Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast
whitehousesolar
0
Sean White hosts a podcast focused on solar and energy storage technical knowledge. The show draws from his solar and storage classes and seminars, with an emphasis on helping listeners prepare for NABCEP certification. Episodes cover a range of practical topics designed to improve technical understanding and skills in the solar industry. The podcast encourages listeners to advance their knowledge and careers in renewable energy.
Episodes
-
They started a business on a podcast! Solar Credit Scores with Michael Roche | Part 2 18.10.2026 55mIn this episode, Michael Roche discusses the intersection of financial technology, AI, and the solar industry. Roche shared his background in fintech, particularly in stopping credit card fraud and the evolution of big data and machine learning into Al, including large language models like ChatGPT. They discussed the pervasiveness of Al, data privacy concerns, and the potential for Al to surpass human intelligence. The main topic was Roche's theory of the "energy ledger," a standardized financial record for a home's energy system, akin to a credit score, which he believes is crucial for banks to finance residential solar installations. Roche argued that the solar industry needs to cooperate and standardize, similar to how the financial industry did with credit cards, to enable widespread bank financing of solar systems. They proposed using the podcast as a platform to openly discuss and develop this concept, potentially involving banks, utilities, and inverter manufacturers. Topics Covered Fintechnology Group www.fintechnologygroup.com Paypal Mafia AI = Artificial Inteligence LLM = Large Language Model Fraud Screening and Authentication Visa and Mastercard Bank AI Plagiarize Books AI Spy Quantum Computing Data Center HeatSpring Credit Score Tax Credit PPA = Power Purchase Agreement FICO Score BIPV = Building Integrated Photovoltaic AVM = Automated Valuation Model DMZ = Demilitarized Zone Everything can be Converted to Energy Energy Consumption of Banks Reach out to Michael Roche here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michael-f-roche-b5999a238 Website: www.fintechnologygroup.com Email: [email protected] Previous Episode: From Fintech to Solar Energy with Michael Roche Link: www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-fintech-to-solar-energy-with-michael-roche/id1441958371?i=1000790786948 Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc -
Frozen Energy! Inventor Tony Alley's Ice Energy Storage 11.10.2026 50mThis podcast interview featured Sean hosting Tony Alley, an inventor who developed a residential thermal energy storage system using ice. Tony explained that his technology addresses the need for cost-effective energy storage behind the meter, particularly for California residents, by using water as the storage medium instead of expensive battery systems. He described how his design can store enough cooling for an average house for 10 hours using a relatively small 3x3x3 foot block of ice, compared to the much larger tanks required for chilled water storage. Tony emphasized that thermal energy storage has been around for over 100 years in industrial applications but hasn't been successfully adapted for residential use due to challenges in getting both cold in and out of the system economically. He noted that his design is reversible for both heating and cooling, uses tap water as the storage medium, and can be installed as a box-like unit on the side of a house. Tony is currently seeking funding through the National Science Foundation to develop prototypes and bring the technology to market within a few years. Topics Covered Ice Power Energy icepowerenergy.com Thermal energy storage Residential ice storage Patent process & inventor challenges Patent trolls Solar energy storage Grid infrastructure BTU = British Thermal Unit NSF = National Science Foundation Chilled water grids Radiant ceiling cooling Battery cost comparison Wright brothers’ story Solar industry growth Reach out to Tony Alley here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tony-alley Website: icepowerenergy.com Email: [email protected] Podcast with Jack West Inventor Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc
-
Batteries so Safe They’re Firewalls with Eli Paster, CEO Polyjoule 30.09.2026 49mIn this podcast, Eli Paster, CEO of Polyjoule, discussed polymer-based battery technology and how it differs from conventional metal-based batteries. Eli explained that Polyjoule uses conductive polymers instead of lithium, nickel, cobalt, lead, or sodium, synthesizing its own conductive polymers from abundant hydrocarbon feedstocks. Eli detailed the safety advantages of polymer-based batteries, including the inability to enter thermal runaway, and demonstrated this by cutting open a cell and applying a blowtorch for five minutes with no fire. Sean and Eli explored potential applications in residential energy storage, building codes, and the possibility of Polyjoule batteries being rated as firewalls. Topics Covered: Polymer-Based Battery Conductive Polymers Hydrocarbon Feedstock Monomers and Polymers Polyacetylene PVC = Polyvinyl Chloride Lithium-Ion Battery LFP = Lithium Iron Phosphate NMC = Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide NCA = Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide Sodium-Ion Battery Solid-State Battery Lead Acid Battery Thermal Runaway Short Circuit Arc Flash Battery Separator Electrochemistry Anode and Cathode Electrolyte Prismatic Cells Depth of Discharge Nominal Voltage Energy Density Round Trip Efficiency Schneider Electric UPS = Uninterruptible Power Supply UL 1973 UL 9540A IRC = International Residential Code NEC = National Electrical Code EV Auxiliary Battery Hybrid Battery Systems Hydrogen Fuel Cells Reach out to Eli Paster here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elipaster Website: www.polyjoule.com Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc
