Podcasts about rooftop solar

Solar guru Finn Peacock joined Nightlife and revealed how more than 3.6 million Australian households have taken control of their power bills by putting solar panels on their rooftops.

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In this episode, explore the volunteer efforts of NREL employees and how they're making a tangible impact on their communities while advancing the lab's mission of a renewable energy future. Hear from Education, Stewardship, and Community Action for Promoting Environmental Sustainability (ESCAPES) Cofounder Hilary Sewell and NREL Volunteer Coordinator Ivilina Thornton about how NREL staff are partnering with organizations like GRID Alternatives to give directly to the community, whether it be through trail cleanups, fundraising campaigns, or even hands-on solar panel installations in low-income communities.This episode was hosted by Kerrin Jeromin and Taylor Mankle, written and produced by Allison Montroy and Kaitlyn Stottler, and edited by James Wilcox, Joe DelNero, and Brittany Falch. Graphics are by Brittnee Gayet. Our title music is written and performed by Ted Vaca and episode music by Chuck Kurnik, Jim Riley, and Mark Sanseverino of Drift BC. Transforming Energy: The NREL Podcast is created by the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colorado. We express our gratitude and acknowledge that the land we are on is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute peoples. Email us at podcast@nrel.gov. Follow NREL on X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and Facebook.

SolarZero had one of the largest private equity firms in the world as its owner but the country's biggest domestic player in rooftop solar - is now in liquidation.

Today, host Martine Powers talks with The Post's climate zeitgeist reporter Shannon Osaka about the benefits and challenges of rooftop solar panels, and why rooftop solar is more expensive than solar farms. Shannon also shares advice about how to take advantage of solar tax credits before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. Today's show was produced by Peter Bresnan and Ariel Plotnick. It was edited by Lucy Perkins with help from Reena Flores and mixed by Justin Gerrish. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

Many Texans across the state were misled about the benefits of solar. A new report looks at who gets targeted the most, and what to look out for when purchasing solar.

Rosemary Grundy has done a detailed analysis of how long it will take to get a return on her investment in renewables. From the day she moved into her new house in December 2021, she's diligently recorded how much she saves from not using fossil fuels, and how much she pays for electricity, and calculated that she'll break even on her solar panels, batteries, and two electric vehicles in just under 9 years. Rosemary is now developing a break-even calculator to help other householders work out when they'll break even on their renewable investments, and is on a mission to show Australians who have the financial capacity, that making the transition to renewables is not only good for the climate, it makes financial sense. For more information on Rosemary's original break-even analysis: https://switchedon.reneweconomy.com.au/content/breaking-even-on-2-teslas-solar-panels-and-batteries-in-just-over-8-years For her update: https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au/residential-renewables-can-pay-for-themselves-before-they-reach-their-end-of-life/ For more information about electrification and energy efficiency: https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au

South Africa's rooftop solar installation industry has a bright future and is on track for its second-best year on record, despite the suspension of load shedding in March. That's according to Andrew Middleton, co-founder and CEO of GoSolr, one of South Africa's largest rooftop solar installation companies, who spoke to TechCentral editor Duncan McLeod on the TechCentral Show (TCS) earlier this week. According to Middleton, citing figures from Eskom, 749MW of rooftop solar capacity has been installed in South Africa this year, taking the total to 5.9GW. Some 162MW of new rooftop solar was added in the third quarter, down 267MW from the same three months in 2023, when load shedding was frequently at stage 4 or higher. The figures are contained in the latest quarterly report published by GoSolr on the state of the industry. In his interview with TCS, Middleton unpacks: • The impact of the suspension of load shedding on the rooftop solar industry; • What's driving consumers to consider solar at home today; • The impact of the adoption of electric vehicles on the demand for home solar – and what sort of solar installation consumers who own or are thinking of buying an EV need to consider; • The state of play in the municipalities around feed-in tariff structures – an update on Cape Town, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Nelson Mandela Bay and more; • The future role of embedded generation systems in communities – the way forward and the hurdles that might be encountered; and • Why government was wrong to withdraw the tax rebate on solar panels and to impose higher taxes on their importation. Don't miss this insightful conversation about the state of South Africa's rooftop solar industry. TechCentral

