Podcasts

Contractor’s Corner: Radiance Solar Nationwide DG installer prioritizes data analytics and quality control.

Kelsey Misbrener — Mon, 20 May 2024 12:00:20 +0000

The solar industry often talks about ways to cut the soft costs of running a business — the behind-the-scenes project management software, training processes and data analytics that keep projects on schedule and up to quality. But one EPC says now is instead the time for investment into these areas to meet IRA requirements and…

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Contractor’s Corner: Bombard Electric Electrical contractor and solar developer rides wave of large-scale energy storage growth.

Sara Carbone — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:10 +0000

Utility-scale solar is experiencing a particularly exciting boom lately, with SEIA reporting an increase of 22.5 GWDC of capacity in 2023, a 77% increase over the year before. Several companies are capitalizing on this growth, bolstered by supportive federal policy and innovative technological developments. Bombard Electric is a Las Vegas-based full-service electrical contractor with expertise…

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Solar Spotlight: Simplifying and automating large-scale solar design

Billy Ludt — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:00:28 +0000

Utility-scale solar projects are consistently breaking capacity records annually, both in individual project size and overall countrywide output. The sheer scale of these acres and sometimes miles long arrays require an unprecedented amount of worktime to construct, and even before a pile is driven into the dirt, project engineers must spend time designing these systems.…

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Contractor’s Corner: Standard Solar Solar developer recognizes vital role of technological innovations and promise of community solar.

Sara Carbone — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 11:00:21 +0000

Several mid-sized solar businesses are experiencing rapid growth this year and looking to scale sustainably and effectively. They are also enjoying the uninterrupted flow of opportunities brought by the Inflation Reduction Act and the community solar sector. Standard Solar, a national solar developer, financier and owner-operator of more than 350 MW of solar, has been…

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Contractor’s Corner: Ipsun Solar Washington, D.C., solar development company is using innovation to cut costs and transform the customer experience.

Sara Carbone — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:00:01 +0000

In the wake of a slower year for many solar sectors, developers are working hard to lower soft costs and make solar and storage more easily accessible to prospects. They’re also constantly looking for ways to adapt to the changes brought by the Inflation Reduction Act. Ipsun Solar, a Washington, D.C.-based solar developer, often finds…

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Contractor’s Corner: Burns & McDonnell Utility-scale EPC prioritizes training to save time on big jobs.

Kelsey Misbrener — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:00:07 +0000

Utility solar sites are becoming more challenging to develop, with most of the vast, flat options already gobbled up by now. Choosing an EPC that’s organized, experienced and well-trained in the latest technology for less-than-ideal site layouts can be the difference between an on-time and on-budget completion or a missed target. Kansas City, Missouri-based Burns…

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Solar Spotlight: Solar mounting hits the deck

Billy Ludt — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 13:00:23 +0000

Over the last several years, the shape and size of mounts used in residential solar projects have changed to a lower profile attachment that can be installed over the shingle instead of slid underneath like metal flashing sheets. The next obstacle in residential solar design was expanding these top-mounted attachments that could primarily be installed…

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Solar Spotlight: Scaling energy storage while facing a climate crisis

Billy Ludt — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 13:00:13 +0000

As the effects of a changing climate increase in both frequency and severity, the need for technologies that can decarbonize and support electrical infrastructure is paramount. In this episode of Solar Spotlight, Zolaikha Strong, senior director of policy and regulatory affairs at Generac Power Systems, discusses the significance of energy storage in the contexts of…

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Contractor’s Corner: Alternative Energy Southeast (AES) Georgia installer builds trusted brand with electrical background and willingness to try new tech.

Kelsey Misbrener — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:00:27 +0000

The residential and commercial solar market is a competitive space, with national players and local outfits each vying for a piece. While bigger companies may be able to offer lower prices with their economies of scale, smaller companies with established local reputations often boast the highest-quality jobs and post-install service. One such regional business, Alternative…

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Solar Spotlight: Integrating the benefits of rail into a rail-less solar mount

Billy Ludt — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:00:31 +0000

Solar racking manufacturer SunModo will soon debut its latest pitched rooftop mount, NanoRack, to the residential market. On this episode of Solar Spotlight, CEO Steve Mumma discusses the system features and installation considerations built into NanoRack. A written portion of this podcast is below but be sure to listen to the full episode on your…

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Solar Spotlight: Butyl mounts rooftop solar projects in a flash

Billy Ludt — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:51 +0000

The shape of solar mounts is changing, and so too are how they’re attached to rooftops. K2 Systems, a solar racking manufacturer, has integrated a butyl sealant onto a new line of roof mounts. On this episode of Solar Spotlight, Brett Nielsen, VP of products and services at K2, is here to share the rationale…

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Solar Spotlight: Meeting the growing demand for solar racking

Billy Ludt — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:59:10 +0000

Domestic solar is consistently breaking installation records year over year and is slated to keep that pace. Yet, manufacturers and suppliers are still feeling the effects of pandemic supply chain delays. In this episode of Solar Spotlight, Unirac’s new VP of operations and supply chain, Lee Ingram, and former guest and VP of Unirac’s commercial…

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Contractor’s Corner: Vibe Solar California residential contractor adapts to NEM 3.0 with more storage and new services.

Kelsey Misbrener — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:00:48 +0000

After a drawn-out battle, the new NEM 3.0 net billing regime is officially in place in California. Residential contractors are learning to adapt their businesses to ensure homeowners see adequate savings through their investments. Lancaster, California-based Vibe Solar has pivoted its business to adapt to the new normal, adding full roofing services to its offerings…

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Contractor’s Corner: Renewable IPP Alaskan EPC brings large-scale solar projects to The Last Frontier.

Kelsey Misbrener — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 12:00:37 +0000

Renewable IPP is a young EPC company in the far northwest that just energized a milestone project — an 8.5-MW solar array in Houston, Alaska. In this episode of the Contractor’s Corner podcast, I talk to Jenn Miller, CEO, and Chris Colbert, CFO, about the things that make utility-scale solar in Alaska different from the…

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Solar Spotlight: Choosing the right battery storage for homeowners going solar

Billy Ludt — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:00:54 +0000

Energy storage is becoming a more common feature on residential solar installations so homeowners can tap into the power they’ve generated when they need it — not just when the sun is up. Rex Liu, VP of product management at Generac, a manufacturer of batteries for renewable energy applications, is here to share how solar…

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