-
Solar Roots Party and Movie OCT3O-NOV1 in Grass Valley California with Jeff Spies and Jason Vetterli 29.09.2026 47mIn this podcast, Jeff Spies shares the story behind "Solar Roots: The Pioneers of PV" and its upcoming release party. Jeff explained how the 11-year project began as a reunion party that evolved into capturing the stories of early solar industry pioneers, with interviews conducted over 2 years of filming. The documentary explores how the solar photovoltaic industry started with hippies in the 1970s and 1980s, focusing on both the technology's development and its adoption by off-grid communities, particularly those involved in marijuana cultivation. The release party will take place October 30-November 1 in Grass Valley, California at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, featuring screenings at the Del Oro Theater, musical performances by TJ Kanjizewski, and opportunities to meet many of the historical figures featured in the film, including David Katz, John Schaefer, and Charlie Gay. The event is open to the public with accommodations available for camping or nearby lodging, and the documentary will be released for free on Vimeo and YouTube following the party. Topics Covered Solar Roots: The Pioneers of PV Solar Roots Party (October 31st – November 1st, 2026) www.solar-roots.com AEE Solar = Alternative Energy Engineering Solar Marijuana Hippy Sustainability Grateful Dead Solar History Home Power Market Grass Valley Canyon California Podcast with Mark Mrohs Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Podcast with Johnny Weiss Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Reach out to Jeff Spies & Jason Vetterli here: Jeff Spies LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-spies Website: www.planetplansets.com Email: [email protected] Jason Vetterli LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jvetterli Website: www.enstall.com Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc
-
Rural Energy Efficiency and Solar Deployment with Michelle Moore CEO of Groundswell 27.09.2026 32mIn this podcast, Michelle Moore, CEO of Groundswell and author of "Rural Renaissance," discussed community power building, energy efficiency projects, and clean energy initiatives in rural areas. Michelle shared examples of their work including projects in West Memphis with Google and their upcoming Rural Renaissance Roadshow conference in November in Decatur, Alabama. The interview also covered job opportunities in the renewable energy sector and the growing importance of local clean energy solutions. Topics Covered Groundswell www.groundswell.org Rural Renaissance Book CCA = Community Choice Aggregation Solar on White House Sungevity Community Solar “Join or Die” Data Center Groundswell Projects Green Jobs Google IRA = Inflation Reduction Act Rural Renaissance Roadshow www.ruralrenaissance.com NABCEP Conference Alabama Job Opportunities Podcast with Paul Fenn | Part 1 Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Podcast with Paul Fenn | Part 2 Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Reach out to Michelle Moore here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lmichellemoore Website: www.groundswell.org Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc
-
Residential Energy Storage and AI Demand with Vincent Ambrose 23.09.2026 24mVincent Ambrose, Chief Commercial Officer of Franklin Whole Home, discusses the intersection of AI and energy storage, including how data centers are becoming major customers for residential energy storage systems and how Franklin is developing AI tools for installer training and system optimization. The conversation explores Franklin's product offerings, including AC-coupled and DC-coupled solutions, the A-gate microgrid interconnect device, and the company's focus on home energy security through solar plus storage systems. Topics Covered Franklin Whole Home www.franklinwh.com AI = Artificial Intelligence AI and Energy Demand Data Center ESS Residential Energy Storage VPP = Virtual Power Plants Hyperscalers DERs = Distributed Energy Resources Inverter AC & DC = Alternating Current & Direct Current AC-Coupled Storage DC-Coupled Storage Microgrid Generator Net-Metering Distributed Compute Bit-coin Miner NVIDIA SETI = Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Battery EV = Electric Vehicle A-Gate MID = Microgrid Interconnect Device V2L = Vehicle to Load Generator Franklin Whole Home Energy Storage System AHJ = Authority Having Jurisdiction Reach out to Vincent Ambrose here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincent-ambrose-622887b Website: www.franklinwh.com Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc
