Podcasts about SunPower

Năm 2023, Pháp có ba nhà máy sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời, chật vật đối phó với cạnh tranh từ Trung Quốc. Đến đầu năm 2025, Photowatt, nhà máy cuối cùng, cũng ngừng hoạt động. Cùng lúc, Pháp rộng tay chào đón DAS Solar - một “đại gia” Trung Quốc trong lĩnh vực này. Nhà máy đầu tiên có quy mô lớn của DAS Solar tại Pháp sẽ đi vào hoạt động vào tháng 06/2025 ở vùng Montbéliard. Đây cũng là “gigafactory” đầu tiên ở Liên Hiệp Châu Âu để hướng đến thị trường châu Âu và châu Phi. Theo nhật báo Pháp Les Echos, dự án nhà máy đầu tiên của DAS Solar bên ngoài lãnh thổ Trung Quốc được thông báo ngày 18/11/2024 khi công ty này ký với vùng  Montbéliard (tỉnh Doubs) một thỏa thuận mua lại khu công nghiệp bỏ hoang rộng 100.000 m2 ở Mandeure, trị giá 1,2 tỉ euro chưa tính thuế, dự kiến đầu tư 109 tỉ euro vào nhà máy tương lai có công suất hàng năm 3 gigawatt (GW), tạo ra từ 450 đến 600 việc làm trực tiếp. Ông Jean-Pierre Hocquet, thị trưởng Mandeure (Doubs), nhấn mạnh đến việc “đôi bên cùng có lợi” : “Trước hết, đây là một cơ hội tốt bởi vì nhà máy này đã bị bỏ hoang từ khi nhà máy Forvia rời đi và chờ nhà đầu tư mới trong suốt nhiều năm qua”.Khu vực từng là biểu tượng của ngành công nghiệp địa phương, là nơi xuất xưởng những chiếc xe đạp Peugeot đầu tiên, sau này trở thành nhà máy sản xuất ống xả cho nhà cung cấp phụ tùng ô tô đến năm 2021. Việc DAS Solar “tới (Pháp) là sự trở lại công bằng của mọi chuyện”, theo nhận định của Charles Demouge, chủ tịch cộng đồng đô thị Vùng Montbéliard. “Cách đây 50 năm, Peugeot mang công nghệ của mình đến Quảng Châu. Bây giờ, Trung Quốc mang đến cho chúng ta kinh nghiệm của họ về sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời để tránh phải trả thêm thuế”.Pháp đã chủ động mời DAS Solar đến đầu tư vào lúc tập đoàn Trung Quốc tìm địa điểm ở Đức, Tây Ban Nha… Bà Shi Si, giám đốc DAS Solar Pháp, giải thích trong phóng sự của chương trình C dans l'Air ngày 04/02/2025 : “DAS Solar quyết định chọn đầu tư vào đây (Mandeure) để rút ngắn thời hạn xây dựng, bởi vì các tòa nhà đã có sẵn để khởi động sản xuất sớm nhất có thể. Tôi đã thăm rất nhiều nước trước đó như Đức, Tây Ban Nha, Ba Lan, nhưng cuối cùng tôi chọn Pháp, bởi vì chúng tôi được văn phòng tổng thống tiếp đón nồng hậu ngay từ lúc đầu, cũng như các bộ ngành khác, trong đó có cả bộ Tài Chính. Họ quan tâm đến dự án của chúng tôi”.Pháp cần Trung Quốc chuyển giao công nghệ pin mặt trờiÔng Frédéric Barbier, nguyên dân biểu tỉnh Doubs, hiện là đại diện của DAS Solar Châu Âu, giải thích “DAS Solar muốn tiến nhanh và điện Elysée sẵn sàng bật đèn xanh, với điều kiện phải chuyển giao công nghệ”. Điều này nói lên tất cả thực tế về lĩnh vực này tại Pháp, cũng như tại châu Âu nói chung, theo giải thích của kinh tế gia Sébastien Jean, giám đốc liên kết tại Viện IFRI : “Yếu tố mấu chốt để thành công được ở Pháp là có sự chuyển giao công nghệ, bởi vì trên thực tế Trung Quốc tiến bộ vượt trội, bỏ xa các đối thủ về công nghệ năng lượng mặt trời”.Trung Quốc gần như chiếm độc quyền tấm pin mặt trời trên thế giới vì sản xuất đến 80%, trong khi 20 năm trước đây chỉ chiếm 6% thị phần. Theo văn phòng Wood Mackenzy, 10 nhà sản xuất lớn nhất trên thế giới là của Trung Quốc. Tốc độ phát triển chóng mặt, giá thành giảm đã khiến các đối thủ của Trung Quốc không cầm cự được và lần lượt ngừng hoạt động. Năm 2022, Trung Quốc đã tăng gấp ba sản lượng và tiếp tục tăng gấp đôi trong năm 2023 đến mức sản xuất dư thừa so với nhu cầu.Trong phóng sự ngày 12/02/2024 của trang Euronews, tổng thư ký Johan Lindahl của ESMC (European Solar Manufaturing Council), giải thích : “Trung Quốc trợ cấp cho ngành công nghiệp này từ hơn mười năm qua. Họ đưa ra một quyết định mang tính chiến lược cách đây hơn 15 năm, xem pin mặt trời là một ngành công nghệ chiến lược. Họ cũng làm tương tự trong nhiều lĩnh vực khác như xe điện, pin…”Tại sao lĩnh vực sản xuất pin mặt trời lại bi đát đến như vậy ở Pháp ? Trong khi ngay từ năm 2013, Liên Hiệp Châu Âu đã ý thức được mối đe dọa từ pin mặt trời Trung Quốc ồ ạt tràn vào thị trường chung châu Âu. Ngày 27/11/2013, Liên Hiệp Châu Âu đã áp mức thuế tạm thời lên tới 42,1% đối với sản phẩm pin mặt trời nhập từ Trung Quốc sau cuộc điều tra từ năm 2012 về đơn kiện của EU Pro Sun ( Hiệp hội Doanh nghiệp năng lượng mặt trời châu Âu), theo đó sản phẩm của Trung Quốc được bán tại thị trường châu Âu có giá thấp hơn 45% so với sản phẩm cùng loại do châu Âu sản xuất nhờ được trợ giá không công bằng từ chính phủ Trung Quốc.Nhưng ba năm sau, lại là bước ngoặt 180 độ, theo giải thích của tổng giám đốc tập đoàn Total Patrick Pouyanne :trong buổi điều trần tại Thượng Viện Pháp ngày 29/04/2024:“Chúng tôi cũng sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời, trong một doanh nghiệp có tên SunPower, vì thế chúng tôi đã trải qua quá trình đó : đầu tư vào các nhà máy sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời ở châu Âu và cuối cùng phải đóng cửa hết. Các vị có biết tại sao tôi phải đóng cửa các nhà máy đó ? Tại vì năm 2016 hoặc 2017, Châu Âu quyết định dỡ bỏ mọi rào cản đối với tấm pin mặt trời Trung Quốc. Tôi đến Bruxelles, tôi cũng đi gặp bộ trưởng Kinh Tế để nói với ông ấy rằng nếu dỡ bỏ tất cả những rào cản thuế quan đó, chúng tôi sẽ phải đóng cửa hết nhà máy có ở Toulouse và Carling, như các đồng nghiệp khác. Cuối cùng Liên Hiệp Châu Âu vẫn đưa ra lựa chọn. Châu Âu chọn gì ? Người ta nói với chúng tôi là “phải để cho pin mặt trời Trung Quốc vào, các vị đóng cửa nhà máy bởi vì lựa chọn của chúng tôi (Liên Âu) là khiến cho giá của năng lượng mặt trời xuống mức thấp nhất có thể”. Tôi khá ngạc nhiên khi thấy một vài nhà sản xuất quay lại với tấm pin mặt trời cách đây 2, 3 năm. Mỗi lần họ hỏi tôi, tôi đều kể cho họ kinh nghiệm của mình. Tôi sợ là bây giờ chuyện sẽ tái diễn”.Pin mặt trời Trung Quốc được rộng đường ở châu ÂuCả một lĩnh vực gần như nằm trong tay DAS Solar, ít nhất là cho tới năm 2027, vì Photowatt, một trong những nhà sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời cuối cùng ở Pháp, cũng đành đóng cửa do không có người mua lại. Từ một doanh nghiệp gia đình được thành lập năm 2018 ở Thượng Hải, DAS Solar trở thành nhà xuất khẩu tấm pin theo công nghệ loại N lớn thứ 3 trên thế giới. Việc các nhà sản xuất năng lớn của Pháp (EDF, Engie và TotalEnergies) cam kết mua sản phẩm của DAS Solar cũng mang tính quyết định.Chính phủ Pháp vận động các tập đoàn năng lượng hỗ trợ cho mục tiêu pin mặt trời “Made in Europe” trong khuôn khổ “Thỏa thuận 2030”. Ngoài ra, tập đoàn Trung Quốc khẩn trương sản xuất tại Pháp, vì từ năm 2025, quy định mới của Châu Âu Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) đã chính thức có hiệu lực. Được thông qua đầu năm 2024, NZIA có mục đích đưa sản xuất các loại công nghệ phát thải thấp trở lại châu Âu.Liên Hiệp Châu Châu Âu đặt tham vọng sản xuất 40% tấm pin mặt trời tiêu thụ trong khối vào năm 2030. Để đạt được mục tiêu đó, một mặt, “các nước thành viên có thể cấp hỗ trợ gián tiếp và đưa thêm những tiêu chí mới trong việc gọi  thầu”, theo giải thích của chủ tịch nghiệp đoàn ngành nghề điện mặt trời. Mặt khác, việc Ủy Ban Châu Âu có thể tăng thuế hải quan đối với pin mặt trời được xuất trực tiếp từ Trung Quốc, cấm nhập khẩu sản phẩm do lao động cưỡng bức, cũng khiến các doanh nghiệp Trung Quốc đẩy nhanh kế hoạch mở nhà máy ở Châu Âu.DAS Solar không muốn dừng ở việc lắp ráp ở Châu Âu, mà dự kiến nhanh chóng phát triển “cả một chuỗi sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời hoàn chỉnh”, từ sản xuất các tế bào quang điện đến sản xuất silicon. Tập đoàn đã tính đến việc mở rộng thêm cơ sở để tiếp nhận các nhà thầu phụ, cũng từ Trung Quốc, chuyên về dây cáp và đầu nối. Mỗi doanh nghiệp Trung Quốc mở một chi nhánh ở Pháp và có thể kết hợp với các đối tác Pháp.Pin mặt trời Trung Quốc tiếp tục được rộng đường ở châu ÂuTuy nhiên, với năng suất 3 GW, DAS Solar sẽ chỉ chiếm khoảng 3% thị trường châu Âu. Trong lộ trình năng lượng nhiều năm (PPE) được công bố tháng 11/2024, thị phần điện mặt trời đã được đẩy cao hơn 54-60 GW vào năm 2030 và đạt đến 100 GW ngay năm 2035 thay vì 2050 như ban đầu. Ngoài ra, phải “sản xuất tại chỗ 40% tấm pin mặt trời mà Pháp sử dụng từ nay đến năm 2030”.Chính phủ kỳ vọng các nhà công nghiệp Pháp hoặc châu Âu cũng được hưởng kinh phí dành cho phát triển điện mặt trời. Hai nhà máy Carbon ở Fos-sur-Mer và HoloSolis ở Hambach, tỉnh Moselle, đang được phát triển, là nằm trong kế hoạch này. Tập đoàn Carbon kỳ vọng khởi công xây dựng nhà máy ngay trong năm 2025 để sản xuất vào năm 2027. Còn HoloSolis, được dự kiến khởi công xây dựng vào đầu năm 2026 và đi vào hoạt động năm 2028, có khả năng cung cấp cho thị trường Pháp và châu Âu 10 triệu tấm pin mặt trời hàng năm, tương đương với 5 GW (6).Trong khi hai đại dự án còn trên kế hoạch, thì nhà máy sản xuất tấm pin mặt trời cuối cùng ở Pháp đã phải ngừng hoạt động từ đầu năm 2025. Photowatt ở tỉnh Isère, trực thuộc tập đoàn EDF Renouvelables, đã không cạnh tranh được với sản phẩm Trung Quốc. Dù dư địa cho các nhà sản xuất châu Âu vẫn còn rất lớn, trước mắt DAS Solar sẽ vẫn thống lĩnh thị trường Pháp, ít nhất trong vài năm tới.

