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Aug. 9, 2025

This Trick Makes Lithium-Ion Batteries Safer!

Learn how aerosol technology using potassium carbonate can stop lithium-ion battery fires by breaking the fire chain reaction. The video highlights testing results and how this method works on early-onset fires, focusing on innovative technology. This approach significantly enhances fire safety and energy storage solutions. Growing into large commercial-industrial solar?…

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Aug. 8, 2025

Battery Fire Safety Secrets Every Community Should Know!

In this clip, a fire expert details how to work with communities, developers, and authorities during the planning phase to address concerns about fire and environmental impacts. By working together, these risks can be kept very low with the proper mitigation strategies, according to the fire safety expert. Check out…

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Aug. 8, 2025

Battery Storage is Safer than You Think

Join Tim Montague as he explores the important topic of improving fire prevention in the context of battery systems. He emphasizes the need for enhanced electrical safety and safety measures to mitigate potential hazards. Learn about the critical role of safety training to enhance electrical safety awareness. Growing into large…

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Aug. 8, 2025

Solar Carports Alone Could Completely Power the American Grid

Did you know that solar carport alone could completely power the grid? Tim Montague discusses the massive potential of solar panels covering parking lots in the United States. According to the video, there are about 13,000 square miles of carport installation ready for solar energy, envisioning a future powered by…

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Aug. 7, 2025

The Truth About Energy Storage Fires!

Recent data indicates that fires started by lithium batteries in energy storage are rare, and dropped 97% between 2018-2023. The study highlights that most fires affecting battery storage start outside the batteries. These findings underscore the improved fire safety surrounding these systems. Growing into large commercial-industrial solar? Book a free…

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Aug. 7, 2025

How Can We Make Battery Storage Safe?

The video highlights how collaboration helps ensure safety, compliance, and community support during the planning phase of battery storage sites. It stresses the importance of involving local fire services. This collaboration is essential for these projects. Growing into large commercial-industrial solar? Book a free consultation with Tim Montague to grow…

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Aug. 7, 2025

How Can You Survive the Solar Coaster?

This episode discusses the ups and downs in the clean energy sector, comparing it to a solar coaster. The host encourages energy professionals to ride the wave as the global energy transition continues despite challenges related to politics and the trump administration. Stay positive and adapt to the evolving landscape…

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Aug. 7, 2025

How Batteries Make Solar Power Work All Day!

Batteries receive, store, and release energy instantaneously, a great asset for grid operators balancing supply and demand. As more renewable energy sources are added, the need for battery storage increases. With solar energy and batteries becoming more prevalent, balancing the electricity grid becomes easier and more sustainable, especially with the…

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Aug. 7, 2025

Why Solar Energy Is About To Explode In The US in the Next 3 Years!

The video highlights the expected rapid growth of solar energy in the US, with projections of record-breaking installations. It touches on potential easing of challenges and opportunities for cheaper hardware and increased installations. Stay tuned for more sustainable energy updates and insights on the energy transition! #solarpower #renewableenergy #cleanenergy Growing…

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Aug. 7, 2025

Are Batteries The Secret To 24-7 Power?

The video highlights the importance of batteries for storing energy generated from solar panels, which allows for continuous power availability. It emphasizes the need for more battery factories, particularly in the United States, to support sustainable energy goals. The discussion touches on the challenges of manufacturing and storing energy domestically,…

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Aug. 6, 2025

Are Electric Vehicles, the Nail in the Coffin for Internal Combustion Engines

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Aug. 5, 2025

Fire Safety Myths BUSTED Facts vs Lies in Battery Storage | EP 300

Think battery storage systems are fire hazards? The data tells a different story. Today on the Clean Power Hour, Joe DeBellis, Global Head of Clean Energy at FireTrace, reveals shocking findings from a survey of nearly 4,000 Americans about battery storage safety. While headlines focus on rare fire incidents, 71%…

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Aug. 4, 2025

Solar & Storage News with Montague and Weaver, Commercial Solar Guy

Join us this Friday Aug 8 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,…

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July 31, 2025

How to Sell Commercial Solar Smarter – Book Launch Announcement

📘 Wired for Sun is now available! A practical playbook for commercial solar professionals who want to sell smarter and lead the clean energy transition. 🚀 Pre-order or buy now on Amazon: cleanpowerhour.com/book In this video, I (Tim Montague, host of the Clean Power Hour) share why I wrote Wired…

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July 30, 2025

Why You Need to Adapt Your Business to Renewable Energy Today

Growing into large commercial-industrial solar? Book a free consultation with Tim Montague to grow your solar business today! https://calendly.com/tim-montague/coaching_consulting Clean Power Hour logo wear now available on demand: https://cleanpowerhour.merchyme.com/ Sponsor the show: If you make solar equipment, tools or software, you can reach thousands of energy professionals each week including…

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July 30, 2025

Why the Renewable Industry will Survive the Big Beautiful Bill

The speaker shares his perspective on how the clean energy industry is navigating recent policy changes and the impacts of the IRA. Despite the challenges, there are still opportunities for growth with renewable energy and the continued expansion of solar power. This is an important discussion on energy and the…

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July 29, 2025

Why the Big Tech Giants are Shifting to Renewable Energy

The video highlights the growing corporate demand for renewable energy, particularly from tech giants. This growing need underscores the importance of solar power and wind turbine technology. These market trends are driving the energy transition forward. Growing into large commercial-industrial solar? Book a free consultation with Tim Montague to grow…

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July 28, 2025

Renewables are Now the Cheapest Source of Energy in US

The video highlights how renewable energy is becoming more viable, especially with the demand from major corporations seeking green energy. This supports the idea of a clean energy transition and the growing importance of renewable energy. This is great science news for those looking to support sustainability. Growing into large…

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July 28, 2025

Big Tech's  Insatiable Appetite for Renewable Energy

The video highlights the growing demand for new energy, especially as major corporations seek sources of renewable energy to meet their needs. This urgency underscores the importance of renewable energy resources and the need for better understanding of solar power. The shift towards sustainable energy is becoming more critical than…

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July 28, 2025

What's Driving the UNSTOPPABLE Renewable Energy Movement? | EP299

The energy transition faces political headwinds, but market forces tell a different story. Today on the Clean Power Hour, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group and host of the Age of Adoption podcast, shares why he remains bullish on clean energy despite policy challenges. Keith brings 20 years of communications…

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July 28, 2025

Solar & Storage News with Montague and Weaver

Join us today! (Monday July 28) 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,…

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July 25, 2025

How Farmers Can Make Money From Sunlight!

Explore the benefits of vertical solar in agriculture for increased agricultural productivity and sustainable agriculture. This episode explores how vertical solar can lead to yield enhancement and better crop selection, especially with the help of precision agriculture. Learn about new agricultural technology and sustainable practices. Growing into large commercial-industrial solar?…

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July 23, 2025

See How Corn Grows Under Solar Panels!

This video explores how solar panels and farming can coexist, showcasing the benefits of agrivoltaics for agriculture. It also highlights how this practice can promote sustainable agriculture and create clean energy. This method is a great example of green technology. Growing into large commercial-industrial solar? Book a free consultation with…

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July 23, 2025

How Vertical Farming Makes Life Easier for Farmers!

Explore the potential of vertical farming for enhanced food production and greater sustainability. Learn how this innovative agriculture method can help meet both food and energy needs, offering a practical solution for farmers. Discover the benefits of vertical farming and its role in shaping a green future. Growing into large…

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