-
From Fintech to Solar Energy with Michael Roche 20.09.2026 46mIn this podcast, Michael Roche, founder of Fin Technology Group, discussed the evolution of financial technology and its connection to the energy sector. Michael discussed the history of fintech, the rise of big data and AI, and the energy consumption of data centers. The conversation shifted to the role of banks in financing solar energy, with Michael questioning why banks aren't more actively supporting residential solar installations and suggesting the need for standardized data formats to facilitate bank valuations of solar-equipped homes. Topics Covered Fintechnology Group www.fintechnologygroup.com Fintech Industry Financial Technology eBay Banks PayPal Mafia E-Commerce Transactional Data Fraud Screening and Authentication Data Center Data Footprint Liquid Cooling AI = Artificial Intelligence LLM = Large Language Model Machine Learning VPN = Virtual Private Network Server Stacks & Server Cage Energy Consumption Stock Market Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Solar Renewable Energy IRA = Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credit PPA = Power Purchase Agreement Solar Coaster Tariff Reach out to Michael Roche here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michael-f-roche-b5999a238 Website: www.fintechnologygroup.com Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro solarsean.com/pvip solarsean.com/pva solarsean.com/pvds solarsean.com/esip solarsean.com/omat solarsean.com/center
-
Unlocking More Capacity on the Grid with Tiffany Menhorn 16.09.2026 24mIn this podcast, Tiffany Menhorn, Vice President of North American Utilities at Prisma Photonics, discusses grid congestion and the role of grid enhancing technologies like dynamic line ratings in integrating more renewable energy, particularly solar. Tiffany explained how Prisma Photonics uses existing fiber networks for real-time monitoring and analytics to increase grid capacity and reduce curtailment. The conversation also touched on security, forecasting, and the potential for these technologies to prevent grid-related issues. Topics Covered Prisma Photonics Utility Grid Wind Fiber Optics & Dark Fiber Distributed Acoustic Sensing Distributed Temperature Sensing Renewable Energy FERC Order 881 = Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Dynamic Line Rating Pacific Gas and Electric Great River Energy NYPA = New York Power Authority Southern Company Renewable Energy Curtailment Renewables on the Grid IEEE = Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Reach out to Tiffany Menhorn here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tiffany-menhorn-82451249 Website: https://www.prismaphotonics.com/ Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro solarsean.com/pvip solarsean.com/pva solarsean.com/pvds solarsean.com/esip solarsean.com/omat solarsean.com/center
-
GRID Alternatives Adewale Ogunbadejo, VP Workforce Development 13.09.2026 53mAdewale Ogunbadejo, Vice President of Workforce Development at Grid Alternatives. They discussed Grid Alternatives' evolution from a volunteer- based solar installation organization founded in 2004 to a professional workforce development program serving 500-700 job trainees annually across multiple regions including California, Colorado, DC, and tribal communities throughout North America. Adewale explained how the organization transitioned from heavy volunteer involvement to focused technical training programs, including partnerships with Goodwill's Clean Tech Academy and various local organizations in markets like Houston, Albuquerque, Columbus, and Chicago. They covered Grid Alternatives' various service areas including residential installations, affordable housing projects, community solar, and international work primarily in Mexico and Puerto Rico, while also discussing the organization's relationship with AmeriCorps and the SolarCorps fellowship program. The touched on industry challenges including predatory contractors, the growth of solar and storage for data centers, and Grid Alternatives' current project scope ranging from residential to 5- megawatt community solar installations Topics Covered GRID Alternatives History Workforce Development Solar Installations SASH Program Solar Corps Fellowship Goodwill Partnership International Programs Tribal Communities Contractor Network Clean Energy Transition Data Centers EVSE = Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Energy Storage Solar Industry Growth Solar Education Reach out to Adewale Ogunbadejo here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adewale-ogunbadejoWebsite: www.gridalternatives.org Email: [email protected] with Gil Hough Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro solarsean.com/pvip solarsean.com/pva solarsean.com/pvds solarsean.com/esip solarsean.com/omat solarsean.com/center
-