In this Convo of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Mark Swanson, newly appointed as the CEO of Aeromine Technologies, the innovative rooftop wind energy system that converts a building's wind flow into renewable energy. Swanson brings 30 years of leadership experience to Aeromine. For the last 12 years, he has held leadership positions in the rooftop solar industry, with a proven track record in manufacturing, scaling operations, and driving customer-focused growth.Prior to joining Aeromine, Swanson held a distinguished career in solar and distributed energy, serving as COO at Complete Solaria. He also spent time as COO and General Manager of EPC at Borrego Solar Systems, and served as Vice President at SunPower. In his new role as CEO at Aeromine, Mark will oversee Aeromine's transition from low volume manufacturing and pilot projects to full-scale manufacturing and widespread commercial use. He shares that Aeromine is currently working with some of the world's largest and most ambitious enterprises to plan their first commercial Aeromine installation.He and Ted discuss Aeromine's breakthrough technology, which is harvesting the flow of wind over a building. The scalable renewable energy solution harnesses the power of wind in an efficient system, with motionless, vibration-less, and noise-less units. The solution is long-lasting, and requires much less rooftop space than other options to generate distributed energy. Ideal for large, flat rooftop buildings – including warehouses, big box retailers, data centers, office, and apartment buildings - Aeromine is leveraging existing financial structures, installation resources and incentives established by the solar industry.

Episode Description: In this episode, we sit down with legendary entrepreneur and scientist T.J. Rodgers, the founder of Cypress Semiconductor, investor in clean energy, and advocate of free-market principles. With a career spanning decades in Silicon Valley, Rodgers has been at the forefront of technological innovation, business strategy, and corporate governance. We dive into his experiences building and leading companies, his views on boardroom dynamics, and his insights into the future of entrepreneurship, manufacturing, and clean technology. Guest Bio: T.J. Rodgers is a pioneering scientist, entrepreneur, and investor known for founding Cypress Semiconductor and making transformative investments in SunPower and Enphase Energy. With degrees from Dartmouth and Stanford, Rodgers has played a key role in shaping the semiconductor and renewable energy industries. He has also been active in corporate governance, leading successful proxy fights and serving on multiple boards. Beyond tech, Rodgers is a passionate winemaker and a strong advocate for laissez-faire capitalism. Topics Discussed: How running a business today differs from 30 years ago The key questions every CEO should be able to answer Strategies for retaining top talent in a competitive job market Building a culture that fosters execution and results Insights from working with industry legends like John Doerr and Sequoia Ventures The evolving role and expectations of board members Critical mistakes to avoid in corporate leadership Lessons from turning around Enphase Energy Managing company debt: when to expand, clean up, or maintain it Balancing innovation and regulation in Silicon Valley The current state and future of the solar industry Lessons learned from a lifetime of leadership and entrepreneurship   Links & Resources: More about T.J. Rodgers Enphase Energy Clos de la Tech Winery

In this inspiring episode of the Live Life by Design Podcast, host Jeff Mendez welcomes Kevin Suess for a deep dive into his journey from Vivint to SunPower, lessons in leadership, and the power of living life intentionally. Kevin shares how gamification transformed the sales industry, how to build lasting culture, and why family and purpose guide his decisions.

Welcome to our weekly Renewable Energy Briefing! Stay informed on the latest industry trends. Join us for a comprehensive analysis that combines expert commentary with up-to-the-minute news, offering you a strategic overview of the renewable energy market. Don't miss out on the crucial details that can impact your investment decisions. Tune in weekly for your essential dose of Renewable Energy insights! Episode #13 Briefing Highlights: Loan guarantee issued by the DOE to QCells for their 3.3GW module facility to be constructed in Georgia LS Power closed on an oversubscribed 2.7 billion fund Sunpower has filed for bankruptcy due to depressed residential solar demand Grid Scale BESS given a spotlight article in The Economist. IEA forecasts that BESS will need to increase from 200GW to 1TW by the end of this decade If you have any questions or comments, email us at info@reneuenergy.com.

In the second part of this week's episode, we dive deeper with Vince Battaglia, CEO of Renova Energy, as he unpacks the aftermath of SunPower's shocking collapse. First, a quick recap of Part 1: Vince shared the inspiring 18-year evolution of Renova Energy. From thriving in the heat of Coachella Valley to expanding into Arizona, he explained Renova's smart choices in solar and battery tech and their consistent maintenance approach. Most notably, Renova's steady, conservative business practices have been key to their sustained success. Now, we pivot to the gripping story of SunPower's downfall and its ripple effects. Vince details how Renova was impacted and the strategic, customer-first decisions that guided their recovery. His firsthand account sheds light on how they survived the upheaval—reinforcing customer trust, making swift adjustments, and doubling down on reliable business practices. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion about navigating industry crises and what this means for the future of solar. Catch the full episode at www.energyshow.biz. Stay tuned as Vince breaks down the gritty details of SunPower's failure and how Renova emerged stronger than ever.

In this episode of the Energy Evolution podcast, the focus is on the rise and fall of California solar pioneer SunPower, as well as its potential for a rebirth following a recent asset sale in its ongoing bankruptcy process. S&P Global Commodity Insights senior reporter Garrett Hering shares an interview with T.J. Rodgers, the former chairman of SunPower and founding CEO of Cypress Semiconductor, SunPower's former corporate parent. They delve into SunPower's history, its challenges, and the potential impact of its bankruptcy on the broader energy landscape and transition to lower-carbon energy. Rodgers, who has a long history with SunPower, shares his ambition to breathe new life into the company through the acquisition of key assets out of bankruptcy. Subscribe to Energy Evolution to stay current on the energy transition and its implications. Veteran journalists Dan Testa and Taylor Kuykendall co-host the show, routinely featuring the work of Commodity Insights journalists, including regular correspondent Camilla Naschert. 

In this episode of the Energy Evolution podcast, the focus is on the rise and fall of California solar pioneer SunPower, as well as its potential for a rebirth following a recent asset sale in its ongoing bankruptcy process. S&P Global Commodity Insights senior reporter Garrett Hering shares an interview with T.J. Rodgers, the former chairman of SunPower and founding CEO of Cypress Semiconductor, SunPower's former corporate parent. They delve into SunPower's history, its challenges, and the potential impact of its bankruptcy on the broader energy landscape and transition to lower-carbon energy. Rodgers, who has a long history with SunPower, shares his ambition to breathe new life into the company through the acquisition of key assets out of bankruptcy. Subscribe to Energy Evolution to stay current on the energy transition and its implications. Veteran journalists Dan Testa and Taylor Kuykendall co-host the show, routinely featuring the work of Commodity Insights journalists, including regular correspondent Camilla Naschert. 

Labor Day special with some new ones mixed in, including a new release from us... the BGP! We have a limited run of the new Crickets EP on tape. You can buy it on our Bandcamp page. Comes with an Image of Decay S/T bonus. We'd say don't work too hard, but that's downright impossible these days. Hit us up at brothersgrimpunk@gmail.com and download our music on our Bandcamp page.473 Playlist:Buy six new BGP songs on tape: Crickets EPPunk work...Payback 0:48  BGP  Unreleased TrackYOU'RE A LOT MORE LIKE YOUR PARENTS THAN YOU CHOOSE TO ADMIT 1:01 Shut the Fuck Up WARD CLEAVER IS THE HARBRINGER OF THE APOCALYPSE WA Dripping Tear 1:39 Dekrepit If Ignorance Is Bliss Noise Itch Germany Track 3 1:19 Nukelickers Instrumentalitar Target Earth (Lillingtons cover) 2:20 BGP    Crickets EP Sistema Mortal Tapes Italy End of the world 1:49 Termination Omega Finland Cloud of Hate 0:59 Bless Not For You GA SHOPPING LIST 1:12 FUNERAL MESS FOLLOWING THE APOCALYPSE Ambush Recs WA Stop The Clock 0:25 Tongue Bath Vol. 1 Las Vegas Extinction Burst Perish Count 1:04 ANGUISH CRY Face of Revenge Las Vegas Merciless 1:42 Kombat Kombat Saalepower 2 Recs Driving a Piece of Shit 1:52 Citric Dummies Trapped in a Parking Garage Olympia summertime gobbin' 0:59 the gobs worst one yet Sonoma 8 Inches Per Mile Squared 1:20  Flat Earth Boot Boys S/TDie At The Plant 2:20 El Matador & BGP    Die At The Plant Dead End Job 1:11 Nobodys Generation XXX I Hate My Job 1:21 To Be Hated SHIT: No Sale Radio FREE Download Comp Vol. 2 Work Is A Black Hole To Avoid 1:14 Bruxism Agonising Noise For The HelplessNo Wage Working Class 0:59 Turtle Rage Contramutagen Where Do You Work? 0:53 Fuck On The Beach I Have Never Seen Myself Work For Their Living 1:16 Disgor Eternal Sorrow Suicide Of Work Pressure 1:00 Disclone The Neverending Nightmare - EP I Love my Job 1:02 THE DOMESTICS Brutal Regimes 7" E​.​P. I Hate My Job 2:05 Butthole Surfers Cottage Cheese From The Lips Of Death All We Do Is Work 1:45 BGP    Us Against The World Beer Break 0:49 Assbackwards Inebriation Euthanization You Look Like You Work With Your Hands But You Don't 0:46 Shut the Fuck Up    On the Topic of Moral Laziness Slave to the Dollar 1:27 Fight Music Robo Dick Hate My Job 1:33 Bad Reaction Had It Coming Day Job 1:04 AFD Adventure Island EP_Denver  Shitty Job 1:30 Seein Red More of the same Dead End Job 0:34 Venkman Slumber Party Get a Job 1:41 WARCHILDREN 'S/T' EP Working Class Attack 1:32 Sunpower Decade 12" Humboldt Co. For You 2:37 The Dayjobs Single Sent In Noise Itch CS Products 1:15 Image of Decay S/TOther ways to hear BGP:Archive.org#473 on ArchiveApple PodcastsYouTube PodcastsPunk Rock Demonstration - Wednesdays 7 p.m. PSTRipper Radio - Fridays & Saturdays 7 p.m. PSTContact BGP:brothersgrimpunk@gmail.com@Punkbot138 on Instagram@BrosGrimPunk on XMore Music:Bandcamp - Follow us and download our albums: Brothers Grim Punk, Fight Music, and more!YouTube - tons of our punk playlists, from Anarchy to Zombies!

Peter Schiff dissects the latest inflation data, emphasizing the government's manipulation in underreporting true inflation figures. He compares the July CPI and PPI reports, suggesting real inflation rates could be double the official numbers. Schiff highlights the significant federal budget deficit and its implications for future inflation. He argues that the Federal Reserve's potential rate cut is politically driven and could backfire. Schiff also discusses the repercussions of government policies on industries like solar energy, resulting in SunPower's bankruptcy. He critiques government intervention in housing, education, and healthcare, asserting these measures have increased costs and decreased efficiency. Lastly, Schiff commends Elon Musk's take on inflation and calls for substantial reductions in government spending and more market-driven solutions.⭐️ Visit https://indeed.com/peter to start hiring now.

“SunPower” and “bankruptcy” are two words I never thought I'd see in the same sentence. But we should temper our schadenfreude. The solar industry owes SunPower and their employees tremendous gratitude. Without a doubt, our industry would be much smaller without SunPower's early and determined leadership. So rather than dance on their potential grave, this week's Energy Show will focus on SunPower's accomplishments that I've witnessed first-hand over the past 20 years. Think about back contact cells; best dealer network; utility-scale installations on five continents; horsepower behind CALSSA and SEIA; Million Solar Roofs; uncapped ITC; Swanson, Werner, Shugar, Wenger, Blunden, Starrs; NexTracker and Renova. The list goes on. There's plenty of news about SunPower's demise. For the other side of the story, please tune into this week's Energy Show at www.energyshow.biz.