InRange Energy, led by CEO John Mushriqui, is pioneering a solution to a pervasive problem in the energy sector: the massive underutilization of warehouse rooftops. Currently, rooftops around the world, particularly in commercial warehouses, are mostly unused. With data centers increasingly demanding clean energy, Mushriqui and his team at InRange see a unique opportunity to meet this need by converting these rooftops into distributed solar farms. Their model enables commercial rooftops to serve as flexible energy assets, harnessing solar power to generate substantial energy and sell any surplus to nearby enterprises, transforming rooftops into productive, sustainable energy sources. The InRange model operates through a smart, data-driven approach that streamlines the complex process of grid integration and regulatory compliance. Initially focusing on the UK market, the company navigates local regulations to export surplus solar energy directly to the grid, often at more competitive rates than traditional sources. By partnering with landlords and large tenants, InRange's innovative financing solutions make the transition to rooftop solar feasible and cost-effective. The company's goal is to create a seamless energy-sharing model that benefits landlords through increased property value and attracts large energy buyers, such as data centers, seeking sustainable energy solutions. With its technology-driven approach, InRange has already seen success in partnerships with major clients, including prominent retailers and data centers in the UK. Their innovative model not only reduces energy costs for businesses but also supports the global shift toward sustainable energy. As InRange plans further expansion across Europe, and potentially into North America, they're setting a strong example of how traditional real estate assets can evolve into integral parts of a cleaner, distributed energy grid. We were pleased to host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mushriqui/Visit our website: https://insidersguidetoenergy.com/

Chris O'Keefe explores the potential clash between Peter Dutton's nuclear energy plan and the growing number of Australian households with rooftop solar, raising concerns about forced disconnection or payment for solar energy fed into the grid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rooftop solar power in the United States has increased by a factor of ten over the past decade and the majority of that growth has been in the past six or seven years.  At this point, about 7% of American homes have solar panels on their roofs – about 5 million in total.  Rooftop solar […]

In this episode, our guest is Jess Hunt, an energy transition guru from South Australia. We learn how South Australia has dramatically changed the renewable energy and battery landscape, focusing on integrating rooftop solar, battery storage, and the potential for energy independence. Jess shares insights on dynamic pricing and the role of distributed energy in shaping the future of sustainable energy systems. Please join to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie Twitter @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie

Today on The Sunday Story we feature an episode from the NPR podcast Planet Money about the inner workings of the residential solar industry and how the business practices of some companies have soured customers on the promise of this renewable energy. And the team looks into where the residential solar industry is headed in the future.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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The Climate Council says solar is saving Australians a collective three billion dollars on power bills every year – and it's hoping to double these numbers. But experts are questioning how feasible this really is, as Aussies continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis. - موسمیاتی کونسل کی رپورٹ کے مطابق آسٹریلیا کی شمسی توانائی کی صنعت نے گزشتہ دہائی میں نمایاں طور پر ترقی کی ہے اور، سولر پینلز کے ذریعے آسٹریلینز سالانہ 3 بلین ڈالر بچاتے ہیں۔

The Climate Council says solar is saving Australians a collective three billion dollars on power bills every year – and it's hoping to double these numbers. But experts are questioning how feasible this really is, as Aussies continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis.

