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Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast

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Sean White teaches solar and storage classes and seminars around the world and inside your home (online). He is known for helping people get NABCEP certified. This podcast contains an assortment of topics, with an emphasis on solar and storage technical knowledge. Up your game! Catch a photon! Save the planet! Learn more and go to www.solarSEAN.com

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42:02

Ed Rottmann, CEO Chroma Energy Group

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/06/23

In this episode Sean White welcomes Ed Rottman, CEO of Chroma Energy Group, for a comprehensive discussion on renewable energy, particularly focusing on solar power and energy storage developments. They delve into Ed's background, Chroma Energy Group's operations, and the intricacies of distributed generation, utility scale storage, and the evolution of the solar industry. The conversation also covers innovative trends like agrivoltaics and bifacial photovoltaics, the impact of AI on renewable

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58:25

Tony Diaz talks Roofing and Solar with Johan Alfsen

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/06/16

In this podcast, Sean White is joined by Tony Diaz, a seasoned roofer and solar expert, and Johan Alfson, a solar installation specialist. They dig deep into the evolution of solar roofing techniques, discussing early practices, industry standards, and the importance of quality installations. The conversation covers the challenges of maintaining roofing integrity, the impact of using modern materials like butyl, and the need for continuous education and proper business practices in the solar

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22:41

John Coffman: Solar-Wind Hybrid Trees, too good to be...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/06/09

Sean White talks to John Coffman from Commercial Solar about the innovative hybrid power tree. This new technology combines solar and wind energy. John shares insights about the design, engineering, and potential of these hybrid power trees, which are being manufactured in the Philippines. They also discuss partnerships, financing options, and the advantages of combining solar and wind power. Tune in to learn more about this exciting development in green technology.Topics Covered: Martin

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52:24

Joe Marhamati of Sunvoy-The Ultimate Solar App

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/06/02

In this episode, Sean White hosts Joe Marhamati, the visionary behind Sunvoy, as they explore the revolutionary solar and energy storage solutions reshaping the industry. From discussing Sunvoy's innovative customer portal and fleet management app to delving into wider topics like the impact of solar on the grid, the program offers insightful discussions on the future of energy. Join us as we uncover the intersections of technology, sustainability, and business in the solar sector. Topics

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53:25

NorCal Solar 50 Years Party

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/05/26

Celebrating 50 Years with NorCal Solar: Insights, Innovations, and ImpactIn this special episode, join Sean White at the 50th NorCal Solar Anniversary Party in Oakland, California. Sean captures the essence of this vibrant gathering, filled with pioneers, innovators, and advocates for solar and energy storage. Each conversation shines a light on the diverse contributions to the solar industry and environmental sustainability. As we celebrate 50 years of NorCal Solar, join us in exploring the

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53:14

Johan Alfsen: Solar Rock Star

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/05/19

In this episode, Johan shares how he got into the solar industry, talks about Solar Battle of the Bands, the solar installer competition at Intersolar, and the ups and downs of his career. He also discusses how solar installation has changed his musical projects in the industry and a lot more!Topics covered: Quick mount PV K2 systems www.k2-systems.com Solar battle of the bands Solar battle of comedians Solar installer competitions Fidelity Roof Company www.fidelityroof.com Quality Solar

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46:38

Richard Lawrence of IREC on Apprenticeships and More!

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/05/12

Richard Lawrence has a long history in the solar industry and is very knowledgeable in many areas (He was formerly the Executive Director of NABCEP among other things). Our main focus of this podcast was apprenticeship programs. This is a big deal, since to qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for projects over 1MW, fulfilling the apprenticeship and prevailing wage standards are required. Topics covered: Richard Lawrence career: IREC Program Director currently

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53:40

Cameron Fearey NABCEP PVIP talks about his NABCEP...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/05/05

Cameron works and lives in New York where having a NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) helps you qualify for the NY State program that helps fund projects. Here are some of the topics we discuss: NYSERDA = New York State Research, Energy Research Development Association www.nyserda.ny.gov NY Sun Program NABCEP Certifications Indent Builders www.indentbuilders.com IBEW = International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers www.ibew.org 3 Pathways Dobbs Ferry Best Investment is

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39:08

Eicke Weber: Hermann Scheer's 80th BD 4/29/1944...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/04/29

Hermann Scheer (RIP) was a German politician who is responsible for making grid-connected solar profitable in about the year 2000 as he brought the German policy for reimbursing people for solar energy, so that they would make a profit. This brought about years where over half of the World’s installed PV was in Germany. This created the modern solar industry and kick-started modern PV manufacturing. If it were not for Hermann Scheer, we would probably be 10 years behind where we are now with

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01:11:28

Solar Roots with Jeff Spies

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/04/28

Where do we start, in this podcast we covered many things and Jeff Spies is very active and connected in the solar industry. Here is a short list of what Jeff does and has done: Owner of Planet Plansets www.planetplansets.com NABCEP Board of Directors www.nabcep.org/about-us/board-of-directors CALSSA Board of Directors www.calssa.org Solar Roots, the Pioneers of PV Documentary, Executive Producer www.solar-roots.com The Solar Panel Podcast www.linkedin.com/company/the-solar-panel-podcast Here