In this week's podcast we discuss the bankruptcy filing of Sunpower and the impacts this will have on the solar industry and how it will affect the next biggest company, Sunrun. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠Northern California⁠⁠, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  You can check out the website for the⁠⁠ top solar energy equipment installer⁠⁠, Solar Harmonics, ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. In each episode we discuss questions facing people making the decision to go solar. The solutions to your questions are given to you – straight  – by one of the leading experts in the solar industry, Jamie Duran, president of Solar Harmonics. Feel free to search our library for answers to questions that you're facing when considering solar. About Adam Duran & Magnified Media Solarcast is produced and co-hosted by Adam Duran, director of Magnified Media. With offices in downtown San Francisco & Walnut Creek, California, Magnified⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Media is an ⁠⁠internet marketing agency⁠⁠ focused on digital marketing, local and⁠⁠ national SEO, website design⁠⁠ and lead generation for companies of all sizes. Magnified Media helps company leaders master their marketing by: • getting their website seen at the top of Google rankings, and • getting them more online reviews, • creating media content that engages with each client's target audience. In his spare time, Adam enjoys volunteering on the board of several community-based non-profits and his own weekly podcast ⁠⁠Local SEO in 10⁠⁠.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe green new scam is done, the companies the [DS] pushed are now going bankrupt. The market downturn was the first alarm bell to wake the people up. The [KH] will continue to push how great the economy is and the Fed will cut. People are watching the market and the economy. The [DS] has now made their move, they chose the worst white male candidate they could possibly choose. Was this done to win or did they do it because they knew the people would want something better. Lets see what happens. The [DS] knows they cannot win, they are having a problem with their cheating system. They are trapped, so all they have left is chaos & war.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Major Solar Company Files For Bankruptcy After California Strips Subsidies SunPower, a major rooftop solar company, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday, the company announced. SunPower filed for bankruptcy in Delaware after a string of corporate struggles, changes to California's rooftop solar subsidy programs and high interest rates weighed down its business, according to Bloomberg News. Before it unraveled, SunPower was among the leading solar companies in the U.S. In 2023, state policymakers changed California's rooftop solar subsidy programs and weakened the incentive for companies to push rooftop solar by reducing payments to homeowners who sell back excess power the panels generate, according to CalMatters. Those changes negatively affected SunPower's business, culminating in its bankruptcy filing, according to Bloomberg. Source: dailycaller.com  https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1820566410663481675   affordability is near record lows 5. Mortgage demand is at its lowest levels in 30 years 6. The US Dollar has lost 25% of its purchasing power in 4 years This is not a "soft landing." https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1820795297418694817  rates were reduced 92 times. By comparison, during the peak of the Financial Crisis in 2009, global central banks implemented 76 cuts. World central banks are cutting as if a global recession is starting. https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1820819551367664018 https://twitter.com/GRDecter/status/1820564810033213692 https://twitter.com/GRDecter/status/1820856443018326222   cuts 13% - Indeed cuts 8% - Peloton cuts 15% - Tesla cuts 10% - Pixar cuts 14% - Discord cuts 17% - Lucid cuts 6% - UKG cuts 14% - Match Group cuts 6% - Brex cuts 20% - Wayfair cuts 13% - Riot Games cuts 11% - Duolingo cuts 10% - Rent the Runway cuts 10% - eBay cuts 9% In 2024, tech companies have laid off +126,032 people. With NASDAQ down -12% from record high, how much worse can it get? Federal Reserve officials move to reassure markets that US is not in recession Federal Reserve officials move to reassure markets that US is not in recession  The Fed has in the past considered emergency rate cuts, often in co-ordination with other central banks, in times of very severe financial distress or rapid economic decline — such as at the height of the pandemic in early 2020. But most observers on Monday considered that unlikely. Source:  ft.com  https://twitter.com/paulsperry_/status/1820821971262672987   Political/Rights Secret Service says it ‘disposed of' cocaine found at White House after report of infighting, DNA hit  The Secret Service said Monday it “disposed of” cocaine found last year at the White House — responding ...

Las bolsas mundiales suben el martes en un clima de nerviosismo. La incertidumbre generada por la agresiva ola de ventas del día anterior sigue pesando sobre el ánimo de los inversores. En Wall Street y mercado Nasdaq el rebote tiene más consistencia que en Europa. Hay ganancias que superan el 1% en S&P 500. A este lado del Atlántico siguen en rojo todas las principales Bolsas de zona euro. Entre los valores protagonistas, destaca Apple. Cae más de un 2,5%. Morgan Stanley dice que la sentencia contra Google puede afectar a los más de 20.000 millones de dólares que Apple cobra anualmente de Alphabet. MS estima que Apple podría perder entre un 4 y un 6% de sus beneficios por acción si se anulan los acuerdos de exclusividad. El valor estrellado es SunPower. Por su bancarrota. El fabricante de tecnología para paneles solares se acoge al Capítulo 11 de la Ley de Quiebras de Estados Unidos. Los mercados también toman nota del aspirante a la vicepresidencia por el Partido Demócrata. Kamala Harris elige a gobernador de Minnesota, Tim Walz, como compañero de fórmula. Esta hora tenemos análisis con Manuel Pinto y consultorio de Bolsa con Marc Ribes, de Blackbird.

This week SunPower Corp. is preparing to file chapter 11 to pursue in-court asset sales, Steward Health plans to close two Massachusetts hospitals in the absence of viable bids, MultiPlan is working with Guggenheim Securities to explore balance sheet options because of mounting legal battles, and other interesting developments in the restructuring world. And, as always, a preview of what's on tap for this week. We're taking a brief recess from our weekly interview segment, but we'll be back next week with more premium content. For more information on our latest events and webinars, visit reorg.com/resources/events-and-webinars/ Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Reorg on the Record: reorg.com/resources/reorg-on-the-record We're looking for feedback to improve the podcast experience! Please share your thoughts by taking the survey:https://www.research.net/r/Reorg_podcast_survey

The Daily Business and Finance Show - Saturday, 20 July 2024 We get our business and finance news from Seeking Alpha and you should too! Subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium for more in-depth market news and help support this podcast. Free for 14-days! Please click here for more info: Subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium News Today's headlines: Elon Musk says CrowdStrike 'deleted from all our systems' Trump pledges end to EV 'mandate' on day one driving EV shares lower CrowdStrike outage is 'major black eye'; others may take advantage: Wedbush AMD continued losses for seven consecutive sessions Elliott Management takes 'sizable' stake in Starbucks Serve Robotics skyrockets as Nvidia takes stake SunPower stock cut in half as Guggenheim analyst predicts company's demise S&P 500 falls nearly 2% for worst week since mid-April as traders shun big tech Another 600 Delta flights canceled after global IT outage, travel waiver still in effect Explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast provides information only and should not be construed as financial or business advice. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Daily Business and Finance Show - Saturday, 6 July 2024 We get our business and finance news from Seeking Alpha and you should too! Subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium for more in-depth market news and help support this podcast. Free for 14-days! Please click here for more info: Subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium News Today's headlines: JPMorgan's Lake says customers should be ready to pay for bank accounts-report Nvidia receives rare downgrade as New Street sees it fully valued Bitcoin drops 6.5% on a weekly basis as Mt.Gox starts repayments SunPower plunges as auditor resigns, SEC subpoena disclosed Mario Gabelli 'may not sell stock' in the proposed Paramount-Skydance merger - report Gold prices rise as cooler U.S. jobs data builds case for sooner Fed rate cut Several semi stocks rise decisively during end-of-week rally MediWound jumps amid report of $34 a share takeover offer from Solventum (update) UC Berkeley study finds toxic metals in tampons Explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast provides information only and should not be construed as financial or business advice. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Daily Business and Finance Show - Friday, 5 July 2024 We get our business and finance news from Seeking Alpha and you should too! Subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium for more in-depth market news and help support this podcast. Free for 14-days! Please click here for more info: Subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium News Today's headlines: Nvidia receives rare downgrade as New Street sees it fully valued Chinese EV makers slapped with 'countervailing' EU tariffs Bitcoin drops 6.5% on a weekly basis as Mt.Gox starts repayments SunPower plunges as auditor resigns, SEC subpoena disclosed Mario Gabelli 'may not sell stock' in the proposed Paramount-Skydance merger - report 4 stocks to watch on Friday: DFS, DJT and more JPMorgan's Lake says customers should be ready to pay for bank accounts-report Tesla trades higher on reports of state vehicle purchases in Shanghai Goldman Sachs' Pasquariello: This is how market breadth is expected to broaden Explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast provides information only and should not be construed as financial or business advice. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renewable Energy Stock Picks podcast includes some great renewable energy stock analyses from Zacks, The Motley Fool, InvestorPlace, and others.   By Ron Robins, MBA Transcript & Links, Episode 130, May 17, 2024 Hello, Ron Robins here. So, welcome to this podcast episode 130 titled “Renewable Energy Stock Picks.” It's presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. Now, remember that you can find a full transcript, and links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – on this episode's podcast page located at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, nor do I receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal to you any personal investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. Additionally, quotes about individual companies are brief. Please go to this podcast's webpage for links to the actual articles for more company and stock information. Also, some companies might be covered more than once and there are also 2 article links below that time didn't allow me to review them here. ------------------------------------------------------------- 1) Renewable Energy Stock Picks I'm beginning with this article which is from the famous Zacks research team. It's titled 4 Stocks to Watch in the Path to Decarbonize the Future and is by Rimmi Singhi and found at sg.news.yahoo.com. Here are brief quotes by the author on each stock. “1. Clearway (CWEN) along with its subsidiaries owns and operates a diverse portfolio of contracted renewable and conventional generation, along with thermal infrastructure assets in the United States. Furthermore, Clearway's asset portfolio includes more than 9,000 megawatts (MW) of wind, solar, thermal, and natural-gas-fired power generation facilities as well as distract energy systems… The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Clearway's 2023 sales and earnings implies year-over-year growth of 15% and 149%, respectively… It boasts a long-term earnings growth rate of 10%. Clearway currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 2. NextEra (NEE) is a leading provider of wind and solar energy in the United States. The company also operates in Canada and has a growing presence in Latin America. NextEra has many renewable projects in its backlog and their completion will ensure reduced emissions. The company expects to be able to add 33-42 gigawatts (GW) of new renewables in the 2023-2026 time frame to the generation portfolio via clean energy investments… The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NextEra's 2023 and 2024 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 8% and 8.2%, respectively. The same for 2023 and 2024 revenues indicates a year-over-year uptick of 27% and 9%, respectively. The company surpassed earnings estimates in the last four quarters, the average surprise being 6.2%. It boasts a long-term earnings growth rate of 9%. NextEra currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). 3. Brookfield (BEP) is a renewable energy firm that operates hydro, wind, solar, and storage assets in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Hydroelectric power comprised 50% of its portfolio in 2022. The firm remains focused on the expansion of its expertise in wind, solar, and energy storage capabilities through acquisitions and development projects. Over the past decade, Brookfield's earnings have witnessed a CAGR of around 10%. Brookfield is committed to maintaining a strong balance sheet to support further expansion. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Brookfield's 2023 and 2024 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 120% and 275%, respectively… The firm boasts a dividend yield of more than 4% and has increased its payout five times in the last five years. Brookfield currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). 4. Vestas (VWS.CO) is a global leader in the wind energy sector. It has a wide range of expertise, including the design, manufacture, installation, development, and servicing of wind energy and hybrid projects worldwide. With over 157 GW of wind turbines installed in 88 countries, Vestas is a major player in the industry… The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Vestas' 2023 and 2024 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 126% and 189%, respectively. The same for 2023 and 2024 revenues indicates a year-over-year uptick of 7% and 25%, respectively. Vestas currently carries a Zacks Rank #3.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 2) Renewable Energy Stock Picks This second article is again by the prodigious research output group, InvestorPlace. It's titled 3 Renewable Energy Stocks to Capitalize on the Sustainability Surge. It's by Rick Orford and found on investorplace.com. Now some of what Mr. Orford says about his stock picks. “1. First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) The continued growth in solar power as an alternative energy source has made companies like First Solar an important part of the government's plan to transition to a green economy.  The company is one of the top producers of photovoltaic cells (PV) used in building CdTe solar modules that transform sunlight into electricity, making it an invaluable component of the solar power production chain. The growing demand for solar energy has led to First Solar's acquisition of an Ohio facility that serves as its distribution center, enabling it to scale manufacturing… Looking forward, First Solar expects net income per diluted share to end between $13.00 and $14.00 — almost doubling 2023 results — and net sales to be around $4.4 billion and $4.6 billion for 2024. With the government's strong push to go green, First Solar has tremendous potential, making it one of the best choices for renewable energy stocks to buy. 2. Broadwind (NASDAQ:BWEN) specializes in wind energy equipment, clean energy structures and clean technology used by different sectors. The company agreed with MarketAxess Holdings (NASDAQ:MKTX) to ‘sell earned Advanced Manufacturing Production Credits' which will help significantly improve its liquidity profile. Broadwind's latest results showcased impressive growth in FY'23. Revenue reached $203.5 million, 15% higher than the previous year's reported revenue of $176.7 million… Despite a slight decrease in orders and backlog from last year, Broadwind is still optimistic about future prospects, especially with expectations of accelerating wind development in the latter half of 2024.  3. Beam Global (NASDAQ:BEEM) is a clean technology innovator that designs advanced solutions for energy storage, electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy infrastructures.  Its patented infrastructure product EV ARC (Electric Vehicle Autonomous Renewable Charger) uses integrated battery storage and solar power that provides a power source for electric vehicle charging stations. The company also offers street furniture and street lighting products globally… The company finished FY'23 with a record revenue of $67.4 million, a 206% growth compared to last year's $23 million. Earnings for the year improved to a net loss of $1.30, an increase of 34.6% compared to the previous year's loss of $1.99. In addition, the company reported positive full-year gross profit and remained debt-free with an unused $100 million line of credit. Its significant backlog and contracts mean the company should have ample cash flow to fund its future operations.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 3) Renewable Energy Stock Picks This third article is titled SunPower Stock Has 87% Upside, According to 1 Wall Street Analyst. It's by Rich Smith and found on fool.com. Here are some of his comments. “Is SunPower (SPWR) stock a buy in 2024? Quoted on The Fly Monday, Richardson explained he cut SunPower's price target because green energy stocks have been underperforming this year and inventories are still bloated. But the analyst remains optimistic that ‘inventory channel clearings are nearly complete' and so the bottom is not far off. Combined with rising electricity rates, that's going to create more demand for cheap solar power, and create the potential for SunPower's sales to turn around. Is he right? As the saying goes, it's hard to make predictions -- especially about the future. Still, if the ‘bottom' has truly already arrived for solar power stocks, then it's arrived remarkably quickly. In related cyclical industries such as semiconductors for example, oversupply cycles ordinarily take six to 18 months to reverse. But SunPower's sales have only been falling for a couple of quarters. According to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, sales were still on an upswing as recently as the second quarter of 2023! While it's possible SunPower's going to get away with just a six-month downturn, therefore, I wouldn't bet on it. And I wouldn't bet on a company valued at $380 million, and burning more than half that amount ($201 million) in cash every year, doubling over the next 12 months either. More than likely, SunPower stock still has at least a few more rough quarters ahead of it.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 4) Renewable Energy Stock Picks The last article is titled 3 Renewable Energy Stocks That Will Make Other Investors Green With Envy. It's by Rick Orford, and found on investorplace.com. Here are some comments by Mr. Orford. “For this analysis, I've started with a screen of the top 30 Renewable Energy Companies based on the Market Cap. Then, I filtered the list for the following criteria: Year-on-year quarterly net income growth of over 30%, Analyst rating of 4 and above (moderate to strong buy) and An upside potential of over 50% based on high target prices. This list of renewable energy stocks to buy is sorted in descending order based on upside potential. 1. First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) drives the global transition to renewable energy by harnessing the sun's power. The company manufactures thin-film PV solar modules, which offer a lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon PV modules.  First Solar's business operations include manufacturing cadmium telluride solar modules, project development activities, operations and maintenance services. The company has a presence in France, Japan, Chile and, of course, the United States…  First Solar's Q4FY'23 financial report is a relief for many investors. Its revenue Increased to $1.16 billion from $1 billion YOY. EPS also recovered considerably from a 7-cent loss to a $3.27 profit per share.  Its metrics, including its YOY net income growth of 84.65%, make it easy to understand why analysts rate the stock a strong buy, with a high target of $269 — over 52.6% upside potential from its current levels.  2. Fluence Energy (NASDAQ:FLNC) is a driving force in integrating renewable energy into power grids. It delivers highly modernized energy storage solutions worldwide. The company offers various energy storage products like Gridstack Pro, Gridstack, Sunstack, Edgestack and Ultrastack. It caters to applications such as large-scale front-of-the-meter, DC-coupled solar + storage, commercial and industrial use cases, and more… Fluence Energy's Q1'24 financials are pretty decent despite minor setbacks in metrics. Its revenues increased from $363.95 million to $310.46 million YOY. Its gross profit increased from $12 million to $36.39 million. However, Fluence Energy's net quarterly income loss was $25.55 million, an improvement from $37.19 million last year.  Analysts rate FLNC stock a strong buy, targeting a high price of $37, which translates to 107% upside potential from its current levels.  3. Brookfield Renewable Partners (NYSE:BEP) is a prominent player in the renewable energy sector and owns various assets worldwide. The company's portfolio includes hydroelectric, wind, solar and energy storage facilities, with an operating capacity of approximately 33,000 megawatts.  Moreover, Brookfield Renewable Partners has a significant development pipeline and invests in sustainable solutions such as renewable natural gas, carbon capture and storage, recycling and nuclear services… Brookfield Renewable Partners reported pretty decent Q4'23 financial results with its all-positive YOY performance. Its revenue slightly increased to $1.32 billion from $1.20 billion. On top of that, the company's net income significantly increased to $264 million from $60 million, placing its EPS in a recovering trajectory of $0.01 from the -$0.16 loss reported in FY'22. Analysts rate Brookfield Renewable Partners stock a strong buy with a high target of $52, reflecting over 152% upside potential.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- One Honorable Mention Title: 3 Renewable Energy Stocks to Sell in May Before They Crash & Burn on investorplace.com. By Achintya Pasricha. One article from Australia Title: Does Australian Ethical Investment (ASX:AEF) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist? On yahoo.com. By Simply Wall St. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment Well, these are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips -- for this podcast titled: “Renewable Energy Stock Picks.” Now, please be sure to click the like and subscribe buttons on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these deeply troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. I'll talk to you next on May 31st. Bye for now.   © 2024 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