Mandala Club, a distinguished heritage building in Singapore's Chinatown, is set to become the first conserved buildings to have received approval from the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) to install rooftop solar panels. With 102 square metres of photovoltaic panels - equivalent to roughly half the size of a tennis court - set to be installed in October 2024, this pioneering initiative underscores the Club's commitment to sustainability. Through the launch of the Mandala Solar Collective, Mandala Club is not only reducing its carbon footprint but also leading efforts to inspire other heritage sites and businesses to adopt renewable energy. How will this landmark project influence the future of sustainability in Singapore's conserved buildings? We get some answers from Lilly Milligan Gilbert, Chief Sustainability Officer, Mandala Club.    Presented by Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4.5 million households in the U.S. have solar panels on their homes. Most of those customers are happy with it - their electricity bills have just about disappeared, and it's great for the planet. But thousands and thousands of people are really disappointed with what they've been sold. Their panels are more expensive than they should be, and they say it is hard to get someone to come fix them when they break. It turns out this sometimes crummy customer experience is no accident. It ties back to how big, national solar companies built their businesses in the first place. To entice people to install expensive solar panels, companies developed new financing models which cut upfront costs for customers. And they deployed lots and lots of salespeople to grow their businesses. But in the drive to get more households installing solar panels, consumer costs went up and the focus seemed to shift away from making sure those panels actually worked. All of this left some consumers feeling like they've been sold a lie.On today's episode, we look into how the residential solar business model has turned some people sour on solar. And we'll try to figure out where the industry could go from here. Help support Planet Money and hear our bonus episodes by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/planetmoney.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In this week's Water Tower Hour Podcast, WTR CEO & Co-Founder Shawn Severson discusses the WTR Spruce Power initiation of coverage report with WTR Energy Transition and Sustainable Investing analyst Peter Gastreich. The discussion includes the structural rise in the cost of grid electricity and impact on demand for rooftop solar, the addressable market for Spruce, opportunistic M&A strategy, competitive advantages including Spruce "power as a service" business model, and capital light strategy including Spruce Pro. 

In this Convo of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Sean Neman, Founder and CEO of Cal Solar Inc. Cal Solar Inc. proudly delivers reliable, full service renewable energy solutions for new construction, existing buildings, and retrofit projects throughout California. Their experienced in-house team of designers, engineers, and installers is equipped to deliver renewable energy solutions for multifamily, commercial/industrial, and public works projects of any size. To date, they have successfully completed 600+ large-scale renewable energy projects, 200+ prevailing wage projects, and worked within 13 electric utility territories throughout the state. Sean has been an entrepreneur and CEO in the renewables and energy efficiency construction space since 2008. Since founding Cal Solar Inc, Sean has executed $150MM in such projects and has led the company through continuous exponential growth, breaking through the barriers to solar in California, proving that rooftop solar is alive and well in Southern California. He and Ted discuss Cal Solar Inc.'s diverse portfolio of projects. Cal Solar Inc. is a full-service California engineering, procurement, and construction services company, with well over 200 employees. It has teams of in-house engineers, estimators, and state-wide installation crews. Sean shares his EPC service self-performs everything from initial design and engineering to installation and service. They discuss Cal Solar's installation of what at the time was the tallest Solar Water Heating system in the world, atop the 42nd floor of 399 Fremont Street in San Francisco. They also focus on Panel-Level Energy Storage technology that Cal Solar is deploying. Sean concludes by sharing the sentiment with Ted that the "solar coaster" is an interesting one, especially with so many policy changes across the board, but the industry in California is the industry to join. There is still tremendous opportunity and a need to tap this free, renewable resource. 

Harnessing the Sun: Dr. Severin Borenstein Unveils the Power and Politics of Rooftop Solar The Not Old Better Show, Inside Science Interview Series   Welcome to a very special episode of the Not Old Better Show Inside Science Interview Series on radio and podcast.  Today's episode is sponsord by Seed and Qualia Senolytic. I'm Paul Vogelzang and we're going to delve into a topic that touches our lives each day, yet remains shrouded in both mystery and opportunity: the power of the sun harnessed through rooftop solar panels.   Joining us is Dr. Severin Borenstein, a preeminent voice on the economics of renewable energy and a visionary in the field of electricity pricing and policy. Dr. Borenstein, a distinguished professor at the University of California, Berkeley, brings not only his expertise but also a passion for a sustainable future that benefits us all.   In this episode, we'll explore the significant implications of solar energy incentives offered through initiatives like the federal Inflation Reduction Act, and what these mean for you, our listeners. Dr. Borenstein will break down the complexities of "net metering" and why it has become a contentious issue in the fight for fair energy distribution. We'll also take a journey through the evolving landscape of California's solar incentive policies, gleaning insights that could guide other states in fostering their own sustainable futures.   But this isn't just about policies and abstract economics—it's about the real-world impact on individuals and communities. It's about understanding how adopting solar power can not only reduce our carbon footprint but also reshape our economic landscape, making energy more affordable and accessible for everyone. Through Dr. Borenstein's expertise, we will unveil how these changes affect our wallets, our environment, and our future.   Prepare to be enlightened, inspired, and equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions about the energy that powers your home and life. We'll be talking climage change again soon with Meryl Davids Landau, as part of our Prevention Magazine Interview Series, so stay tuned. But today's episode promises to be not only an enlightening conversation but a call to action for us all to contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world.   My thanks to Dr. Severin Borenstein for joining us today.  My thanks to our sponsors  Seed and Qualia Senolytic.  Additional thanks to AAAS and SciLine for their help in arranging details of this episode.  My thanks always to Executive Producer Sam Heninger for all his work on the show and my thanks to you our wonderful audience here on radio and podcast.  Be well, be safe and Let's Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better on radio and podcast.  Thanks, everybody, and we'll see you next week.