Sigenergy North America CEO Rob Schwarzinger & Director of Service Rich Reynoso 09.09.2026 46mRob Schwarzinger, CEO of SIG Energy North America, and Rich Reynoso, Director of Service, about vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and Signergy's bi-directional EV charging solutions. The discussion covered how SIG Energy's system scan charge electric vehicles using solar and grid power, and also discharge vehicle batteries to power homes during power outages or to provide grid services. Rob explained that while the hardware and software are ready for V2G functionality, they are currently limited to discharging approximately 75-80% of EVs due to manufacturer compliance with industry standards, with Quebec being the only region where they have received official utility approval for grid injection. The conversation also covered SIG Energy's modular battery systems ranging from 6kWh to 54kWh, their VPP (Virtual Power Plant) capabilities, and their development of self-developed meter collar technology for microgrid interconnect devices. Topics Covered Bidirectional DC charging Modular battery systems Solar energy storage EV warranty concerns OEM software blocking Home energy management Grid backup power Quebec V2G approval EV battery longevity ISO 15118-20 standard Meter collar switch V2X = Vehicle to Everything EV = Electric Vehicle discharging V2H = Vehicle to Home V2G = Vehicle to Grid VPP = Virtual Power Plant Reach out to Rob Schwarzinger and Rich Reynoso here: Rob’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robert-schwarzinger Rich’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rich-reynoso-iiiWebsite: www.sigenergy.com/us/ Rich’s Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro solarsean.com/pvip solarsean.com/pva solarsean.com/pvds solarsean.com/esip solarsean.com/omat solarsean.com/center
-
Outback Power Inverter Tree of Life with Ryan Warrick National Sales Manager of Outback Power 06.09.2026 49mRyan Warrick, National Sales Manager for Outback Power, where they discussed Outback's history, products, and status. Ryan explained that Outback Power was founded in 2001 and recently acquired by Energy Access Innovations (EAI) in 2024, moving headquarters from Washington to Commerce, Texas. They covered Outback's two main inverter platforms - the FX series (up to 3.6 kilowatts) and Radian/GS series (8 kilowatts), both designed for modular stacking and field service ability. Ryan discussed the Energy Cell 5 lithium battery system, which can be stacked from 15.3 to 122 kilowatt hours, and explained how Outback continues to support legacy equipment with technical support for board replacements. The conversation also touched on the company's history with EnerSys and EG4 partnerships, the transition from lead-acid to lithium-ion batteries, and various specialized applications including marine and European voltage inverters. Topics Covered Company History Fx Inverters Inverter Platforms Field Serviceability Lithium Batteries Lead-Acid Transition AC/DC Coupling System Stacking Antarctica Applications European Voltage Three-Phase Power EAI = Energy Access Innovations EAI Acquisition EG4 Partnership Space-Based Solar Data Centers Solar Training Reach out to Ryan Warrick here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-warrick Website: www.outbackpower.com Email: [email protected] with James Showalter Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Podcast with Dylan Rup Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro solarsean.com/pvip solarsean.com/pva solarsean.com/pvds solarsean.com/esip solarsean.com/omat solarsean.com/center
-
GridRails AI with Michael Grasso, founder and CEO 02.09.2026 36mGrid Rails founder and CEO Michael Grasso explains how real-time settlement and device-level orchestration can unlock the untapped capacity of distributed energy resources including electric vehicles, home batteries, and solar systems. The discussion covers virtual power plants, the duck curve, bidirectional charging, FERC 2222 requirements, and the financial incentives needed to engage consumers as active grid participants. Topics Covered Real-Time Settlement Grid Orchestration Duck Curve Bidirectional Charging FERC 2222 Requirements Consumer Grid Participation Grid Capacity Utilization Data Center Demand Battery Lifecycle Performance Consumer Privacy Protection DERs = Distributed Energy Resources VPP = Virtual Power Plant Reach out to Michael Grasso here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpgrasso/Website: www.gridrails.ai/ Email: [email protected] Podcast with John Berger Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/esip
-
Solar Farm Beehives with Max Rünzel, CEO HiveTracks 30.08.2026 35mMax Rünzel, CEO and co-founder of HiveTracks, discussing the integration of bees and beekeeping practices in solar farm operations. Max explained how HiveTracks uses beehives as monitoring tools to assess pollinator health and ecosystem resilience on solar farms, with hives capable of foraging up to 10,000 acres and traveling 2-4 miles from their location. The company places two hives as a starting point and collects data through regular visits, pollen analysis, and IoT devices to determine foraging patterns, habitat quality, and potential ecotoxicology issues from PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), microplastics, and pesticides. Max described how they work with local experienced beekeepers rather than providing bees directly, and how they use bee intelligence to identify dearth periods and recommend specific plantings to create year-round foraging