In der heutigen Folge von „Alles auf Aktien“ sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Anja Ettel und Daniel Eckert über Powells Eingeständnis, dicke Gewinne in der zweiten Reihe und einen Underdog im Aufwind. Außerdem geht es um Delivery Hero, Nagarro, Deutsche Pfandbriefbank, Verbio, Eckert & Ziegler, Brenntag, Rheinmetall, Bayer, Idexx Laboratories, Global Foundries, Tesla, Gamestop, AMC Entertainment, Bed Bath & Beyond, Lucid Group, Infinera Corporation, MP Materials, Sunpower, Maxeon Solar, Plug Power, Beyond Meat, Hertz Global, Enovix, Ginkgo Bioworks, Biontech und Sanofi. Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Ab sofort gibt es noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts und AAA-Newsletter. Hier bei WELT: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html. Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. Außerdem bei WELT: Im werktäglichen Podcast „Das bringt der Tag“ geben wir Ihnen im Gespräch mit WELT-Experten die wichtigsten Hintergrundinformationen zu einem politischen Top-Thema des Tages. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

Die vorbörslich freundliche Tendenz wurde nach den Inflationsdaten im Wesentlichen abgegeben und wir dürften im Vorfeld der morgigen April-Verbraucherpreise mehr Zurückhaltung sehen. Wir werden heute sehen, ob Anleger mehr Angst davor haben die nächste Rallye zu verpassen als Verluste im Fall von Gewinnmitnahmen zu erleiden. Die April-Erzeugerpreise lagten auf breiter Front teils deutlich über den Zielen der Wall Street. Die Gesamt- und Kernrate lagen sowohl im Vergleich zum Vormonat wie auch im Vergleich zum Vorjahr über den Erwartungen. Während die Aktien von ON Holding nach den Zahlen freundlich tendieren, sehen wir bei den Aktien von Home Depot nach den Ergebnissen ein leichtes Minus. Während Tencent die Ertragsziele deutlich schlagen konnte, verfehlt Alibaba trotz einer Ausweitung der Aktienrückkäufe die Gewinnerwartungen. Für Gesprächsstoff sorgt die Kursexplosion bei den Aktien von SunPower, AMC Entertainment, GameStop und anderen Meme-Werten. Schrott ist mit der Rückkehr von Roaring Kitty wieder in Mode. Abonniere den Podcast, um keine Folge zu verpassen! ____ Folge uns, um auf dem Laufenden zu bleiben: • Facebook: http://fal.cn/SQfacebook • Twitter: http://fal.cn/SQtwitter • LinkedIn: http://fal.cn/SQlinkedin • Instagram: http://fal.cn/SQInstagram

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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent decision by SunPower to layoff 1/3 of their workforce and what that means to the solar industry. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Northern California⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check out the website for the top solar energy equipment installer, Solar Harmonics. In each episode we discuss questions facing people making the decision to go solar. The solutions to your questions are given to you – straight  – by one of the leading experts in the solar industry, Jamie Duran, president of Solar Harmonics. Have a question about solar? Chances are Jamie's answered it in our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠searchable podcast library⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! About Adam Duran & Magnified Media Solarcast is produced and co-hosted by Adam Duran, director of Magnified Media. With offices in downtown San Francisco & Walnut Creek, California, Magnified⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Media is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠digital marketing agency⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ focused on online marketing, local and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ national SEO, website design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and lead generation for companies of all sizes. Magnified Media helps company leaders master their marketing by: • getting their website seen at the top of Google rankings, and • getting them more online reviews, • creating media content that engages with each client's target audience. In his spare time, Adam enjoys volunteering on the board of several community-based non-profits and hosting his own weekly podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Local SEO in 10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/straight-talk-solarcast/message

Happy International Women's Day, one of my favourite days of the year! While of course, we deserve to be celebrated every day of the year, I always love the way this day encourages amazing conversations, displays of support for each other and even just telling someone in your close circle that you love and appreciate having them in your life. This year, it's meant even more to me as I tippy toe right on the doorstep of motherhood - I've always been a raging feminist but I've never had more appreciation for the strength and resilience of women than experiencing pregnancy. We are fierce, powerful and even more so when we unite together so happy IWD to you all and to the allies who love and support the women in their lives. Even though we dropped a chaotic #yaysofourlives ep just a few days ago, I've got a special guest for the occasion patching in from stateside! As you know, we've been lucky to partner with Sunpower and have had the most amazing transition to solar energy, so today we have their Chief Legal & Sustainability Officer on the show, Lindsey Wiedmann. Not only does she have a fascinating, unpredictable way to yay as you know we love from a Bachelor of Science to a postgrad in Law to project finance at a law firm before her current role, she also has fascinating insights on life as a woman in the traditionally male dominated energy sector. I'll let her tell you the rest herself, but hope you enjoy! FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SUNPOWER HERE + Announcements on Insta at @spoonful_of_sarah + Join our Facebook community here + Subscribe to not miss out on the next instalment of YAY!

Join Paul F. Austin for an interesting weaving of meditation, psychedelics, and conscious leadership, with renowned executive coach Eric Kaufmann. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-234-eric-kaufmann/ This intimate conversation was recorded live from Eric's “meditation temple” built beside his house in Southern California. Eric shares his journey from being kicked out of college to finding meditation and his early adventures integrating psychedelics into his meditation practice. He reveals his insights from a year-long meditation retreat and emphasizes the growing need to bring humanity and spirituality to business. Eric lays out his two books and their roadmaps to conscious leadership. Finally, the two explore how psychedelics can be integrated into coaching to help leaders transcend “ego myopia,” which Eric sees as the biggest barrier to executive effectiveness and conscious leadership. Eric Kaufmann: Eric Kaufmann combines an unrelenting commitment to results with an unyielding regard for spirit. He is the product of forty years of Zen practice seamlessly woven into three decades of business leadership, both as a corporate leader and advisor to leaders. Eric is an appointed Thought Leader at Harvard's Institute of Coaching. He designed and taught the Coaching for Professionals program at San Diego State University, and has presented at TEDx. Author of The Four Virtues of a Leader and Leadership Breakdown, Eric is laser focused on teaching executives and leaders how to raise their game as human-centered leaders with bottom line accountability. Eric's teaching and guidance to clients such as Dr. Bronner's, Verizon, ASML, Sunpower, Circle, SDG&E, Alcon, and Facebook, weaves in tried-and-true wisdom gleaned from more than 15,000 hours as an executive guide. Eric has lived and worked on three continents, and managed and led at Fortune 100 firms. In addition to his degree in business, he is a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Master Scuba diving Instructor. In his previous life, he lived off the grid in a mountain cabin he built by himself. Eric is married for 25 years and is the blessed father of two remarkable young women who know how to navigate the Matrix.   Highlights: Finding spiritual communion through meditation From being kicked out of college to finding meditation Eric's early adventures integrating psychedelics into his meditation practice Revelations from a year-long meditation retreat Turning home and work life into spiritual practices The growing need to bring humanity and spirituality to business Cultivating community outside the workplace How conscious business practices can shape culture Unpacking the four virtues of a leader Transcending ‘Ego Myopia' to conscious leadership Integrating psychedelic experiences through coaching Eric's vision for creating more conscious leaders Learn more about Eric's books   Links: Eric's website: http://www.sagatica.com/ Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eric.kaufmann/ Eric on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickaufmann7   Episode Sponsors: Neurohacker Collective: Use code THIRDWAVE for an additional 15% off Qualia Senolytic. New Brew's non-alcoholic kratom and kava seltzers. Use code THIRDWAVE25 for 25% off. The Coaching Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute.

In der heutigen Folge „Alles auf Aktien“ sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Philipp Vetter und Holger Zschäpitz über Krypto-FOMO, ein Mini-Plus bei Nordex und Jeff Bezos in Verkaufs-Laune. Außerdem geht es um Bitcoin, Nordex, Siemens Energy, Sunpower, Solaredge, Enphase, Jinkosolar, Array, Diamondback Energy, Endeavor Energy Resources, Amazon, AirBnB, Tripadvisor, ARM, Nvidia, TSMC, ASML, AMD, Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, Apple, Tesla, GSK, Roche, ASML, Nestlé, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, L'Oréal, LVMH, Astrazeneca, SAP, Sanofi, Richemont, Siemens, Airbus, iShares Global Clean Energy (WKN: A0MW0M) und iShares MSCI Global Semiconductors (WKN: A3CVRA). Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hier findet ihr alle AAA-Bonus-Episoden bei WELT – dazu den AAA-Newsletter und noch weitere WELTplus-Inhalte: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. Außerdem bei WELT: Im werktäglichen Podcast „Das bringt der Tag“ geben wir Ihnen im Gespräch mit WELT-Experten die wichtigsten Hintergrundinformationen zu einem politischen Top-Thema des Tages. Mehr auf welt.de/kickoff und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

Did you know that the DOE Loan Programs Office's authority for clean energy commercialization increased tenfold - from $40 billion to $400 billion dollars - due to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law & the Inflation Reduction Act? In this Green Light podcast episode, Catherine McLean spoke with Arpita Bhattacharyya, Chief Climate Officer at the LPO, about the organization's strategic priorities - from green hydrogen to EVs to geothermal to wind. They also spoke about the DOE's Tribal Energy Finance Program & focus on environmental justice. Arpita also shared about her transition from project development at SunPower, to launching low emissions food at Impossible Foods, to the DOE.Arpita shared that the LPO has already deployed $20 billion in closed loans & conditional commitments, including through exciting projects involving Longpath Technologies, NextEra Energy, Ormat Technologies, Cyrq Energy, Global Infrastructure Partners, Blueoval sk LLC, Sunnova, Exelon, Ford, Eos Energy Enterprises, & Ultium Cells. If you're interested in applying for funding with the LPO, learn more: http://tinyurl.com/chz6ea7u. If you're looking for your next role in clean energy, take a look at our industry-leading clients' latest job openings: bit.ly/dg_jobs. If you're a clean energy employer & need help scaling your workforce efficiently with top tier candidates, contact Catherine McLean, CEO & Founder of Dylan Green, directly on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3odzxQr. 

