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SunCast

Nico Johnson takes you into conversations with those at the forefront of Renewable Energy. SunCast gives an inside look into what is happening in renewable energy. From conversations with the biggest Solar Panel manufacturers in the world to the small startups creating the future of renewable energy, such as carbon capture and battery technology breakthroughs. SunCast is dedicated to providing the knowledge, research, tools and expert guidance you need to understand, grow and be ahead of the

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792: What Is Distributed Generation? [Jorge Vargas,...

SunCast ·

2025/02/27

The distributed generation market is shifting rapidly as capital tightens, power prices rise, and smaller developers bump up against capital and market constraints. Independent power producers (IPPs) like Aspen Power are stepping in to bridge the gap—partnering with developers, securing financing, and scaling solar assets in key markets. But what does it take to succeed in today’s distributed energy sector? And what does distributed energy mean in today’s evolving market?Jorge Vargas,

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791: Why Hydrogen (+Solar) Can Replace Natural Gas

SunCast ·

2025/02/25

Industrial facilities depend heavily on natural gas for steam production; in California, food processing, which is one of the largest users of steam, consumes an incredible amount of energy as a result. Because the price of steam is directly tied to the price of natural gas, industries face volatile costs that can directly impact competitiveness. And there are precious few alternatives for producing the volume of steam required to keep our food industry productive. Yet, by producing

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790: Jigar Shah On His Next Chapter & Clean Energy’s...

SunCast ·

2025/02/20

Jigar Shah spent the last few years shaping the future of clean energy finance as the Director of the Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office. He approved billions in investments that helped scale solar, storage, nuclear, and emerging technologies. With that position coming to a close with the change in administration,what’s next for him? And what lessons can he share from funding some of the industry’s biggest breakthroughs?Before leading the DOE’s loan office, Jigar built and

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789: Heading to InterSolar North America 2025? Listen...

SunCast ·

2025/02/18

InterSolar North America is always the first ‘big’ clean energy industry conference that kicks off the year! And who doesn’t want to kick off the year with a trip to sunny San Diego?!To ensure you are up-to-speed on this year’s event, we’ve curated a "Know Before You Go" episode that will help maximize your experience at InterSolar and Energy Storage North America 2025 next week!With thousands of clean energy professionals gathering at the San Diego Convention Center, this year’s event

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788: Solar = Hydrogen? Can Erthos Use Ultra-Low-Cost...

SunCast ·

2025/02/13

What if the key to solving our rising materials costs and hurdles to decarbonize hard-to-abate industries lies in a radical shift in thinking—laying solar panels directly on the ground and using the cheap electrons they produce to make hydrogen?When I first heard of Erthos, I thought, like many of you I’m sure, “What a radical idea! Will that even work? Lay the panels directly on the ground???” Yet, the more I learned about the company, it’s leadership, and their approach to creating the

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787: What Makes A Great Solar Design Engineer, And...

SunCast ·

2025/02/11

Solar projects depend on strong design engineering to move from concept to construction. Design engineers assess site feasibility, optimize layouts, navigate permitting challenges, and ensure projects are financially viable. Without their expertise, developments can stall. This role is also a key entry point into the solar industry, offering a path to more senior positions in project development and engineering.Phil Hofmeyer, Design Engineering Manager at New Leaf Energy, a pure-play

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786: Energy Storage: Policies, Tech & Trends Moving...

SunCast ·

2025/02/06

The global energy storage market is skyrocketing, with battery capacity more than doubling year over year. With over 60 gigawatts of storage installed worldwide, the sector is poised for even more rapid expansion.In this special roundup episode, we look back at some of the top episodes on SunCast discussing key trends, policies, and technologies shaping the future of energy storage. We break down the domestic manufacturing boom, how the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is driving investment,

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785: The 74MW Solar Farm in My Backyard

SunCast ·

2025/02/04

What is the real economic impact of a utility-scale solar farm on rural America?That’s one of the questions I had in mind when I visited one of the largest solar projects recently inaugurated right in my own home state of North Carolina. As one of the largest renewable energy companies in the world, EDP Renewables has expanded its footprint into North Carolina with the 74-megawatt Misenheimer Solar Park, a project big enough to power 12,000 homes while generating more than $30 million in

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01:03:07

784: This credit card size device Unlocks New...

SunCast ·

2025/01/30

What if it were actually possible to power your EV from the sun collected on it’s surface? Or what if you were not constrained by only one battery chemistry type but could mix chemistries? Want to charge 400 volts with a 3V unit? For 150 years, electrical engineers have relied on magnetic induction for power conversion, using coils and magnetic structures to transfer energy. These constraints result in energy waste, size restrictions, and chemistry challenges, preventing seamless

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783: Revolutionizing Energy: How AI and India Shape...