resources. The discussion covered practical aspects including hive placement considerations, safety protocols, and the potential for solar-powered monitoring equipment, with Max noting they currently have 12 solar sites and are beginning to produce honey for sale. Topics CoveredHive Mind Concept (Star Trek reference) Solar Farm Beehives Agrivoltaics Ecosystem Health Hive Health Monitoring Pollinator Habitat Design Pollen Foraging Analysis Bee Foraging Range Manuka Honey Beehive Placement Strategy Queen Bees (Sean is a big Freddie Mercury fan) Bee Breeding & Docility Beekeeper Training Waggle Dance Communication Ecotoxicology Testing Microplastics Contamination Solar Honey Harvest IoT Hive Sensors PV = Photovoltaic PFAS = Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances NABCEP = North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners Reach out to Max Rünzel here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/maxrunzel/Website: www.hivetracks.com/ Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/esip
-
Cash Isn't Dead with Ravi Mikkelsen 23.08.2026 46mRavi Mikkelsen of Atmos Financial examines why cash and loan purchases remain vital in residential solar despite the expired tax credit. The discussion covers FEOC equipment pricing gaps, predatory lease buyout structures, dealer fee commissions, and door-to-door sales practices that inflate costs. Mikkelsen advocates for tax credit elimination, pricing transparency, and reaching a $2 per watt national benchmark for residential installations. Topics Covered Cash vs Financing Solar Tax Credits Lease Buyout Traps Dealer Fee Commissions Door-to-Door Sales Pricing Transparency Atmos Financial $2/Watt Benchmark Tariffs and Equipment Costs International Solar Pricing FEOC = Foreign Entity of Concern NEM = Net Energy Metering VPP = Virtual Power Plant TPO = Third-Party Ownership Reach out to Ravi Mikkelsen here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ravimikkelsenWebsite: www.joinatmos.com Email: [email protected] Previous podcast with Ravi Mikkelsen Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/pvts
-
Solar Maintenance and Thermal Imaging with Fred Brooks🤙 of Pacific Panel Cleaners 19.08.2026 40mFrederick Brooks, founder of Pacific Panel Cleaners in Hawaii, discusses solar photovoltaic operations and maintenance, covering proper panel cleaning methods, deionized cleaning solutions, and common installation errors. He explains his certifications in energy management and auditing, then details how thermal imaging and drone technology identify failed diodes, malfunctioning microinverters, and soiling patterns across solar arrays, improving maintenance efficiency and warranty claims. Topics Covered Pacific Panel Cleaners Solar Panel Cleaning Deionized Cleaning Solutions O&M Contracts PPA Responsibilities CEM Certification CEA Certification Thermal Imaging Drone Inspections Diode Failure Detection Hawaii Solar Boom Installation Quality Issues Employee Training O&M = Operations and Maintenance PPA = Power Purchase Agreement CEM = Certified Energy Manager CEA = Certified Energy Auditor Reach out to Frederick Brooks here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/fred-brooksWebsite: www.pacificpanelcleaners.com Email: [email protected] Podcast with Eric Woodruff CEM Apple Podcast Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/esip
-
2026 TenneSEIA Conference September 2nd & 3rd with Gil Hough 16.08.2026 33mGil Hough, Executive Director of TenneSEIA, discussing the upcoming TenneSEIA Valley Solar Plus Storage Conference scheduled for September 2nd and 3rd in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Gil explained that the conference has been moved earlier in the year and will feature Sean as the featured trainer for a full-day training session on Thursday. They discussed the significant growth in solar and energy storage projects in the Tennessee Valley region, including utility-scale projects, local power company initiatives, and residential installations. Gil highlighted the new TVA Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) that will be approved in August and its potential impact on the market, as well as the booming energy storage market, particularly with local power companies implementing substation-level storage projects. The conversation covered various industry topics including manufacturing growth in the region, data center development, and quantum technology applications, with a special panel planned on quantum technology and its connection to solar and storage. Topics Covered TenneSEIA Conference Energy Storage Growth Residential Solar Market TVA Federal Structure Rare Earth Materials Conference Registration Training Track Solar Manufacturing Data Centers Quantum Computing US Competitiveness TVA = Tennessee Valley Authority EPB = Electric Power Board Manufacturing Tours IRP = Integrated Resource Plan Local Power Companies RFP = Request for Proposals Reach out to Gil Hough here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/gilhough/Website: www.tenneseiasolar.com/ Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/esipexam
-