Last November UIS Innovate Springfield and the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln hosted a public event titled “The Next Technology Revolution,” which featured, Springfield native and Vice Chairman for equity private markets at Jefferies' Global Technology Investment Banking Group, Cully Davis.Davis has nearly 30 years of investment banking experience and worked with numerous businesses known for being on the cutting edge of technology including, Google, Groupon, Lyft, Box, Kite Pharma, MicroStrategy, and SunPower to name a few. At this event, Davis shared lessons he's learned in Silicon Valley and the elements needed to make Springfield the home of the next technology revolution.

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This week on Everybody in the Pool, we are once again thinking big when it comes to the energy transition. If last week was about electrifying whole fleets of cars, this week is about electrifying entire towns! Dan Bridleman of KB Home and Matt Brost of Sunpower join Molly to talk about how they've teamed up on a big experiment in southern California: a planned community of more than 200 net zero homes, all-electric, with smart thermostats and plugs and energy meters, with solar and whole-home batteries, that will also be connected with a community battery and a microgrid that will send power back to the utility to help keep the lights on when needed and give power back to the utility when they need it. Cool, right? Let's move there!RESOURCES & LINKSShadow Mountain at Menifee: https://www.kbhome.com/new-homes-california/menifeeAll episodes: https://www.everybodyinthepool.com/Subscribe to the Everybody in the Pool newsletter: https://www.mollywood.co/Become a member and get an ad-free version of the podcast: https://plus.acast.com/s/everybody-in-the-poolPlease subscribe and tell your friends about EITP! Send feedback or become a sponsor at in@everybodyinthepool.com! To support the show and get an ad-free listening experience, please jump in and become a member of Everybody in the Pool! https://plus.acast.com/s/everybody-in-the-pool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Waters is always looking for a challenge. He thrives on chasing growth and the rush that comes by solving hard problems. And a maturing market often signals the need for a fresh start.So it may come as no surprise that Waters found his way to battery storage, and one of its darlings, Oregon-based Powin Energy. The company, with 3 GWh of assets in operation, and another 12 GWh in production, is steadily separating itself from a pack of would-be contenders.Waters got his start in semiconductors and later led solar module manufacturer Maxeon in its spinoff from SunPower into public markets. Only a few months into his new role as Powin's CEO, he's already positioning the company to be "IPO ready" for the time when the right opportunity arises. And it could be soon. On Episode 68 of the Factor This! podcast, Waters highlights opportunities ahead for battery storage, weighs in on concerns of market saturation, and discusses a potential IPO timeline.Watch the full episode on YouTubeRegister 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.

The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains. Includes 2023 ranking of best ESG companies and best solar and renewable stocks. Transcript & Links, Episode 117, November 3, 2023 Hello, Ron Robins here. So, welcome to this podcast episode 117 titled “The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains.” It's presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. And look at my newly revised website at investingforthesoul.com! Tell me what you think. Now, remember that you can find a full transcript, and links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – on this episode's podcast page located at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, nor do I receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal to you any personal investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. Additionally, quotes about individual companies are brief. Please go to this podcast's webpage for links to the actual articles for more company and stock information. Also, some companies might be covered more than once and there are also 3 article links below that time didn't allow me to review them here. ------------------------------------------------------------- 1) The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains I'm beginning with this article titled 13 Best ESG Stocks To Buy Now by Syed Ijaz seen on finance.yahoo.com. Here's some of what Mr. Ijaz has to say. “We selected 40 companies from the Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (ESGV) and iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF (ESGD). We then picked the largest companies in terms of capitalization and then ranked them based on Insider Monkey's database of 910 hedge funds tracked at the end of Q2 this year… 13. JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 106 In 2022, JPMorgan Chase financed and facilitated about $197 billion in climate, community development and sustainable development projects and initiatives. 12. Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) Hedge Fund Holders: 109 The company has developed and implemented ESG initiatives over the years… The company thoroughly focuses on its diversity, equity and inclusion activities. 11. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) Hedge Fund Holders: 111 UnitedHealth Group is a part of the National Academy of Medicine's Action Collaborative on Decarbonizing the US Health Sector and expects to reach operational net-zero target by 2035. 10. Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) Hedge Fund Holders: 114 In terms of ESG, the firm plans to halve its emissions by 2030. 9. Salesforce, Inc. (NYSE:CRM) Hedge Fund Holders: 122 In its fiscal 2023 ESG report, the California-based company said that it maintained net zero residual emissions and provided more than $82 million as grants and donations to partners and communities globally. 8. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) Hedge Fund Holders: 135 By 2030, the technology giant expects to manufacture all products carbon neutral. 7. Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA) Hedge Fund Holders: 139 It intends to reach net-zero emissions by 2040 and support its suppliers' decarbonizing strategies. 6. Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) Hedge Fund Holders: 152 Alphabet has planned to commit to net-zero emissions throughout all of its operations and value chain by 2030. 5. Visa Inc. (NYSE:V) Hedge Fund Holders: 171 Starting in 2020, Visa achieved carbon neutrality throughout its operations and transitioned to 100% renewable electricity. 4. NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) Hedge Fund Holders: 175 NVIDIA has set a target to achieve and maintain 100% renewable electricity across its operations and data centers by fiscal 2025. 3. Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) Hedge Fund Holders: 225 In its 2023 sustainability report, Meta's Vice President of Data Center Strategy Rachel Peterson said that the firm is moving towards the goals of net zero emissions throughout the value chain and becoming water positive across its operations, anticipating to attain both of these benchmarks in 2030. 2. Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) Hedge Fund Holders: 278 The company intends to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and empower its operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025. 1. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) Hedge Fund Holders: 300 By 2030, Satya Nadella-led Microsoft Corporation expects to be carbon negative and by 2050, it intends to eliminate its emissions.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 2) The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains Next, we have this great ESG ranking. The article is titled IBD's 100 Best ESG Companies For 2023. It's by Adam Shell on investors.com. This is some of what Mr. Shell has to say. “Topping the list this year is Microsoft (MSFT). Applied Materials (AMAT) took second place. In third place is Woodward (WWD). Best ESG Companies Methodology To build the 2023 100 Best ESG Companies list, we started with each company's ESG sustainability score created by Dow Jones Newswires, an IBD affiliate. These scores capture a broad spectrum of information on the ESG profile of more than 6,000 global companies. On Aug. 24, IBD asked Dow Jones for an ESG-scored list of all the U.S.-traded companies it tracks, a total of 2,067. We then cut the list to 1,559 companies on Aug. 25 by removing nonpublic companies and companies with stock prices below $10 a share. We also removed any companies that lacked sufficient data to create an IBD Composite Rating. We further qualified the list by removing those companies that did not meet or beat the S&P 500 in the past five years. [From which] We selected the 100 with the highest IBD Composite Rating — all with scores of 81 or better.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 3) The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains Now we have another similarly titled to the first article above. This article is titled 13 Best Solar Energy Stocks To Invest In Heading Into 2024. It's by Ramish Cheema and found at finance.yahoo.com. Here are some of the points Mr. Cheema made. “To compile our list of the best solar energy stocks to invest in, we used the top 20 stock picks of the Invesco Solar ETF (NYSE:TAN) that are traded on American stock exchanges and ranked them by the number of hedge funds that had bought the shares as of June 2023 using data from Insider Monkey's database of 910 hedge funds. 13. SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) Number of Hedge Fund Investors: 17 SunPower is an American solar company that sells household solar power devices in the U.S. and in Canada. 12. Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure plc (NASDAQ:AY) Hedge Fund Investors: 18 Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure is a global British energy company with a renewable energy division. 11. Altus Power, Inc. (NYSE:AMPS) Hedge Fund Investors: 19 Altus Power is a small utility company that operates solar power generation systems used by both private and industrial users. 10. Sunnova Energy International Inc. (NYSE:NOVA) Hedge Fund Investors: 19 Sunnova Energy International is an American company with more than a thousand megawatts of solar power generation capacity in its portfolio. 9. Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MAXN) Hedge Fund Investors: 20 Maxeon Solar Technologies is a Singaporean pure play solar power hardware firm that makes and sells solar panels. 8. Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE:DQ) Hedge Fund Investors: 22 Daqo New Energy is a Chinese semiconductor manufacturer that provides products to solar panel manufacturers. 7. Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:SHLS) Hedge Fund Investors: 24 Shoals Technologies is a solar hardware company that sells products used to charge batteries and monitor solar power generation systems. 6. Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:RUN) Hedge Fund Investors: 24 Sunrun. is a solar power hardware firm that sells solar panels and energy storage systems. 5. Clearway Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CWEN) Hedge Fund Investors: 29 The firm generates thousands of megawatts of electricity through renewable power plants which include solar facilities 4. Array Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARRY) Hedge Fund Investors: 32 Array Technologies sells hardware products that enable solar panels to track the Sun's movements. 3. SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:SEDG) Hedge Fund Investors: 43 SolarEdge Technologies is a backend solar power firm that sells inverters and other associated products. 2. Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) Hedge Fund Investors: 50 Enphase Energy is one of the largest solar companies in the U.S. It provides micro inverters, batteries, and other solar power products. 1. First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Hedge Fund Investors: 51 First Solar sells solar panels to industrial and other large scale users.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 4) The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains Continuing on the energy theme is this next article titled 3 Alternative Energy Stocks to Buy Amid Rising Wind Turbine Cost. It's by Aparajita Dutta and on Nasdaq.com. Here's some of what Ms. Dutta has to say about her picks. “1. Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG) Based in Baltimore, MD, the company is the nation's largest producer of carbon-free energy and provides sustainable solutions to homes, businesses and public-sector customers… It currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). 2. Crescent Energy Company (CRGY) Based in Fort Worth, TX, the company is an independent oil and natural gas company that acquires, explores, develops, exploits and produces crude oil and natural gas properties… It currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.  3. Enlight Renewable Energy (ENLT) Based in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company provides a renewable energy platform that develops, finances, constructs, owns and operates utility-sale renewable energy projects… It currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 5) The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains Yes, yet another listing of 13 stocks. This one is titled 13 Best Alternative Energy Stocks To Buy Now. It's by Faiq Zafar and found on finance.yahoo.com. Her's part of what Mr. Zafar Has to say. “To compile our list of the 13 best alternative energy stocks to buy now, we first made a list of the 30 largest alternative energy companies in the world in terms of their market capitalization… The stocks have been ranked based on the number of hedge funds which hold stakes in them. 13. Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (NYSE:BEP) Hedge Fund Holdings: 13 As of 2022, Brookfield Renewable Partners owns more than 200 hydroelectric plants, 150 wind farms, more than 600 solar facilities, and four storage facilities across the world. 12. Sunnova Energy International Inc. (NYSE:NOVA) Hedge Fund Holdings: 19 Sunnova Energy International is an American solar energy company which was founded in 2012. 11. Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) Hedge Fund Holdings: 20 Plug Power is an American company which focuses on the production of hydrogen fuel cell systems which are geared to replace conventional batteries in electrical equipment and vehicles. 10. Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE:DQ) Hedge Fund Holdings: 22 Daqo New Energy is a Chinese alternative energy company which focuses on the manufacture of monocrystalline silicon and polysilicon, which is an essential in the production of solar photovoltaic cells. 9. Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:RUN) Hedge Fund Holdings: 24 Sunrun is an American company which manufactures photovoltaic systems and battery energy storage products, specifically for residential consumers. 8. Algonquin Power and Utilities Corp. (NYSE:AQN) Hedge Fund Holdings: 29 Algonquin Power and Utilities is a Canadian clean energy and regulated utility conglomerate with multiple assets across the North American continent. 7. SolarEdge Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SEDG) Hedge Fund Holdings: 43 SolarEdge Technologies is an Israeli company… the company was one of the first clean energy companies in the world to successfully commercialize power optimizers, small devices placed behind each solar panel to allow for module-level MPPT and panel-level monitoring. 6. Constellation Energy Corp (NASDAQ:CEG) Hedge Fund Holdings: 46 Constellation Energy. is an American energy company which focuses on the production of electric power, natural gas, and energy management services. 5. Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) Hedge Fund Holdings: 50 Enphase Energy is an American energy technology company which produces and manufactures solar micro-inverters, battery energy storage, and EV charging stations. 4. First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Hedge Fund Holdings: 51 First Solar is an American energy company which focuses on the manufacture of solar panels, and provides utility-scale PV power plants. 3. NextEra Energy Inc. (NYSE:NEE) Hedge Fund Holdings: 59 NextEra Energy is an American energy company. It is the largest electric utilities holding company in the world by overall market capitalization. As of 2022, more than 60% of NextEra's generating capacity was from clean energy sources. 2. General Electric Co. (NYSE:GE) Hedge Fund Holdings: 71 GE is an American multinational conglomerate which is spread across multiple divisions. 1. Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) Hedge Fund Holdings: 79 Tesla is an American multinational automotive and clean energy company which manufactures electric vehicles, stationary battery storage devices from home to grid-scale, solar panels, and other related products.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Other Honorable Mentions – not in any order. 1) Title: White House Investment Bodes Well for This Clean Energy ETF on etftrends.com. By Ben Hernandez. 2) Title: Union Pacific a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock With 2.5% Yield (UNP) seen on nasdaq.com. By BNK Invest. 3) Title: Top 10: Renewable Energy Companies in the USA on Energy Magazine energydigital.com. By Charlie King. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment Well, these are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips -- for this podcast titled: “The Best ESG Stocks for Potential Gains.” Now, please be sure to click the like and subscribe buttons on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these very troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. And, again, please look at my new totally revised website at investingforthesoul.com. Tell me what you think! Talk to you next on November 17th! Bye for now.   © 2023 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

