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This episode takes a detailed look at the Sigenergy recall, covering the timeline of issues, communication breakdowns, installer frustrations, fire incident investigations, and the broader implications for product testing, compliance, and industry transparency. Guest Anthony Bennett joins the discussion to help unpack what happened, what went wrong, and what the solar sector can learn moving forward.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Southwell Solar Training—delivering practical, standards-based CPD that installers actually find useful. Their online courses cover real-world issues like defects, labelling, battery installation, and system upgrades, helping solar professionals stay compliant while building confidence on the job.

Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen, Nigel Morris and Jess MacPherson. It's a casual conversation that shouldn't be taken as business, financial or legal advice. 

00:00 Opening Banter
01:23 Podcast Intro
02:31 Nigel’s New Solar System
06:24 Everything Electric Recap
07:36 Smart Energy Council Updates
09:25 Coalition Net-Zero Shift
11:07 Nuclear vs Renewables Debate
14:41 Introducing Anthony Bennett
16:43 Timeline of SIG Issues
19:44 Early Reports & Communication Gaps
22:11 Voluntary Recall Explained
23:51 Installer Impact & Responsibilities
25:15 SIG Communication Challenges
26:59 Fire Incident Discussion
30:45 SolarQuotes Article Timeline
34:04 Other Plug Recalls
36:30 Approval & Testing Questions
38:06 SIG Moderation Debate
41:24 Transparency Concerns
43:13 Recall Scale & Risk Context
44:16 Installer Frustration
45:26 Facts on Recall & Replacements
48:23 Business Impact & Scheduling
49:57 Two-Per-Day Rule Clarified
50:35 Replacement Stock & Logistics
52:14 Recall Communication Debate
53:47 Product vs Install Fault
56:42 Broader Electrification Load Issues
58:22 Cable, Switchboard & Load Concerns
01:00:21 Lessons for Industry
01:02:26 Online Reactions & Tension
01:02:49 Final Round & Wrap-Up