The U.S. rooftop solar market has tanked. Residential applications in California, the largest market in the country, plunged 82% from May through November 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Contractors are going bankrupt. The big culprits are high interest rates and California's subsidy cuts. But there are some bright spots. Battery attachment rates in California have surged. So what will it take to revive the U.S. rooftop solar market? In this episode, Shayle talks to Jigar Shah, director of the Loans Programs Office at the U.S. Department of Energy. Jigar argues that the rooftop solar industry should reinvent itself, relying on batteries and virtual power plants (VPPs). He also argues that regulations should focus on system-level dispatchability.  Shayle and Jigar cover topics like: The pros and cons of California's latest regulations, new energy metering or NEM 3.0 Learning from the mistakes of California's Self-Generation Incentive Program (S-GIP) The role of VPPs and rooftop solar in meeting accelerating load growth Incentivizing system-level dispatchability  How VPPs complicate the sales pitch for rooftop solar How VPPs could help utilities increase the utilization of infrastructure How to make VPPs more reliable Recommended Resources: U.S. Department of Energy: Virtual Power Plants Commercial Liftoff Latitude Media: Defining the rules of DER aggregation Latitude Media: Unpacking the software layer of VPP deployment CalMatters: What's happened since California cut home solar payments? Demand has plunged 80%  The Wall Street Journal: The Home-Solar Boom Gets a ‘Gut Punch' Catalyst is supported by Origami Solar. Join Latitude Media's Stephen Lacey and Origami's CEO Gregg Patterson for a live Frontier Forum on May 30th at 1 pm Eastern to discuss Origami's new research on how recycled steel can help reinvigorate the U.S. solar industry. Register for free on Latitude's events page.

Why isn't rooftop solar cheaper in America? In Australia in 2024, a standard rooftop system can cost as little as $0.90 per watt. In the U.S., a similar system might go for $4 per watt. If America could come even close to Australia's rooftop solar prices, then we would be able to decarbonize the power system much faster than we are now.Mary Powell has the answers. She is the chief executive officer of Sunrun, a $2.6 billion company that is the largest rooftop solar and battery installer in the U.S. Sunrun has set up or managed more than 900,000 rooftop systems across the U.S. Powell previously led Green Mountain Power, Vermont's largest investor-owned power company.On this week's episode of Shift Key, Rob and Jesse talk about how the rooftop solar business works and what's driving America's higher costs. Shift Key is hosted by Robinson Meyer, the founding executive editor of Heatmap, and Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University.Previously on Shift Key: Does Rooftop Solar Actually Help the Climate?Mentioned:What solar panels cost in AustraliaThe Department of Energy's quarterly solar updateIntroduction to solar soft costs–This episode of Shift Key is sponsored by…Watershed's climate data engine helps companies measure and reduce their emissions, turning the data they already have into an audit-ready carbon footprint backed by the latest climate science. Get the sustainability data you need in weeks, not months. Learn more at watershed.com.FischTank PR uses its decade-plus experience working in the climate tech space to introduce clients to top-tier journalists at the right time, for the right story. We don't tire-spin — we take action and understand we are hired to get results. To learn more, visit fischtankpr.com.Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry Caslin, Energy and Rural Development Specialist, Teagasc, discusses' the push to get farmers to invest in solar panels.