Please take our listener survey.LG Electronics has re-entered the renewable energy space with a new residential battery storage system called LG Home ESS. Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by Jim Brown, Senior Account Manager at LG Electronics, to discuss LG's journey into clean energy and the details around their new LG Home battery system.Jim has been in the solar industry for 14 years, starting in solar manufacturing automation with Swiss company Komax Solar where he worked on machinery to interconnect solar cells. He later joined SunPower for 4.5 years in commercial and residential sales before moving to LG Solar during their solar module days. When LG exited the solar module business, Jim moved to their new energy storage division to help launch their Home ESS product in the US market last year.The LG Home ESS is an AC-coupled lithium-ion battery system with 7.5kW continuous output, 14.4kWh capacity, and unique self-care features for installers and homeowners. This system includes the Home Battery itself, an inverter, a Smart Energy gateway box, and an automatic transfer switch.Jim explains how Home ESS fits into LG's home appliances and electronics portfolio, their go-to-market strategy through certified installers, and their LG Pro program for exclusive marketing support. He emphasizes the importance of LG's long history and warranty commitment in giving homeowners confidence.Tune in to hear more about the LG Home Battery system and LG's journey into clean energy.If you're an installer interested in learning more about bringing LG battery storage to your customers, visit their website at lg.com/us or contact Jim directly at jim.brown@lge.com.Key TakeawaysHow does LG provide sales/technical support to installers offering the Home Battery system?What types of integrated automation can LG provide for homes beyond just solar + storage?Does the LG Home Battery system allow for time-of-use optimization to reduce electricity costs?What connectivity protocols and remote monitoring does LG offer for installers to manage the Home Battery?LGJim Brown 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

Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets. Down markets provide stock buying opportunities in some infrastructure and renewable energy stocks. Transcript & Links, Episode 115, October 6, 2023 Hello, Ron Robins here. So, welcome to this podcast episode 115 titled “Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets.” It's presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. And look at my newly revised website at investingforthesoul.com! Tell me what you think. Now, remember that you can find a full transcript, and links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – on this episode's podcast page located at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, nor do I receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal to you any personal investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. Additionally, quotes about individual companies are brief. Please go to this podcast's webpage for links to the actual articles for more company and stock information. Also, some companies might be covered more than once and there are also 4 article links below that time didn't allow me to review here. ------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets I'm beginning with this article which reflects the title of this episode. The article is titled These 4 Stocks Will Thrive Even if There's a Recession. It's by Nicholas Jasinski and published on barrons.com. Here's some of what Mr. Jasinski writes. “A trio of U.S. government programs—the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the Chips Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act—will help keep the money flowing, come economic rain or shine. Together, the three represent hundreds of billions of dollars in spending and subsidies targeted at upgrading the nation's roads and bridges, expanding domestic manufacturing of semiconductors, and modernizing the electrical grid, among many other things… Many of the obvious beneficiaries have already seen their stocks surge in anticipation. Those include the construction and engineering contractors who will be doing a lot of the planning and construction work for the plethora of projects coming up. Take Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) … a 2023 Barron's Roundtable pick in January when shares were around $32. The stock has climbed 126% this year, to a recent $74. Quanta Services (PWR) … the 800-pound gorilla in the space, is up 33% this year and trades for 27 times forward earnings, versus its five-year average of around 16.5 times. Chasing these infrastructure and electrification winners now seems tough, and there may be a better entry point should markets pull back. Some, though, might be worth considering despite big gains. Daniel Skubiz, a portfolio manager at Ziegler Capital Management, points to  MYR Group (MYRG) … which sits in the sweet spot for the investments that the U.S. government, utilities, and companies are making—recession or not. The stock, up 47% year to date, has been no slouch, and shares trade at a premium multiple of 21 times forward earnings. But that's well deserved for the builder of large-scale electrical infrastructure, including transmission and distribution power lines, substations, and for a variety of commercial and industrial applications. Other stocks in the group appear cheaper, and many are small-caps, which as a group have had a tough 2023… MasTec (MTZ) and Aecom (ACM) … are other construction and engineering companies that have sat out the group's 2023 rally and are trading at reasonable valuations. They're worth a look even if there's a recession.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets Continuing along these lines is this video podcast titled These Solar Energy Stocks Have Dropped 60%+ but They May Be Good Buys Now. It's by Travis Hoium and found on fool.com. Here's some of what Mr. Hoium says. The stocks he covers are Enphase, SolarEdge, SunPower, and Sunrun. “Solar energy stocks have had a tough year, despite improving subsidies and technology in the industry. Is a recovery coming? Solar energy stocks have been on a downward slide all year as interest rates and falling demand hit the industry. In this video, Travis Hoium covers the challenges and opportunities for some solar companies in the future.  *Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of Sept. 20, 2023.” End quotes. You can find the video by clicking this link https://youtu.be/27BJlOyAtrg ------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets And we have more on renewable energy in this next article. It's titled 2 Renewable Energy Stocks That Could Put You in the Green and it's by Demetris Afxentiou on fool.ca. Now some brief comments by Mr. Afxentiou from his article. “Clean energy: long-term potential and a healthy yield Innergex Renewable Energy (TSX:INE) … is one of those stocks that go unnoticed by investors. It's also one of the renewable energy stocks that could bolster your long-term portfolio. Innergex operates a portfolio of 85 facilities with a generating capacity of over 4,200MW. The company also has a backlog of projects in various stages of development comprising over 9,300MW of capacity. Part of that is because, unlike many other renewable operators, Innergex has taken an aggressive stance on expansion. Innergex has operations across North America, South America, and Europe. In terms of facilities, Innergex's portfolio comprises hydro, wind, and solar elements. While its portfolio of facilities also includes battery energy storage systems. So then, what makes Innergex one of the renewable energy stocks to buy right now? Despite the company's aggressive growth and juicy dividend (more on that in a second), Innergex's stock is down 25% year to date. Some of that drop can be attributed to the rise in interest rates and spill-on effect it has on borrowing. Still, the company remains a stellar long-term pick that also boasts a healthy 5.89% (dividend), making it a great option for growth and income-seeking investors alike. (Next) An established name for a great, green investment Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) … is an intriguing option worthy of mention. Brookfield Renewable currently has operations across 20 countries, boasting a well-diversified portfolio of wind, solar, and hydro facilities across those markets. The stable, if not lucrative, business model that Brookfield and other renewable energy stocks adhere to provides a recurring source of revenue. That revenue stream is backed by long-term regulated contracts which often span decades. The company is also expecting to continue growing its portfolio through rate increases and expansion. Turning to income, Brookfield offers investors a juicy 5.22% yield. This fact, along with the expected growth of the renewable energy market alone, makes Brookfield a superb buy-and-forget candidate for almost any portfolio Throw in the substantial discount on the stock right now, which shows a 30% drop over the trailing 12-month period, and you have a great discounted buy. Final thoughts No investment is without some risk, and that includes the otherwise superb renewable energy stocks noted above. Fortunately, both Brookfield and Innergex have the funds and growth options to not only weather market volatility but continue to grow for years. In my opinion, one or both would do well as part of any well-diversified portfolio.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets Now here's an article that gives good ESG analysis into a stock in almost all ethical and sustainable portfolios -- whether they know it or not. The article is titled Does Coca-Cola's ESG Strategy Make It a Buy for Ethical Investors Seeking Sustainability With Dividends? It's by Nicholas Robbins – no relation to me – and seen on fool.com. Here's some of what Mr. Robbins says. “Striking the right balance between financial returns and ethical considerations remains a growing concern for many investors. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles can offer a guiding light for ethical investors. Coca-Cola (KO) … the beverage giant, offers an intriguing proposition in this regard. It's worth a look into whether Coca-Cola's stock provides an appealing choice for investors who prioritize sustainability and responsible corporate practices while seeking stable dividend income. A beacon of ESG commitment Essentially, ESG principles are a set of criteria that investors use to evaluate a company's impact on the world. In Coca-Cola's case, this translates into a commitment to reducing its environmental footprint, promoting social responsibility, and adhering to high governance standards. And all of this can impact the company's financial performance.  Coca-Cola's ESG strategy appears deeply embedded in the company's DNA. According to Morningstar Sustainalytics, the company ranks 29th for sustainability in the category of food products, beating out rival PepsiCo, which ranks 39th out of 624 companies.  Sustainability drives profitability Coca-Cola's initiatives to reduce plastic use, enhance water efficiency, and improve energy efficiency all have financial benefits… The company's 2021 sustainability goals included reducing the creation of new plastic from nonrenewable sources by 20% of its 2020 figures over the following five years…Less plastic means less raw material expense and less energy required for production, ultimately resulting in higher profit margins. Coca-Cola's adoption of ultra-lightweight technology for its packaging, which extends shelf life while saving on packaging costs, provides an excellent example of how sustainability and cost-efficiency can go hand in hand. Such innovations are not just about being environmentally responsible; they make business sense, too… Water replenishment provides sustainability Coca-Cola continues to deliver on its water leadership goals, having replenished more water than it consumed since 2015, according to its 2022 ESG report. This not only aligns with ethical concerns, but also helps ensure the company's long-term viability, as water remains a crucial ingredient in its offerings. Coca-Cola's water replenishment initiatives, such as the Living Danube Partnership with the World Wildlife Fund, contribute to environmental conservation and secure access to a crucial resource for its operations. This partnership includes efforts to restore water to the Danube River Basin, which covers 10 countries in Eastern Europe, where local wetlands fell to 20% of their historical area, according to the WWF… Forging a path to net-zero emissions Coca-Cola, together with its bottling partners, has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040… A sustainable dividend can't hurt Coca-Cola's commitment to ESG principles isn't just about doing the right thing; it also presents an enticing prospect for dividend-seeking investors. The company has a remarkable track record of increasing dividends annually for over six decades… Potential risks and rewards While Coca-Cola's sustainability initiatives appear impressive, there are potential challenges to consider. Continued transition to sustainable practices can involve upfront costs, which may impact short-term profitability. The Living Danube grant, for example, cost the company $4.4 million, not including the costs of establishment and implementation. Additionally, consumer preferences and regulatory changes can vary over time, potentially affecting product demand and supply chain dynamics. Such shifts can delay or even derail sustainability initiatives. Coke notes the challenge of building better consumer recycling habits have hampered its efforts to meet its World Without Waste goals, which sought to recycle one can or bottle for each one sold by 2030 and have seen little progression to date.  Investors should weigh these factors alongside the benefits of Coca-Cola's sustainable journey when evaluating its long-term investment appeal. Still, Coca-Cola's stock offers new investors a refreshing blend of sustainability and profitability for those who value both their financial and ethical bottom lines.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Other Honorable Mentions – not in any order 1) Title: Can the U.S. Make Solar Panels? This Company Thinks So. On nytimes.com. By Ivan Penn. 2) Title: Faith-Based Investing Gathers Momentum on morningstar.co.uk. By James Gard. 3) Title: Top 10: Renewable Energy Companies on energydigital.com. By Tom Swallow. 4) Title: 15 Climate Tech Companies to Watch in 2023 MIT Technology Review on technologyreview.com. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment Well, these are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips -- for this podcast titled: “Analysts Like These Stocks in Today's Markets.” Now, please be sure to click the like and subscribe buttons on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these very troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. And, again, please look at my new totally revised website at investingforthesoul.com. Tell me what you think! Talk to you next on October 20th! Bye for now.   © 2023 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

Batteries were everywhere at September's RE+ Conference in Vegas. I counted over 100 different battery company and system vendors. It was more of a battery and solar tracker show than a solar show — demonstrating the rapid evolution of these clean energy technologies. But out of a hundred batteries on the show floor, there are only half a dozen that I would recommend to homeowners. Home battery systems should provide reliable backup power during a blackout, and also generate utility bill savings. The vast majority of batteries I saw on the show were basically not ready for prime time. Here's why… First, you need a complete battery system, not just a battery. In addition to the battery, these systems require controls, an inverter, an enclosure, a transfer switch, communications, and a lot of software. It's extremely important that all these major components are controlled by one company. Batteries are not “plug and play” like printers and solar panels. Second, your battery system should be manufactured by an established company with a strong balance sheet and local service and support — not just a PO Box and a WhatApp number. I often say that it takes an army to grow a successful battery storage system company. Almost impossible to succeed on a shoestring. Third, you need a contractor that knows how to install, configure and support the system. Solar contractors with electricians on staff are generally the most qualified. An experienced local solar contractor is best positioned to give you good advice. Based on recent installation data from Ohm Analytics, the most popular battery systems are from Tesla, SolarEdge, SunPower, Enphase, Generac and FranklinWH. I'm gonna go out on a limb here and be specific about my favorites. Enphase is best for small systems. FranklinWH is best for fast installations and whole home backup. SolarEdge has the most efficient system, and can install the most battery capacity in the smallest space. And Tesla is currently the least expensive and has a well-known brand name. For more about my recommendations of home battery systems, please listen to this week's Energy Show. You'll get a charge out of it!