Perovskite in Tandem with Scott Wharton of Tandem PV 16.08.2026 24mScott Wharton, CEO of Tandem PV, discusses his company's tandem perovskite silicon solar panel technology, which recently achieved a record 30.4 percent efficiency. He explains how a thin perovskite layer boosts power output, lowers manufacturing costs, and supports domestic production. The conversation also covers utility scale deployment, rising demand from data centers, manufacturing tax credits, and the future of solar energy in the United States. Topics Covered Tandem PV Origin Perovskite Technology Solar Panel Efficiency Silicon Cell Integration Company Board Members Panel Degradation Testing Solar Manufacturing Timeline Utility-Scale Solar Silicon Valley Talent US Manufacturing Tax Credits Data Center Demand Solar Cost Reduction Bifacial Solar Panels Automated Factory Production Future Efficiency RoadmapPV = Photovoltaic IPP = Independent Power Producer SEIA = Solar Energy Industries AssociationIRA = Inflation Reduction Act Podcast with Dick Swanson Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean Reach out to Scott Wharton here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scottwharton/Website: www.tandempv.com/ Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/esip
-
Rescuing Orphaned Systems with Thomas Stubblefield 12.08.2026 30mThomas Stubblefield, a NABCEP-certified solar installer who travels across multiple states (Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Illinois) to rescue and repair failing solar systems. Thomas explained that he has handled over 300 service calls in the past year, with 100% resolution rate, helping homeowners whose systems were installed by now-bankrupt companies like Power Home Solar and Pink Energy. He described finding numerous installation issues including improper wiring, squirrel damage covered with electrical tape, and dangerous electrical conditions, with some systems sitting incomplete for up to five years. Thomas emphasized that homeowners should never sign job completion forms until systems are fully operational and producing power, and recommended checking NABCEP certification and local contractor licensing boards when selecting solar installers. Topics Covered Orphan solar systems Company bankruptcies Job completion form scam Dangerous wiring hazards Homeowner financial ruin Contractor license verification Solar system rescues Yelp review trust Third-party ownership (TPO) Multi-state service coverage Roof damage issues Stolen SolarEdge home runs Unlicensed electrician errors Solar panel shading Design tools (Aurora/PVWatts) Koala Solar Pros branding Reach out to Thomas Stubblefield here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/koalallc/ Website: www.koalasolarpros.com/ Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/pva
-
Certified Energy Manager Eric Woodruff, PhD 09.08.2026 32mEric Woodruff, a PhD and CEM who served as past president of the Association of Energy Engineers. Eric explained the CEM (Certified Energy Manager) program, which has been around since 1981 and is recognized in 100 countries, serving as a foundational course covering energy management across buildings, industrial systems, and power systems. They discussed technical topics including power factor correction, the California duck curve showing 66% renewable grid power on many days, and the benefits of solar installations, with Eric sharing his experience getting 15% returns on solar investments. The conversation also covered Eric's international work training energy professionals in countries like Lebanon, Jordan, and the Philippines, and his belief that energy efficiency should be non-political and focused on financial benefits for everyone. Topics Covered Keynote speaker interviews Sailing and pilots Power factor billing Variable frequency drives Harmonics and filters International energy training Clean energy politicsPremier Program Solar investment returnsPresidents and politics AEE = Association of Energy Engineers www.aeecenter.org/ CEM = Certified Energy Manager EV = Electric vehicle emissionskVA = Kilovolt-Amps apparent power Reach out to Eric Woodruff here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ericwoodroof/ Association of Energy Engineers: www.aeecenter.org/ Profitable Green Solutions: www.profitablegreensolutions.com/ Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/pvipexam
-
Running 3 Solar Companies at once with Bill Taylor, CEO DCE Manufacturing Installing and Designing Companies 05.08.2026 32mBill Taylor, CEO of DCE Solar, DCE Services, and DCE Design, discusses building three complementary companies spanning solar structure manufacturing, installation, and electrical design. He explains his commitment to domestic steel sourcing, his people-first management philosophy, and hiring based on behavior rather than credentials. Topics Covered DCE Company OverviewSolar Structure ManufacturingDomestic Steel SourcingCompany Culture & LeadershipHiring PhilosophyEmployee RetentionSolar Module TrendsBattery StorageTax Credits & IncentivesAI Power DemandEPC = Engineering, Procurement, ConstructionIPP = Independent Power Producer Carport Reach out to Bill Taylor here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/billetaylor/Website: www.dcesolar.com Email: [email protected] Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/pvip
Similar podcasts
Popular in
The podcast also appears in the podcast charts of these countries.