PWC is committed to sustainability in all aspects of our operations, demonstrating our support for conserving natural resources, improving our air and water quality, and expanding the use of renewable energy. Our Sustainability options highlights this commitment and the many areas we strive for positive impact. Sonya Griffin (Customer Programs Specialist) and Levita Winborn (Customer Programs Analyst) joined us to talk Community Solar, Rooftop Solar, and Electric Vehicles (EVs) options available through Fayetteville's Hometown Utility.

Rooftop solar panels are flooding California's grid. That's a problem. - House votes for possible TikTok ban in US, but don't expect the app to go away anytime soon - The pandemic exposed staff shortages at nursing homes. A new White House push aims for a remedy    KMJ's Afternoon Drive with Philip Teresi & E. Curtis Johnson   Weekdays 2-6PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ   Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X   Listen to past episodes at kmjnow.com   Subscribe to the show on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon Music    Contact See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rooftop solar panels are flooding California's grid. That's a problem. - House votes for possible TikTok ban in US, but don't expect the app to go away anytime soon - The pandemic exposed staff shortages at nursing homes. A new White House push aims for a remedy    KMJ's Afternoon Drive with Philip Teresi & E. Curtis Johnson   Weekdays 2-6PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ   Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X   Listen to past episodes at kmjnow.com   Subscribe to the show on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon Music    Contact See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Week in Cleantech is a new, weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in cleantech and climate in 15 minutes or less.This week's episode features Syris Valentine, who reported in Grist on private capital that has followed the Inflation Reduction Act. This Week in Cleantech — March 15, 2024This week's “Cleantecher of the Week” is Riley Neugebauer!1. How China Came to Dominate the World in Solar Energy — The New York Times2. Emissions hit a record high in 2023. Blame hydropower — MIT Tech Review3. How changes to Hawaiʻi's home battery program could hinder its clean energy transition — Grist4. Does Rooftop Solar Actually Help the Climate? — Heatmap's “Shift Key” 5. The IRA has injected $240 billion into clean energy. The US still needs more. — GristWatch the full episode on YouTubeHelp make This Week in Cleantech the best it can be. Send feedback and story recommendations to rew@clarionevents.com. And don't forget to leave a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.Registration is LIVE for GridTECH Connect Forum - California. Join us in Newport Beach June 24-26 for the interconnection event. We're bringing together utilities, developers, and regulators to take on one of the biggest challenges facing the energy transition. Click here to save 10% on your ticket. Join partners from PG&E, CAISO, ENGIE, AES, and more.

For a few weeks now, Heatmap's staff writer, Emily Pontecorvo, has been trying to figure out if installing rooftop solar panels on your home actually reduces carbon pollution in a systematic way. In other words: If you own a home, and install solar panels on it, are you doing anything to change how much fossil fuel gets burned in your region or around the world? Or — somewhat counterintuitively — will your panels just increase the cost of electricity near you while shifting demand for those fossil fuels around? On this week's episode, we try to answer these questions in a satisfying way. Heatmap Executive Editor Robinson Meyer and Princeton Professor Jesse Jenkins welcome Emily to the podcast to discuss the messy truth of distributed solar power. Mentioned: An NREL report on the cost of rooftop vs utility-scale solar in the USA. The most recent Energy Department report on the solar industry.Seel, Barbonse & Wiser (2014), "An analysis of residential PV system price differences between the United States and Germany"Jesse's upshift; Jesse's downshift.Emily's upshift; Emily's downshift.–This episode of Shift Key is sponsored by…Advanced Energy United educates, engages, and advocates for policies that allow our member companies to compete to power our economy with 100% clean energy, working with decision makers and energy market regulators to achieve this goal. Together, we are united in our mission to accelerate the transition to 100% clean energy in America. Learn more at advancedenergyunited.org/heatmap KORE Power provides the commercial, industrial, and utility markets with functional solutions that advance the clean energy transition worldwide. KORE Power's technology and manufacturing capabilities provide direct access to next generation battery cells, energy storage systems that scale to grid+, EV power & infrastructure, and intuitive asset management to unlock energy strategies across a myriad of applications. Explore more at korepower.com.Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For years, there have been financial incentives to encourage households to install rooftop solar and feed excess power back to the grid. It's helping the green energy transition and driving down power bills for those able to afford the upfront costs. But the so-called “feed-in” tariffs are being cut as there's a massive oversupply of energy on sunny days. Today, energy reporter Dan Mercer on whether rooftop solar is still worth it. Featured: Daniel Mercer, ABC energy reporter

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A new report shows rooftop solar energy in the U.S. has increased tenfold over the past decade. Some states in the Mountain West lead the charge while others lag behind.

