Videos

Nearly a million Americans lost power last week. I used to think of these storms as outliers. They are not. Sam Gomberg and Rachel Licker from the Union of Concerned Scientists joined me to discuss their new report, Power After the Storm. What they found: every worst outage of the…

I asked Sam Gomberg: what is the one investment we keep delaying that will cost us the most? His answer: targeted community-scale microgrids. That is how you protect the most vulnerable people. When I asked what metric should guide our response, he said something I will not forget. "Maybe that…

I think we energy professionals need to be honest with ourselves. A Stanford report puts the US on track to decarbonize by 2148. China is projected to hit 2050. Even if we beat expectations and reach net zero by 2050, we are still living in a 450 ppm world. That…

The death toll from extreme weather events is higher than official numbers show. Rachel Licker from the Union of Concerned Scientists found that indirect deaths are often missed. Carbon monoxide poisoning from generators. Medical equipment that stops working. Vulnerable people in mobile homes and low-income housing who cannot evacuate. These…

I asked Rachel Licker about the real consequences of storms like Fern. Her answer stayed with me. These extreme events do not hit everyone equally. Marginalized communities bear the brunt. And they are not prioritized when the lights come back on. This is about more than infrastructure. It is about…

Storm Fern just knocked out power for nearly a million Americans. But here's what the media won't tell you: this wasn't a freak accident—it's the new normal. New research from the Union of Concerned Scientists reveals that 100% of the worst power outages in the last decade share one shocking…

Why would a state try to ban solar construction to protect the environment? That's the framing behind a Missouri bill that would halt all solar through 2027. John Weaver and I discussed this on Clean Power Hour Live. A 430 MW project is already under construction. It would double the…

Global clean energy investment hit $2.3 trillion in 2025. Up 8% from 2024. The US grew 3.5% to $378 billion. John and I did the math on Clean Power Hour Live. If the world grew at 8% and the US grew at 3.5%, the rest of the world invested at…

What if the right battery for your project isn't lithium? John Weaver is chasing a zinc battery project with EOS. He walked through the specs on Clean Power Hour Live. 800 kWh per unit. Domestic content. Competitive pricing. Longer duration than typical lithium systems. For his application, a 12 to…

Elon Musk announced plans to source 100 GW of solar for SpaceX and xAI data centers. He also wants to manufacture 100 GW of solar panels domestically. John Weaver unpacked the details on Clean Power Hour Live. The US installs 50 to 60 GW of solar per year. Musk is…

2026 is being called "the year of the big cell." John Weaver broke down the LFP cell race on Clean Power Hour Live. Chinese manufacturers are scaling from 314 Ah to 500 Ah and beyond. CATL: 587 Ah. EVE: 628 Ah. Hithium: 1175 Ah for 8-hour storage. Sunwoda: 684 Ah.…

25 states have submitted balcony solar legislation in roughly one year. John Weaver dropped this stat on this week's Clean Power Hour Live, and it stopped me cold. Utah moved first. Now 24 other states are following. When was the last time you saw clean energy legislation spread this fast…

Join us this Friday, Feb 6, at 1 PM ET as we cover the latest solar & storage news and analysis. Co-hosts Tim Montague, solar business coach, and John Weaver, the Commercial Solar Guy, solar developer and PV Magazine author, reflect on the latest solar and storage news, tools, technologies,…

We share a compelling project success story from California. This discussion highlights effective project management and project planning that addressed specific facility management needs. The project objectives were clearly met, demonstrating significant positive outcomes. Check out my new book: Wired for Sun: The Commercial Solar Playbook on Amazon https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/book Growing…

The solar industry is constantly changing, making it an exciting field. This clip highlights how much has evolved, even referencing concepts like Earthos and flat-ground solar facilities. We explore the rapid advancements in solar power and solar energy, which continue to redefine best practices in renewable energy. This is a…

Discover how Google is venturing into clean energy storage with compressed carbon dioxide projects. This initiative, featuring a co2 energy dome, highlights innovative carbon capture storage methods. These renewable energy efforts are crucial for sustainable energy futures. Check out my new book: Wired for Sun: The Commercial Solar Playbook on…

This video emphasizes the importance of a strong growth mindset and resilience in any industry, especially in solar project development. It highlights that learning from mistakes is crucial for progress, as they are only setbacks if you don't learn from them. The key to success is continuous motivation and never…

This video discusses forward-looking trends, focusing on the decreasing cost of batteries and their integration with solar power. Experts predict that solar and battery will become the new form of renewable baseload power, achieving grid parity in various regions. This technology is driving the future of renewable energy and solar…

We explore the integration of artificial intelligence into daily business operations, from document management to marketing. This discussion highlights how AI tools are increasingly being implemented in solar solutions, with monitoring companies embedding AI into their platforms. Discover how AI workflow automation is enhancing business automation and improving overall ai…

What's really driving the need for more energy storage? It's not just renewables. It's load dynamics. Shawn Shaw from Camelot Energy Group explains: data centers, connected devices, and 24/7 online demands require a controllable power system. Loads have never been this variable. Storage provides the flexibility to manage them. This…

Grid operators truly value batteries for their remarkable speed and two-way energy flow, which is absolutely essential for balancing dynamic grid loads and ensuring stable electricity. During peak demand and when renewable energy sources are abundant, batteries are key for effective energy management. This clip highlights how batteries are becoming…

This video directly challenges the persistent myth that renewable energy sources like wind and solar power are unreliable. We highlight the high availability of solar panels and other solar energy solutions, showcasing their predictability. This engineering perspective demonstrates why these clean energy options are a favorable alternative to traditional power…

This episode explores the significant advantages of battery technology for both generation asset owners and grid operators. We discuss how batteries are crucial for managing electricity, including frequency and voltage control, and their role in absorbing excess energy. This allows for offsetting costly infrastructure upgrades, highlighting the practical applications in…

Discover the hurdles of installing EV charging stations, especially in bustling urban settings, largely due to grid interconnection challenges and extensive wait times. This video highlights how solar panel and battery systems can provide an off grid solution, deployed in parking lots without utility involvement. We also touch upon the…