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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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17:20

ASES Celebrates 55 Years of Solar with Ella Nielsen

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/04/08

Get an insider preview of Solar 2026, the American Solar Energy Society's 55th annual national solar conference, coming to Austin's Palmer Event Center October 19–21. Host Sean White and Conference Director Ella Nielsen cover keynote speakers, student programs, award nominations, technical divisions, and why this year's collaboration with the Texas Solar Energy Society makes it a can't-miss event.Topics Covered ASES = American Solar Energy Society ISES = International Solar Energy Society NorCal

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91:28

Dick Swanson, SunPower, Back Contact Solar Cells,...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/04/07

SunPower co-founder Dick Swanson discusses his pioneering work developing Interdigitated Back Contact solar cells at Stanford and the industry's evolution from the 1973 energy crisis to today's cost-competitive technology. Topics include Bell Labs' accidental solar cell discovery, the learning curve predicting cost declines, critical partnerships with Cypress Semiconductor, major technical pivots from concentrating to flat-plate systems, and the fortuitous circumstances that transformed solar energy

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24:18

Speed of Light Solar Sales with Tim Price and Trace...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/04/03

At Intersolar San Diego, Tim Price (CRO) and Trace Jenkins (Senior Sales Engineer) of SOLO LLC discuss how modern solar software is transforming residential sales, from accurate system design and interactive proposals to integrated financing tools. They reflect on the evolution from early platforms like OnGrid to today’s AI-driven solutions, highlighting how increased transparency and consumer awareness are shaping more informed buyers. The conversation also covers key industry shifts, including

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30:51

Peter Shuts Down Rapid Shutdown

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/04/01

Rapid shutdown was designed to protect firefighters, but could simpler systems be the smarter path forward? A 10-year fire veteran turned solar installer shares hard-won lessons from the field, including why fewer electronics in the array might mean safer, more reliable solar for everyone. A bold conversation about building a better solar future.Topics Covered Rapid Shutdown Firefighter Energy Wise Services www.energywiseservices.com Energy Wise Lighting Feed in Tariff Program in

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33:07

The Currency of Energy with Sasson Peress

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/29

Energy industry veteran Sasson Peress examines why standard metrics like watts and kilowatt hours fail to capture real-world performance. From solar panel ratings under idealized test conditions to battery storage variables, including degradation, C-rates, temperature constraints, and cycle limitations, the gap between nameplate specifications and actual delivered value has significant implications for developers, financiers, and end users navigating today's energy landscape.Topics

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14:06

NYC Solar: Rooftops, Codes, and Motivation with...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/27

What does it take to install solar in one of the most regulated cities in the country? From specialty flat-roof racking in Brooklyn and Queens to navigating NYC's newly adopted 2020 electrical code, this episode explores the technical and business realities of urban solar plus why younger designers see opportunity where others see complexity. Topics Covered How to make solar more exciting Decreasing Pollution Coal Oil Heating New York City Solar Dubai Chiller

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26:47

Solar Software and AI with Curtis Merring of Aurora

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/25

At Intersolar San Diego, Sean sits down with Curtis Marion, Director of Product Marketing at Aurora Solar, about how Aurora and its C&I product HelioScope help installers design and sell solar remotely using aerial imagery, lidar, and accurate simulations, reducing soft costs and improving safety. Marion explains Aurora’s go-to-market marketing approach and notes the company has 7,000+ customers, with 70–80% of the industry touching its tools during a project lifecycle. They discuss why Aurora

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40:19

Free OnGrid Solar Software with Mike Bishop, Solar Nerd

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/22

Solar industry veteran Mike Bishop discusses two decades of photovoltaic market transformation on Sean White’s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast. From California's $4/watt rebates and OnGrid financial modeling software to current net metering policy, AI data center power demands, and Energy Net protocols, they analyze economic trends, regulatory impacts, and technological developments. The discussion examines distributed versus utility-scale generation, battery storage evolution, and whether rising

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26:18

Polygraph Tests for Solar Salespeople with Energy...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/20

At Intersolar San Diego, Sean meets again with Eric Holvik of EnergySage (which was now acquired by Schneider Electrics) about the shifting U.S. residential solar market. Holvik says residential solar is projected to contract by about 30% this year and notes the customer-owned residential tax credit has expired, swinging the market toward 80–90% third-party ownership after a recent 50/50 owned-versus-leased split. They discuss how rising utility rates, time-of-use pricing, batteries, and virtual

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22:39

O&M Solar with Arch General Manager Michael Schwarz

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/18

At Intersolar San Diego, Sean White meets Michael Schwarz, General Manager for growth at Arch O&M, about operations and maintenance for solar projects. Schwarz describes O&M as the “service shop” for PV systems, with days driven by shifting schedules, customer and technician calls, and occasional field work. Arch focuses mainly on commercial/industrial and ground-mount systems roughly 400 kW to 20 MW, with maintenance needs increasing around years 7–9. They handle preventive work such as IV