In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Ahmad Faruqui, an energy economist whose distinguished career working with electric utilities encompasses expert rate design, demand response program structures, the integration of distributed energy resources into the grid, demand forecasting, decarbonization, electrification and energy efficiency, and load flexibility.In his career, Dr. Faruqui has advised some 150 clients in 12 countries on 5 continents and appeared before regulatory bodies, governments, and legislative councils. He has authored or coauthored more than 150 papers in peer-reviewed and trade journals and co-edited 5 books on industrial structural change, customer choice, and electricity pricing. He has taught economics at San Jose State University, the University of California, Davis, and the University of Karachi and delivered guest lectures at Carnegie Mellon, Harvard, Idaho, MIT, New York University, Northwestern, Rutgers, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UC Davis.He and Ted discuss his background, born and raised in Pakistan post partition, studied Economics and went into Civil Service before moving to the US and attending UC Davis for his PHD, which led to work in forecasting for the California Energy Commission. While working in energy, Dr. Faruqui still remained very engaged with defense policy in his home country, becoming the leading voice in mainstream conversations about Pakistan in the US post 9/11. He has carried out in-depth analyses of Pakistan's defense policies, evaluating the multiple dimensions of national security, the combat effectiveness of armies, and the consequences of spending more on the military dimension and less on the social, cultural and economic dimensions of national security.He shares his journey in the energy world, highlighting the Demand and Conservation Program at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), as well as his consulting works at The Brattle Group. He also shares the more contentious parts of the journey, seeing the utility industry go from basic rate structures to more sophisticated rates, leading to the question of what rates do in the ideal that help society, and diving into the net energy metering / net billing issue. He concludes by sharing the energy efficiency improvements he's made in his home over the years, including changing HVAC equipment, installing rooftop solar, adding battery for backup during outages, and buying an EV, all leading to bill savings and happiness as a result.

This Week in Cleantech is a new, weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in cleantech and climate in 15 minutes or less. Produced by Renewable Energy World and Tigercomm, This Week in Cleantech will air every Friday in the Factor This! podcast feed wherever you get your podcasts.This week's episode features Associated Press climate change reporter Matthew Daly, who reported on President Biden's controversial pause on considering new LNG export terminals. This Week in Cleantech — Feb. 2, 2024 (not Jan. 26!)This week's “Cleantecher of the Week” is Jimmy Rogers, Manager of Communications at Redaptive. 1. The Rooftop Solar Industry Could Be On the Verge of Collapse — TIME2. U.S. Oil Drillers Are Going Electric—if They Can Get the Electricity — Wall Street Journal3. China Leads Global Clean Energy Spending, Which Record $1.8 Trillion in 2023 — Bloomberg4. The Coolest Thing in Climate Tech is a Super Hot Rock — Heatmap News5. Liquefied Natural Gas: What to know about LNG and Biden's decision to delay gas export proposals — Associated PressWatch the full episode on YouTubeHelp make This Week in Cleantech the best it can be. Send feedback and story recommendations to rew@clarionevents.com. And don't forget to leave a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.Register for the GridTECH Connect Forum - Southeast event taking place in Orlando on Feb. 26 using promo code "PODCAST" to receive 10%. Take advantage of this unique opportunity for developers, utilities, and regulators to collaborate on the critical issue of interconnection. All GridTECH Connect attendees also receive complimentary access to DISTRIBUTECH International.