Ep#166: Digital Marketing Strategies with Anna CovertJoin Helen Edwards and January Liddell with Special Guest: Anna Covert, founder of Covert Communication, the largest digital marketing firm in Hawaii. Watch on YouTube to get the full visual of Anna's prompts for digital methods. If you are a business owner or entrepreneur of any size, this is an episode that will surely provide value for your digital marketing journey. Anna Covert is the founder of Covert Communication, the largest digital marketing firm in Hawaii. Over the past 19 years she has become recognized in the industry for her unwavering business ethics and love for the solar industry. A powerhouse, Covert has worked with over 150 solar companies and manufacturers worldwide with a focus on SunPower and Panasonic developing API technology solutions and featured as preferred marketing partner for their extensive dealer networks. A true entrepreneur, Covert has created numerous technology solutions and products that solve problems for consumers and business owners as they engage online and offline including Solar Wizard Plugin, Aerial Impacts, The MANA Solution, Confirmed Solar Sits, The GoodBots, and is a founding partner of Reactium.io an open source framework being used daily by IBM with contributors from over 60 leaders in the space including Apple and Microsoft.From high end consulting with fortune 500 companies, to helping small businesses not be taken advantage of, her mission is to “lift up” the industry and protect all consumers from the escalating online marketing and media fraud that is plaguing the industry.Anna Covert LinkedIn bio -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-covert/Helen Edwards is a Financial Strategist, Creator of Speaking Events, Workshops, Yoga Retreats, & Host to the Sexy Freedom Media Podcast. International Author: Nothing Sexier Than Freedom & Your Inner Evolution.  January Liddell is a Financial Expert, author, and military wife. Click our Link below to find more information on us and our offers today! More info here: VIP Finance Builders CLICK HERE for to book your 10-minute Financial Consultation Get your copy of the book, Nothing Sexier Than Freedom CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://linktr.ee/sexyfreedommedia Disclaimer:  We are not doctors, therapists, psychologists, lawyers, or medical professionals of any kind. Please be advised if you have any life threatening medical conditions or mental health, please see your doctor. National Suicide Hotline: 988   Thank you for all the continued support. Please leave us a review  here or on our Facebook Page: Sexy Freedom Media You can also send us a note or review to SexyFreedomNow@gmail.com Join our Facebook Group: Sexy, Successful, and Soul Fed  https://www.facebook.com/groups/sexys... Support the show "Buy us a coffee" https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Helofajourney https://www.buymeacoffee.com/januarylidl Support the show

Episode 409... Labor Day Special! If you hate work, love work, or maybe you don't have to work and could give two craps... plenty of job-themed rippers in this episode. Both Bros split the DJ efforts solo, so we spare you some banter. Another brand-new song from the BGP themselves and El Matador! Some newer lix as usual, including a cover sent in. Enjoy, you working human scum (as our robot mascot Punkbot would say)!Listen to Episode 409:On ARCHIVE. Or play it below: (scroll for set list)Listen to The Brothers Grim Punkcast:ARCHIVE.Org - hear/download past episodesPUNK ROCK DEMONSTRATION - Wednesdays 7 p.m. PSTRIPPER RADIO - Fridays & Saturdays 7 p.m. PSTApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsContact Brothers Grim Punk:brothersgrimpunk@gmail.com - In a punk band? Send us your music! Want us to make you a punk song? Email us some lyrics!@Punkbot138 on Instagram@BrosGrimPunk on XMore Punk Music:Bandcamp - Follow us and download our albums: Brothers Grim Punk, Fight Music, and more!YouTube - tons of punk playlists, from Anarchy to Violence!Working class Punx...Berlin Work Sucks 0:39 Turtle Rage Chambers Of Peace Nuke Work 1:18 The Uglies Still U.G.L.Y. Worker Bee 0:57 D.R.I. Thrash Zone All We Do Is Work 1:45    Brothers Grim Punk    BGP Labor Day Single Why Don't You Get a Job? (bkgrd) 2:49 The Offspring The Offspring: Greatest Hits Carp 1:48 Guttermouth The Album Formerly Known As Full Length LP NYNY fucked up at work 1:24 the jims the jims Working For The Company 2:04 The Virus Nowhere To Hide_Punk Core Recs Career Suicide 1:43 Wasted Outsider By Choice work will set you free - GIRLSCOUTCOOKIES 0:12 v/a - Fast//LOUD cassette compilation Workman's Stomp 1:19 Dragged Dragged Clocked In 1:33 Black Flag The First Four Years Take This Job And Shove It (bkgrd) 2:59 David Allan Coe 17 Greatest Hits Dead End Job 1:11 Nobodys Generation XXX Quit Your Job 0:24 Chixdiggit! Fat Wreck Chords-Short Songs For Short People No Money No Job 1:23 Human Toys Spin To Win Work Buy Consume and Die 1:07 DS-13 No One Will Thank You When You're Dead I Got Work in the Morning 1:11 Pizzatramp Grand Relapse Working Class Attack 1:32 Sunpower Sunpower - Decade 12'' Work 1:27 Screeching Weasel Screeching Weasel Detroit GO TO WORK (bkgrd) 3:00 PLATiNUM CRACK! ELECTROPUNK EP Rich Men North of Richmond cover 2:43 DUERST THE WUERST 2023 Single Milwaukee SWEATING 1:16 GORILLA KNIFEFIGHT THIS KNIFE WINS THE FIGHT! NYNY ALL WORK NO PLAY 1:17 PIGMILK PIGMILK Nuclear Laugh Recs DEAD FUCKING BROKE 0:48 SHAKA SHAKA - S/T WA DC Es Duro ser Working Class 1:10 Corvo Cortadas Dead Invoices Guff - Working Man 1:55 Guff   Mongrel // Guff - Inner Self SPLIT UK Work For The 1% 0:47 Ättestor The Final Tracks Working Stiff 1:26 Ferd Mert Morons Working (bkgrd) 2:46 Cock Sparrer Shock Troops Don't Quit Your Day Job 1:25 Spazz La Revancha Where Do You Work? 0:53 Fuck On The Beach I Have Never Seen Myself Everything Cool Comes from the Working Class 0:06 SHITSTORMTROOPER GULF COAST GRINDVIOLENCE [NTR 345] Suicide Of Work Pressure 1:00 Disclone The Neverending Nightmare - EP Get A Job 0:10 Black Thoughts All The Songs Day Job 1:04 AFD Adventure Island EP_Denver 72-Hour Work Week 3:53 Formerly Known As ...We Don't Like Us, Either The Working Man (bkgrd) 3:05 Creedence Clearwater Revival Platinum Finland Working Class Boys 2:13 The Hostile Ones The Hostile Ones

This episode is part of our Skilled Labor Series hosted by MCJ partner, Yin Lu. This series is focused on amplifying the voices of folks from the skilled labor workforce, including electricians, farmers, ranchers, HVAC installers, and others who are on the front lines of rewiring our infrastructure.Alyssa Thomas oversees the workforce development program at SunPower, a residential solar company, that services all 50 states in the US and has been around since the mid-1980s.The transition to clean energy is expected to generate 10 million net new jobs globally by the year 2030. Most of the anticipated job gains will likely be in the power generation, automotive, and electrical efficiency sectors. How we develop the talent to meet the job demands falls under the category of workforce development, which we've talked about before on the show. Today, we'll dive deep into what it means for the solar industry. In this episode, Yin and Alyssa discuss what workforce development encompasses for a private-sector solar company, and why more private companies are focusing on it now as a part of their business model. We also talk about the three key levers that the US should focus on to address labor shortages in the clean energy sector, bringing back career technical education curriculum into every American high school, building a stronger social services net to provide support for people transitioning into the trades, and investing more into building and maintaining apprenticeship programs. In this episode, we cover: [1:43] Alyssa's background and role at SunPower[7:23] How she landed in the solar industry[9:25] Differences between Alyssa's work in the public vs. private sector[13:46] Non-obvious things pushing us to think about workforce development[20:01] Where new talent in the trades might come from[23:06] Successful partnerships for moving folks into solar[28:59] Internal and external pathways for hiring[33:10] SunPower's work on policy[37:19] The role of community colleges in workforce development[39:11] Addressing diversity and inclusion[44:49] Programmatic barriers and key levers to getting more people in the tradesGet connected: Alyssa Thomas LinkedInYin X / LinkedInMCJ Podcast / Collective*You can also reach us via email at info@mcjcollective.com, where we encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Episode recorded on July 7, 2023 (Published on Aug 31, 2023)

In der heutigen Folge „Alles auf Aktien“ sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Daniel Eckert und Holger Zschäpitz über den Apple-Jäger Nvidia, eine Rallye bei Kiffer-Aktien und gute Zahlen bei den US-Tech-Lieblingen Salesforce, Okta und Crowdstrike. Außerdem geht es um RWE, Siemens Energy, Tingo Group, Nutanix, iShares Global Clean Energy (WKN: A0MW0M), iShares MSCI World Energy ausschüttend (WKN: A2PHCF), Plug Power, Ballard Power, Rivian Automotive, Fisker, Chargepoint Holings, SunPower, Sunnova Energy, Enphase, ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, 21Shares Crypto Basket Index ETP (WKN: A2TT3D) und ARERO – Der Weltfonds (WKN: DWS0R4). Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. Außerdem bei WELT: Im werktäglichen Podcast „Kick-off Politik - Das bringt der Tag“ geben wir Ihnen im Gespräch mit WELT-Experten die wichtigsten Hintergrundinformationen zu einem politischen Top-Thema des Tages. Mehr auf welt.de/kickoff und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