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45:17

American Battery Factory President John Kem

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/04/21

This is my first interview with a real US Military General and I am honored that he took the time to meet with me. I am not worthy! John Kem is in the civilian sector now and is the President of American Battery Factory! In this podcast we discuss their huge Gigafactory, which they are building in Arizona and which will go online towards the end of 2025 making made in the USA lithium iron phosphate (LFP) lithium-ion batteries. They are working on prismatic battery cells, which are as big as 1kWh

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01:07:29

Joe McCabe American Solar Energy Society (ASES)...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/04/14

Joe McCabe has been in the solar industry since before there was a solar industry. In this podcast we talk about many things. Here is a list of topics: ASES Fellow American Solar Energy Society www.ASES.org International Solar Energy Society www.ISES.org MREA = Midwest Renewable Energy Association SMUD = Sacramento Municipal Utility District PVUSA Davis California PV Policy SAM software PV Reliability Workshop Nerdfest Golden Colorado SANDIA Community Solar Gardens Bifacial Solar Vertical

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50:45

Bidirectional EVs with Alex Cattelan, COO Fermata...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/04/07

In this podcast, we learn how UL issues first certification to UL 9741 (and UL 1741 SA) for an AI-Driven Vehicle-to-Grid Compliant EV Charger to Fermata Energy.https://www.ul.com/news/ul-solutions-issues-first-certification-ul-9741-and-ul-1741-sa-ai-driven-vehicle-grid Alex Cattelan has been working on EVs for 2 decades and has experience engineering many famous electric and hybrid vehicles, including the Chevy Volt for GM. She also has extensive experience working for Polaris, Johnson Controls

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54:37

Garret Little, NABCEP PVIP - Garret just passed his...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/03/31

One week before recording this podcast, Garret Little passed his NABCEP PVIP exam. In this podcast we talk about his experience taking the exam 9 years after his first try and getting a really good score! We also talk about the exam experience, memory techniques, taking the Ecotech class vs. the HeatSpring class for preparing for the exam. There is nothing more important for passing an exam than knowing what to study.Here is the class Garret took to pass the NABCEP PVIP exam: NABCEP PV

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55:21

derek the solarboi, the TikTok and YouTube Sensation!!

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/03/24

I came across a really cool YouTube video, rivaling Mr. Beast, but for solar, which was a purple bearded solarboi going off on Rapid Shutdown UL 3741 PV arrays, I immediately contacted him and a week later, here we are recording this podcast. This guy is entertaining and we are lucky to have him in the industry. This industry needs to be fun!! derek the solarboi has 3 NABCEP Certifications PVIP (PV Installation Professional) PVCMS (PV Commissioning and Maintenance Specialist) PVSI (PV System

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48:25

Tyler Hortin of Lion Energy-A Lithium-Ion Energy...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/03/17

Great conversation with Tyler Hortin! His company does everything from Wh to GWh and focuses on prismatic cells that are almost 1kWh! This makes for less cells and less connections that can go wrong. The technology here is Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LFP) and we will talk about the supply chain and implications of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). They are affiliated with American Battery Factory, so we talk a little bit about manufacturing in the USA towards the end.Key Words: Lithium Iron

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01:24:44

Tor "Solar Fred" Valenza of Probably True Solar...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/03/10

Tor "Solar Fred" Valenza is a regular in the solar industry. Tor has a podcast called Probably True Solar Stories, which takes his expertise as a former Hollywood writer and merges that with the solar industry. Some of his Hollywood work was on popular shows, such as Stargate SG-1, Dharma & Greg, and The Dead Zone. Tor's current day job is he is a chief solar public relations geek at UnThink Solar, a solar PR and communications firm. In this podcast we talk about how Tor Valenza became Solar

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45:38

Solar Energy and Policy Entrepreneurship: a...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/03/01

In this episode we are triple fortunate to have three of the smartest individuals in a discussion on science and policy from the Federation of American Scientists (fas.org), a nonpartisan think tank connecting scientific research with policy making to address today’s most urgent needs. Transition to renewable energy is urgent! We talk about how we can transition to solar fast, and how science and policy need to work together to get the job done, and how individuals can get involved.Guests: Erica

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47:35

Solar Project Development Software with Matias Sigal,...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/02/20

In this show we talk about the different stages of development of solar projects, which are projects that are from 1MW in size to GW sized projects.Matias Sigal is an entrepreneur and has worked with many startups and incubators in different countries. He started off by being born in Argentina, and is currently a resident of Israel (which we discuss at the end of the podcast). Matis has a company that developed software, which works sort of like Zillow for multimillion dollar solar projects

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51:47

Jon Williams CEO Viridi

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2024/02/10

In this podcast we talk about safe portable Energy Storage Systems (ESSs). Jon and Viridi are located in Buffalo NY. Topics covered: Portable ESS Building and Fire Codes including the International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Fire Code (IFC). Occupied Spaces Habitable Spaces UL 9540 UL 9540A UL CSA Thermal Runaway How Viridi is safer Cathodes and Anodes NMC = Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide LFP = Lithium Iron Phosphate NCA = Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide Specific

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