First, India is planning to enter the competition to host the 2036 Olympics. This is why India has proposed a 6000 crore rupees master plan to construct Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave in Ahmedabad.To understand how India plans to take it forward, Indian Express' Ritu Sharma joins us in this segment.Second, Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha joins us to talk about Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana announced by PM Modi. (8:13)Last, Indian Express' Hina Rohatki joins us to talk about a new policy that aims to improve physical fitness within the Indian Army. (17:02)Hosted by Niharika NandaWritten and Produced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika NandaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

The Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Utility-Scale Solar energy development is shaping the future of solar in the western United States. In this episode, host Chris Clarke explores the different alternatives proposed in the draft and their potential impact on public lands. He discusses the exclusion areas, the size of land available for solar development, and the importance of considering rooftop solar as an alternative. Listeners are encouraged to comment on the draft and make their voices heard. Tune in to learn more about the future of solar energy in the desert.Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please take our listener survey.The global rooftop solar PV market was valued at 101 billion USD in 2022 and is expected to hit 435 billion by 2032 (a CAGR of 16% from 2023 to 2032). At the heart of this growth is a company called PanelClaw, the number one flat roof racking maker in the US. My guest today is Costa Nicolaou, CEO of PanelClaw and the man driving some serious innovation. Racking is about much more than just steel rails - as important as those steel components are, especially when they are made in America - there are engineering, permitting, and logistics platforms behind PanelClaw ClawFR that make it so beloved by installers, developers, and asset owners (IPPs). The ultimate form of flattery is mimicry and if you procure rooftop racking you know the mimics are out there!PanelClaw wasn't always the dominant player in rooftop racking (check out Round One) but through constant improvement and innovation, PanelClaw has clawed its way to the top of the heap in racking (Polar Bear, Grizzly Bear, Polar Bear II, Kodiak, Sun Bear, Polar Bear III…ClawFR) and more importantly made innovation their lifeblood. Innovation is what sets PanelClaw apart from the pack and we spend a good deal of time exploring ways that the company is solving customer pain points like engineering, permitting, and logistics.PanelClaw makes hardware for mounting solar panels but they are hardcore about their software platforms which include clawOS and clawLogic. Their clawOS is an all-in-one design, engineering, and permitting platform so you can get these megawatts of large rooftop solar permitted and installed faster. And you can track your orders with clawLogic down to the pallet so there are fewer supply chain surprises.Costa explains how PanelClaw focuses solely on rooftop C&I racking solutions to be the best in the industry. He talks about constantly innovating new products so that competitors are always trying to catch up. Whether you are an installer, developer, or financier of commercial solar, this episode provides key insights on how to grow a successful hardware powerhouse for the energy transition.PanelClawCosta Nicolaou Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

Today we talk about the complete and total gutting of the residential rooftop solar industry in the state of California, which may be exactly what state regulators were trying to make happen when they passed their new rules that went into effect this year, and then change the rules. which gutted the entire reasoning for The new rules in the first place

MLG flew to Dubai recently for the latest UN climate conference.    Paul recently appeared on Mark/Krysty Ronchetti's "No Doubt About it"podcast. He discussed NM's new EV mandate;   More than 3,800 car dealerships to Biden: tap brakes ono EV mandates. You can read their letter here and an article about it here.    PNMsays 23% of customers will have rooftop solar by 2040. On one hand this is more realistic than MLG's vehicle mandate, on the other it is driven by huge subsidies.   RGF is holding its final luncheon of 2023 with Gabriella Hoffman discussing the government's quiet land grab.   NewMexico fails in economic freedom, performs well in personal freedom inCato report.   There was a debate recently between CA Gov. Newsom and FL Gov. DeSantis. When it comes to their economies, there is no comparison (but MLG is following theCalifornia model).   The ABQ Journal recently had two stories that highlight trades vs. academia that highlight interesting issues.   CatholicSchool Our Lady of Fatima closes: On one hand this is sad for our community (and highlights serious demographic issues), but on the other it highlights the gulf between public and private schools.

