The Solar Podcast

Today, Dave is joined by Alex Wright-Gladstein, founder and CEO of Sphere. Join us as Alex discusses the importance of climate-friendly investing, shares insights on the fossil fuel industry's resistance to sustainable 401k's, and explains how individuals can take action to align their values with their investments. 

Today, Dave is joined by Ravi Manghani, Director of Strategy and Market Analytics at LS Energy Solutions. Join us as Ravi shares insights on the evolution of battery technology, discusses the myths surrounding batteries, and gives us some bold predictions for new storage technologies on the horizon.

Today, Dave is joined by John Perlin, solar historian, author, and physicist at UC Santa Barbara. Join us for a fascinating conversation on the 6000 year history of solar energy, its unlimited potential, and its importance in creating a sustainable future.

Today Dave is joined by Loren McDonald, the founder of EV Adoption. Join us as they discuss the shift from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles, smart charging, the obstacles surrounding solar power and the exciting potential of bidirectional charging. 

Today Dave is joined by renewable energy executive Adam Happel, who was most recently the General Manager of Rivian's EV charging business. Join us as they discuss Adam's professional journey at companies like Telsa and SolarCity, as well as the common questions and concerns surrounding electric vehicles. They also explore the exciting possibilities for collaboration between EV and solar companies.

Today Dave is talking with Nico Johnson, accomplished producer, podcaster, and founder of SunCast Media. Join us as they discuss the world of solar entrepreneurship, explore the Inflation Reduction Act’s impact, and talk about how Nico’s journey of growing SunCast Media into a platform with over 600 episodes and 750,000 downloads.

Today Dave is talking with Michelle Spina, Sales Education Manager at SolarEdge. Join us for a timely discussion about changes to California’s net metering program (NEM 3.0), the future of battery solutions, and how SolarEdge’s rate-saver program is making battery installation more cost-effective. 

Today Dave is talking with Cory Vanderpool, Founder of Spark. Join us as they discuss the post-installation challenges facing consumers and how his company, Spark, is creating tools that help homeowners recapture the value of their solar systems when it’s time to sell. 

Today Dave is talking with Bryan Wehler, President and CEO of ARM Group. Join us as they discuss some of the ARM Group’s most exciting projects to date including the 18 MW Annapolis Landfill Solar Project. They also discuss cutting through the red tape of permitting and zoning as well as the future of community solar. 

Today Dave is talking with Tim Mohin, Partner and Director at BCG. Join us as they discuss Tim’s impressive career as a sustainability officer at companies like Apple, AMD, and Intel. They also discuss Tim’s role as Chief Executive at the Global Reporting Initiative and the landscape of laws and regulations affecting sustainability today.