform our energy system. Solar United Neighbors provides the technical know how, community groups do the organizing, and together they're removing the practical and political barriers to a clean energy transition. It's a movement which brings together conservatives and progressives and they're winning battles against powerful utilities.  

Happy 150th Arbor Day, America! Plus Solar Roadways approved in US & Canada. Meet Launch Alaska, and Wynn Resorts go solar. Oh, and happy International Zoo Day, too!

A project manager for a solar company successfully pushed for this change in Philadelphia. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

You need to watch video on Spotify for explanation. Solar is much more affordable than your utility company for several reasons. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tyler-griffith5/message

Down to Earth: Tucson, Episode 55, The sun shines in Tucson, Arizona more days out of the year than not, thus providing the community grand opportunities to participate in generating renewable energy. If you are a customer of Tucson Electric Power, you are in a great position to go solar! Join us for a very […]

Solar-energy technology continues to advance in ways that can greatly benefit homeowners. Solar panels sold today cost less than those available just five or six years ago, plus they produce more electricity. These efficiency gains mean most families can install fairly small projects to cover all their electricity needs. However, solar projects still come with hefty upfront price tags. In this episode, we'll discuss the options and look at how much you can really save by going solar. Plus, we have tips on how to find a good installer and ways to pay for a solar project. Read Checkbook's full report on solar energy contractors, plus see our ratings.

In this episode, we talk to The Wholesale Pestasaurus Rex, Lewis from Go Solar who is actually not trying to sell us 3 Growatt inverters for the price of 1 Fronius, but letting us know what potential strife the industry could be in coming up with the Inverters needing to be approved before December 18. We also take serious feedback from a sale that we caused a customer to be unhappy with us.