CALIFORNIA STRIKES ANOTHER BLOW AGAINST ROOFTOP SOLARSTUDY REVEALS MORE THAN HALF OF AMERICAN PARENTS IN 36 STATES STILL SHELL OUT TO SUPPORT THEIR ADULT CHILDRENSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOME VALUES NEAR RECORD HIGH DESPITE THE HIGH COST OF BORROWINGIF YOU HAVEN'T CHECKED YOUR MAIL IN WEEKS, YOU'RE NOT ALONE

What sits directly at the confluence of energy transformation and digital transformation? The answer: smart energy management systems! Driven by the urge to answer the singular question of how a consumer can utilize his energy in a flexible way, join us as we find out how with Tobias Mitter, CTO and MD at gridX, A pan-European firm striving to achieve its goal of providing affordable and reliable clean energy to all. Also in the discussion: Why the energy transition not about technology, but about creating an impact, and how to explain energy management to your grandparents! Hosts: Chris Sass, Johan Oberg GridX - https://gridx.ai  GridX ultimate guide to retail electricity prices - https://www.gridx.ai/resources/the-ultimate-guide-to-retail-electricity-prices  GridX days 2023 - https://www.gridx.ai/x  

If one is exposed to unbiased information, he or she has all the tools needed to make a self-informed decision. This was the primary motivation and driving force behind starting Insiders Guide to Energy almost 4 years ago! Join our hosts as they reminisce about the impact the podcast has had on their personal and professional opinions and as they look forward to the next evolution of global energy transition. Hosts: Chris Sass, Jeff McAulay 

Gavin Newson signs law in ‘overhaul' of mental health system. It changes decades of practice. As rooftop solar debate flares, builders, landlords, and renter advocates are taking sides. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp returns to the Bill Handel Show to share the best tips on how to stage your house to sell.

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In Australia, one out of three households has solar panels on the roof. In the US, it's one out of 25. That probably has something to do with the fact that in the US, rooftop solar is twice as expensive, twice the hassle, and takes twice as long to get installed.Why is the process so broken? And what could be done to make it smoother and faster?To discuss these and related matters, I went to the source: Mary Powell, the CEO of Sunrun, the nation's largest residential rooftop solar company — or more accurately, the nation's largest residential electrification company.Before taking the top spot at Sunrun, Powell spent more than 20 years in leadership at Green Mountain Power, Vermont's largest power utility and a nationally recognized pioneer in clean energy. Sunrun brought her on to help the company move into products — batteries, EV chargers, virtual power plants — that were once thought the province of utilities.I talked with her about how to speed up the rooftop solar interconnection process, the role of net metering, Sunrun's move into vehicle charging and VPPs, and the future of distributed energy. Get full access to Volts at www.volts.wtf/subscribe

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For years, rooftop solar was overlooked as a reliability solution in New England. But in a very sudden reversal, the region's grid operator says it's critical to keeping the lights on across the region. New England doesn't have its own fossil resources, so the region is dependent on oil and natural gas imported from other regions of the country. Over the last decade and a half, aging coal, nuclear, and oil-fired units have been retired there. Because of interconnection constraints and lots of NIMBYism, gas has mostly filled in the gap – not utility-scale renewables.  But distributed solar is suddenly providing a benefit for the New England system operator that will help it close an aging, expensive gas power plant remains open for reliability reasons.  This week, we'll talk with reporter Ben Storrow about his reporting on the value of solar. First, we'll look at what's changed in New England. Then we'll turn our attention to Texas, where renewables have been critical for managing the grid during a sweltering summer that has brought record-breaking power demand. This podcast is brought to you by KORE Power, an American manufacturer of battery cells for electric vehicles and stationary storage. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a conversation with KORE CEO Lindsay Gorrill about how America can slash its dependence on imported critical minerals and batteries. Carbon Copy is supported by FischTank PR, a specialized climatetech PR firm dedicated to bringing meaningful results for companies in sectors spanning grid edge, solar, energy storage, battery, EVs, alternative fuels, VC and green building. FischTank helps clients stand out in an increasingly competitive and noisy space. Visit FischTank PR to learn more. The Carbon Copy is brought to you by Savant Power. Savant's end-to-end power systems provide energy generation, inverter and battery storage, generator control, flexible load management for every circuit, and level two EV charging. Learn more about the only company that can deliver an integrated smart home and energy solution controlled via a single award-winning app at Savant.com.