It's a little over a year since the US Inflation Reduction Act was passed into law. Solar was one of the main beneficiaries, thanks to an extension and expansion of the tax credits available to the industry. So why has the sector fallen out of favour with investors recently?August was a difficult month for the markets in general, but companies including First Solar, Sunrun, Sunpower and Sunnova (who have been featured on our sister podcast The Interchange) have had it particularly rough. To look into what's going on, host Ed Crooks is joined by two of our regular finance and investment experts: Shanu Mathew, of Lazard Asset Management, and Amy Myers-Jaffe, of NYU's Energy, Climate Justice and Sustainability Lab. Together, look at the residential and utility-scale solar markets and the investment going into them, the US perspective against a global investment backdrop, and the long-term prospects for solar.Also in this show: what went wrong at Proterra? Proterra was an electric bus and battery company championed by President Biden as an example of how the US could build a manufacturing base in cleantech, but it filed for bankruptcy in early August. What does its failure tell us about the future of electric vehicles? And how do these challenges facing two key sectors, solar and EVs, change our perceptions of the clean energy transition? Finally, ESG investing is in the spotlight again. Larry Fink, CEO of Blackrock – one of the world's biggest asset management firms – said recently that he “doesn't use the word ESG any more, because it's been entirely weaponised...by the far left and weaponised by the far right.” Republican politicians in the US have attacked ESG as “a direct threat to the American economy, individual economic freedom, and our way of life.” Some statistics have suggested that interest in ESG investing has been waning from its high point in 2021. Amy says the capital is still flowing into clean energy, but investors need to “pick the right team, the right technology, the right management.” Shanu argues that the trends still support moves towards increased sustainability and the use of environmental, social and governance factors in investment decisions. ESG may not be a buzz-word any more, at least not in a positive sense. But the ideas that lie behind it can still be useful.Follow the conversation on X, the platform we know as Twitter – we're @theenergygang. And subscribe to the show so you don't miss an episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Today's Episode: You'd be hard-pressed to find someone in the solar industry who hasn't heard of, worked for, competed against, or just stood in awe at the company today's guest built w/his brother. Borrego Solar is an institution in the solar industry here in the USA alongside such names as REC Solar, SunPower, and SolarCity. The Hall brothers and their 3rd co-founder have unlocked something special that has created one of the most enduring (and prolific) solar companies of our time. And I finally got the opportunity to dig deep with Mike Hall, the 20+ yr CEO of this industry leader, to get the goods on just what makes this company tick and how they've had such staying power and dominance through the years. The clean energy industry is experiencing rapid growth and transformation, yet it faces significant challenges that must be overcome to reach its full potential. Two of the most pressing challenges include connecting renewable energy resources to the electric grid and dealing with inefficiencies in the procurement process for large-scale solar and battery projects. The complexity of interconnecting diverse energy sources, along with the lack of real-time data and analytical tools in procurement, creates barriers that hinder the industry's progress.Mike Hall, CEO and co-founder of Borrego Solar and Anza Renewables (which recently spun out of Borrego), has been at the forefront of tackling these challenges for more than 2 decades. With Borrego Solar, he has been instrumental in pioneering the residential, C&I and even community solar markets, especially in developing and financing projects and unlocking the value in virtual net metering projects in California and the Northeast. These innovative efforts have paved the way for connecting more renewable energy resources to the grid, the careers of thousands of #SolarWarriors, and countless prosperous former-employee-led startups along the way. Through Anza Renewables, Mike is addressing the procurement inefficiencies by aggregating real-time data from over 90% of the US market and utilizing advanced algorithms to optimize buyers' choices based on lifetime value rather than just upfront costs.By focusing on these two distinct challenges - Development & Product Delivery, Mike's leadership and innovation are helping to shape a more resilient and sustainable clean energy landscape. Through Borrego Solar, the connection of renewable energy resources to the grid has become more accessible, opening up new opportunities for growth in the community solar market. Meanwhile, Anza Renewables is transforming the way large-scale solar and battery projects are procured, making the process more efficient, transparent, and financially rewarding for buyers. Together, these efforts are not only solving immediate problems but also laying the groundwork for a more robust clean energy future.Listen in as Mike finally pulls back the veil on 20 years of solar industry entrepreneurship as leader of one of the most iconic and economically impactful companies of our time. His anecdotes of learning from sports, harnessing failure, and riding out the solarcoaster are both entertaining and instructive. If you want to connect with today's guest, you'll find links to his contact info in the show notes on the blog at https://mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes/.SunCast is presented by Sungrow, the world's most bankable inverter brand.You can learn more about all the sponsors who help make this show free for you at...

Website: Wallbox.com Stock: $WBX Bio: Enric is a passionate, results-driven leader who brings more than a decade of experience working in the energy industry to his role as CoFounder and CEO at Wallbox (NYSE:WBX), a global leader of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions worldwide.    Enric co-founded Wallbox with Eduard Castaneda in 2015 after realizing there was a huge and crucial gap in the market, home charging. Prior to founding Wallbox, Enric was the Program Manager for Charging Installations at TESLA Motors in Europe (Amsterdam). His main responsibility was ensuring that customers always had the best charging solution to charge at home and at the workplace.   Enric has built Wallbox's global brand, business and team from the ground up. In 2015, Enric and Eduard designed their first charger, Commander, which would be the first of many state-of-the-art innovations that would propel the company's overall growth in the EV charging and energy management space. These sleeker, smarter and simpler charging and energy management solutions have become increasingly relevant at a time when consumers, enterprises and governments are realizing that the new reality for mobility is electric.    Under Enric's leadership, Wallbox has achieved many operational and product milestones. In 2021, the company became the first Spanish tech company to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Wallbox has grown to over 1,250 employees in Europe, APAC and the Americas and has products available in over 113 countries. Enric has been instrumental in forging key partnerships that have made a huge impact on the company's growth including Nissan, Uber, Fisker, Polaris, Best Buy, NAPA Auto Parts, Iberdrola, SunPower and more. The company opened its first North American manufacturing facility in Texas in late 2022.   Wallbox has accomplished so much under Enric's leadership and has grown from a home EV charging company into a global leader in EV charging that develops state of the art technology for home, business and public charging as well as the energy management solutions that allow users to live more sustainably. Wallbox debuted Quasar 2 at CES 2022, the second generation of the world's first bidirectional charger for the home. This capstone achievement resulted in “Best of CES” in major news outlets. Wallbox's future global growth will continue to be driven through product innovation in both hardware and software. The company also recently announced Supernova 180, its DC hyper-fast-charger that will begin shipping in Q4 of this year.    Enric has done an outstanding job maintaining a culture based on commitment, excellence, innovation, passion and self-demand. He has made sustainability a global priority and showed Wallbox's commitment by announcing its goal to achieve Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across its global footprint by 2030.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smartmoneycircle/support

How do you measure the impact of someone like Dan Shugar?He's been a mainstay in the solar industry since the early days. Before the solar coaster defined the twists and turns of the evolving industry.He led PowerLight to a $335 million dollar acquisition. Helped grow SunPower into the behemoth it is today. And was the CEO of solar module manufacturer Solaria, before co-founding Nextracker, one of the world's leading tracker manufacturers.Dan Shugar is solar. Undeniably the face, and voice, driving the industry to heights unthinkable when he started out nearly 30 years ago.In Episode 41 of the Factor This! podcast, Dan Shugar returns fresh off Nextracker's $638 million IPO that is, so far, this year's biggest. Not just for a clean tech company— for any company.What's left for the industry leader affectionately known by so many as Shug?That's all next on Factor This!After a year of producing Factor This, we want to hear from you. Let us know what you've liked and how we can improve. Do you want more frequent episodes? Different topics? Click the link in the episode description to fill out our first audience survey. And help make Factor This the best it can be. The GridTECH Connect Forum is coming to Newport, Rhode Island October 23rd through the 25th. Click the link in the description to save the date for this unique event that's bringing together developers, utilities, and regulators to take on the critical issue of interconnection in the Northeast.We'll be sharing more details on the agenda and speakers soon. Check out Grid TECH Connect dot com to learn more.

The proverbial light bulb that sparked Tasha McCarter's interest in energy was an actual light bulb.A third grade experiment using a hand crank to produce electricity led to an accomplished career developing power plants for SunPower, Silicon Ranch, and most recently RWE as their vice president of solar engineering.For McCarter, who is Black, the rise to become one of the energy industry's foremost engineering leaders was anything but easy. While the industry's well-known diversity problem is slowly improving, there's still a long way to go.McCarter joined Episode 37 of the Factor This! podcast to talk about her career, Black History Month, and the energy industry's pursuit of a more diverse workforce.   If you enjoy receiving this podcast every week, and want to support our work, please take a quick second to leave a rating and review wherever you're listening. It has a huge impact on the podcast's success and will help us reach more listeners like you. Thanks again for listening to Factor This! from Renewable Energy World.

Try Acres for free: https://www.acres.co/advance.farm website: https://advanced.farm/ Today's episode features Kyle Cobb, president and co-founder of advanced.farm. They describe themselves as a 21st-century ag equipment company centered around robotics, with a current focus on automating harvest and postharvest in fresh fruit. advanced.farm is based in Davis, California and has raised over $35M of venture investment led by Kubota, Yamaha, Catapult Ventures and Impact Ventures. Before advanced.farm, Kyle was a Co-Founder of Greenbotics, a cutting-edge platform for robotic solar panel cleaning that was acquired by SunPower in 2013.Kyle and I talk about the journey that led him and his team to robotic harvesting, the challenges of bringing this type of technology to the market, why Kyle is convinced that now is the perfect time for robotics in agriculture, how they've approached raising money and much more.

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Earlier this year, solar reached a historic milestone: 1 terawatt of capacity around the world. One trillion watts is a huge achievement. But solar still only makes up 3 percent of the world's electricity. To deploy dozens of terrawatts in the coming years, we'll need to do something about the bottlenecks holding back the planning, design, and construction of the massive solar farms that will make up a renewable-powered grid.Enabling dozens of terawatts of solar development is exactly what this month's guest, Terabase Energy CEO and co-founder Matt Campbell, is doing.Terabase's mission is to accelerate the build out of utility-scale solar by combining new modeling and design tools with robotics and automation. This combination of modeling software and automation robots is already bringing strong results. Today, Terabase has over 500 engineering, procurement and construction companies, developers, and independent power producers using their platform. Ten gigawatts worth of solar projects have been supported by Terabese across 30 countries. Emily spoke with Matt about what it takes to automate the buildout of utility-scale solar. They also talked about his decade-and-a-half career expanding solar worldwide at SunPower, and what the solar industry's early years taught him about pushing the technology forward.Powerhouse is an innovation firm that works with leading global corporations to help them find, partner with, invest in, and acquire the most innovative startups in clean energy, mobility, and climate. Powerhouse Ventures backs seed-stage startups building innovative software to rapidly decarbonize our global energy and mobility systems. You can learn more at powerhouse.fund, and you can subscribe to our newsletter at https://www.powerhouse.fund/subscribe.To hear more stories of founders building our carbon-free future, hit the “subscribe” button and leave us a review on Apple podcasts.Watt It Takes is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor, Google Nest. Want to do more to address climate change? Nest Renew offers a simple place to start. To learn more about Nest Renew, visit nestrenew.google.com.  

Omnidian co-founders https://www.linkedin.com/in/markliffmann/ (Mark Liffmann) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/braddavismarketing/ (Brad Davis) share the stage in this final episode of our six-part https://mysuncast.com/futureofsolar (Beyond O&M: The Future of Solar) series.  Mark and Brad, CEO and CMO, respectively, define how solar businesses can maximize growth by delivering custom-centric experiences that align with their company cultures even as they scale.  A 15-year solar industry veteran, Mark co-founded SunPower's residential and light commercial business and developed a $500 million global enterprise. He previously held executive leadership positions at Clean Power Research, enerG2 and Solar Depot (Soligent).  Brad held executive leadership positions for national brands in retail, financial services, and renewable energy, successfully launching new markets worldwide. In addition to a long tenure at retail giant Target, he was CMO at JP Morgan Chase, SunPower, Washington Mutual and Opus Bank. They believe the most successful solar businesses of the future will share one thing in common: a commitment to exceptional customer experiences (CX). CX spans the lifetime of customers' relationships with a brand from pre-purchase through use, service, and potential repeat sales. "Ultimately," Brad said, "no matter what business we're in, the only thing we sell is trust." You can check out the series and the experts who comprise it at https://www.mysuncast.com/futureofsolar (www.mysuncast.com/futureofsolar).  Seattle-based Omnidian is partnering with SunCast to bring you this educational series. The company monitors and remotely diagnoses commercial, industrial and residential solar asset performance problems. You can learn more about them on the series page listed above. You'll find more resources and learn about SunCast's guests, recommendations, book links, and more than 512 other founder stories and startup advice athttps://www.mysuncast.com/ ( )https://www.mysuncast.com (www.mysuncast.com). You can learn more about https://www.mysuncast.com/sponsors (partnering with SunCast here).  Connect with me, Nico Johnson, on https://www.twitter.com/nicomeo (Twitter), https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickalus/ (LinkedIn) or by email.

If you've been following along the touchstones that make up the community solar market… “In this final episode of our 5-part series, we still have one more segment of this quilt of knowledge left to weave - the money - how does it work? You heard David Sandbank in Episode 1 refer to the Value Stack. The ways in which the market participants are incentivized to participate is an important element of any complete understanding of an industry sufficient that you could actually begin to participate in it. So, today I'm sitting down with Sy Kim, an industry veteran who has become a go-to resource for those who wish to develop market entry and business development plans for community solar. I first met Sy back when he was a project developer at SunPower before he went on to take senior leadership roles in NRG Energy and what would become Clearway. Sy's market understanding surpasses most others I've met when it comes to explaining the one piece left to unravel in this tapestry - just how does the revenue in these projects stack up?  We discuss RECs, Tax Equity, market constraints & More.  From types of offtakers to credit risk, incentives and customer mix, this final discussion will hopefully help fill any remaining gaps in your understanding of just exactly what community solar is and how you can participate in this high-growth opportunity. You can learn more about today's guest and our expert lineup along with what else is to come in the series athttps://www.mysuncast.com/communitysolar ( www.mysuncast.com/communitysolar)  Did you miss the series so far? CONSIDER THIS YOUR “COMMUNITY SOLAR 101” In this 5-part series, we answer: How does Community Solar work, and what are the Policy frameworks that support it's expansion? Is the development of Community Solar that much different from other solar verticals (C&I, Utility)? How does this segment of the industry enable a more just & equitable solar offering? Who are the customers and how are they acquired for Community Solar as compared with other verticals? And, How does the money flow into, through and out of these projects for the various stakeholders? The Community Solar series presented in partnership withhttps://www.edprnadg.com/ ( EDP Renewables N. America, Distributed Generation.) You can learn more about all the sponsors who help make SunCast free for you, here:https://www.mysuncast.com/sponsors ( www.mysuncast.com/sponsors) And you can always find the resources and learn more about today's guest, recommendations, book links, and more than 485 other founder stories and startup advice athttps://www.mysuncast.com/ ( www.mysuncast.com). You can connect with me, Nico Johnson, on https://www.twitter.com/nicomeo (Twitter), https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickalus/ (LinkedIn) or email.