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28:11

AI, Solar and Storage’s Consciousness with Solar...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/15

Solar Steve Sherman highlights his solar energy projects and shares updates from Aruba on Sean White’s podcast. They talked about Steve's musical project using AI to create solar-themed songs, his recent completion of the ESIP exam, and his installation of solar systems in Michigan before the tax credit expired. Steve shared his experiences working on rooftops in snowy conditions to meet the deadline, emphasizing the importance of safety and careful planning. They also discussed the potential for

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32:09

NABCEP Conference Preview with Shawn O'Brien...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Shawn O’Brien, president and CEO of NABCEP, previews the NABCEP 2026 conference in Milwaukee, describing it as a high-training, high-networking event with Irish-themed festivities because St. Patrick’s Day falls during the conference. He outlines the nightly schedule—Monday sports-themed reception after the keynote, Tuesday St. Patrick’s Day dinner with karaoke and an Irish pub after-party, and Wednesday awards night—plus meals, open bar, and extensive networking. The conference is the third largest

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24:46

Sodium-Ion Batteries with Darren Tan CEO of Unigrid

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Darren Tan, CEO of Unigrid Battery, discusses sodium-ion battery technology as a safer, temperature-resilient alternative to lithium-ion batteries. The conversation explores the chemistry differences, safety advantages, manufacturing approach, and emerging applications in residential energy storage, commercial buildings, data centers, and electric vehicles.Topics Covered: Sodium-ion vs. lithium-ion battery technology Battery safety and fire risk comparisons Temperature performance

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25:36

Intersolar Interconnection with Bill Brooks at The...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/11

At Intersolar San Diego, Sean White and Bill Brooks discussed about the growing U.S. momentum for “plugin” or balcony solar, where small PV systems plug into a home branch circuit. Brooks explains that what happens with excess power depends on the utility meter: old spinning meters may run backward and credit you, some modern meters can charge you for exported power, and others ignore exports unless programmed for net metering, which typically requires an interconnection agreement. They discuss

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12:14

Why Republicans Love Solar and Storage

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/08

A satirical look at how solar energy aligns with conservative values like energy independence, national security, and free-market competition. Sean White reframes renewable energy through a Republican lens, emphasizing self-reliance, lower costs, and freedom from utility monopolies rather than environmental concerns. The message: solar isn't partisan, and there's more common ground than you'd think.Topics Covered God bless America! Independence Grid is a commie No shared electricity with

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90:17

Turning Silicon Into Gold with Dick Swanson

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/08

SunPower co-founder Dick Swanson discusses his pioneering work developing Interdigitated Back Contact solar cells at Stanford and the industry's evolution from the 1973 energy crisis to today's cost-competitive technology. Topics include Bell Labs' accidental solar cell discovery, the learning curve predicting cost declines, critical partnerships with Cypress Semiconductor, major technical pivots from concentrating to flat-plate systems, and the fortuitous circumstances that transformed solar energy

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35:22

6.4 kW Plug-In Solar with Erika Ginsberg-Klemmt of...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Erika of Gismo Power discusses their innovative plug-in solar system that challenges traditional solar installations. The conversation covers the regulatory barriers facing plug-in solar technology, her company's groundbreaking deployment on the Lakota Nation, Pine Ridge Reservation, and the future of democratized renewable energy generation in America. Topics Covered: Plug-in solar technology and mobile electricity generating appliances (MEGA) Regulatory challenges and codes & standards

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22:01

Solar + Storage: Powering Data Centers with ZEO...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/04

At Intersolar San Diego, Sean talks with Tim Bridgewater, CEO of ZEO Energy, about the company’s shift from 100% residential solar into behind-the-meter solar-and-storage solutions for large loads like data centers. Bridgewater shares ZEO Energy’s growth path (including acquiring Synergy Solar and Heliogen and going public in March 2024) and announces an MOU for a 280 MW solar farm with energy storage in central Utah to power a data center. They discuss surging U.S. data center demand, why on-site

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33:50

Pre-Milwaukee Nabcep Conference with Andrew Holmstrom...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/03/02

Explore the real-world transformation of America's energy landscape through candid conversations with solar industry insiders like Andrew Holmstrom of Arch Solar. From innovative vertical installations and Wisconsin's unique capacity credits to deep-fried cheese curds and maple syrup experiments, discover how rising electricity costs, AI-driven data center demands, and grid modernization are making renewables more competitive than ever. Get unfiltered perspectives on net metering policies, battery

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26:59

Non-Exporting Balcony Solar and Storage With Raya...

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast ·

2026/02/22

In this podcast episode, Sean interviewed Meghan Wood, CEO of Raya Power, about their innovative solar and storage system. Meghan explained how Raya Power's all-in-one appliance connects directly to home appliances and provides both energy savings and backup power during outages. They discussed the system's features, including its ability to handle both 120V and 240V loads, and its potential applications for electric vehicles and residential use. Meghan also touched on the growing interest in

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