SunCast ·

2025/01/28

How do we unlock the final frontier of lowest-cost solar and deploying it at scale? The U.S.-India nexus is emerging as one of the most pivotal relationships in the fight against climate change. As the solar industry faces steep challenges, from navigating the cyclical nature of renewables to integrating advanced technologies and addressing workforce shortages, what can we learn from others who’ve successfully evaluated, engineered and deployed gigawatts of solar and hydrogen? Removing

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782: Mastering the Art of Strategic Business Exits,...

SunCast ·

2025/01/23

How do you successfully scale & exit a startup enterprise? The art of entrepreneurship is part science, part stick-to-it-iveness, part grind and part good luck.So what does it take to sell your companies to major players like SolarCity(now Tesla), Nextracker, and even attempt to change how the EV market works with one of Tesla’s co-founders?That’s what I’ve been dying to ask the only person I know who’s had such achievements - Mike Miskovsky.Success in business often requires

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781: AC Vs DC-coupled Battery Systems, Which To...

SunCast ·

2025/01/21

It is estimated that by 2027 nearly half of all new solar installations will have energy storage attached, and today’s guest, Adam Knudsen of Dynapower, asserts that almost half of those will have DC coupled storage. The choice between AC or DC coupled systems has become a critical consideration for developers, utilities, and energy planners. While AC coupled systems have long dominated the market due to their established infrastructure and reliability, DC coupled technology is quickly

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780: What Will Energy Look Like Under the Trump...

SunCast ·

2025/01/16

Join us for an in-depth discussion with three different perspectives on the future of energy. We'll explore the potential impacts of Trump's policies on renewable energy, fossil fuels, and the environment. With the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) driving historic clean energy investments, we're at a critical juncture as Trump begins his second term. Tune in as we navigate the complex landscape of the energy industry's future.The solar industry has proven its resilience time and again

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779: Cary Hayes (REC Solar) Interviews Alex Honnold -...

SunCast ·

2025/01/14

Increasingly, it seems that corporate philanthropy (and even personal giving) are reactive rather than proactive. Today’s episode challenges that notion with an insightful look into the relationship REC Solar’s Cary Hayes has formed with Alex Honnold and his Honnold Foundation, which REC has supported for years with both cash and in-kind donations. Why does Cary believe this is a meaningful part of their annual marketing budget? Hear Cary, Alex & Nico discuss why this is an overlooked

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778: Alex Honnold: From Free Solo To Free Solar, A...

SunCast ·

2025/01/09

Alex Honnold, the world-famous rock climber and philanthropist, has pushed the physical boundaries of human potential with his climbing pursuits, but in his travels to some of the world’s most remote and beautiful locations he’s come face-to-face with one of the world’s most urgent challenges: energy access.Alex has never been one to stand by and let others do the hard work. Before his rise to fame with his harrowing, albeit Oscar-winning performance on Yosemite’s most famous of all big

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777: The 10 Must-Attend Energy Events of 2025: Nico...

SunCast ·

2025/01/07

No matter how you think about marketing your product or service in clean energy in 2025, your marketing plan is incomplete until you have nailed down your events schedule!Attending the right event(s) sets the stage for networking, collaboration, innovation, and ultimately business growth. That’s why nailing your events strategy (and budget) is critical. Most of you have already gotten your head around the MAIN events (RE+, ACP, Intersolar), but are you clear on what else is happening that

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776: Can These Dragon Wings Revolutionize Commercial...

SunCast ·

2025/01/02

Despite decades of progress, the commercial solar market remains bogged down by slow development cycles and complex approvals, leaving millions of buildings and temporary power needs underserved. This challenge extends even to large-scale events like the Super Bowl & Burning Man, where fossil fuel generators dominate, contributing to significant carbon emissions. With the right innovation, this “messy middle” could unlock a massive opportunity for faster, more sustainable energy

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775: Exclusive: Industry Titans Share Year-End...

SunCast ·

2024/12/31

This special episode compiles insights from some of the most influential voices in the solar and clean energy sector. Introducing a fun new “5 in 5” segment to SunCast, Nico asks industry leaders to answer five key questions (in 5 minutes) reflecting on the year that has gone and the future ahead.Each offers fresh perspectives on the industry’s most pressing challenges and bold predictions for 2025.Hear from:Abby Hopper, President and CEO, Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)Jon

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774: Merry Christmas!

SunCast ·

2024/12/24

A little gratitude for the holidayseason.🙏

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773: What Does Responsible Solar Look Like?...

SunCast ·

2024/12/19

Can solar projects do more than generate clean energy? How about enhance the health and diversity of local ecosystems?Sometimes viewed critically for their land use, solar farms can actually offer a unique opportunity to restore habitats and integrate agricultural practices. Lightsource bp, one of the world’s largest utility-scale solar developers, is a pioneer in what they refer to as “responsible solar”; with over 2 GW of projects contracted with farming families, Lightsource is helping

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