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#EP322 Today on the Clean Power Hour, we dive into one of the biggest bottlenecks strangling the clean energy transition: the slow, messy world of zoning, permitting, and early-stage development. Our guests are Julia Wu and Anuj Saigal, co-founders of Spark AI, a Y Combinator-backed platform that has ingested and…

Today on the Clean Power Hour, we speak with the innovators behind Spark AI, a cutting-edge platform bringing `artificial intelligence` to developers in `solar energy`, storage, and data centers. Discover how their `workflow automation` software is designed to aggregate critical data and drive `ai productivity` for complex solar projects. We…

Join us this Friday, Dec 5, 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,…

Join us this Friday, Dec 5, 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,…

Today on the Clean Power Hour, we sit down with Byron Kominek, founder of Jack Solar Garden and the Colorado Agrivoltaics Learning Center, to explore how his family transformed a struggling hay farm into a thriving agrivoltaics operation. Byron shares the journey from losing money on traditional farming to building…

Today on the Clean Power Hour, we explore how agrivoltaic solar trackers are solving two problems at once: land constraints and struggling farms. Host Tim Montague sits down with Mo Horowitz, Chief Commercial Officer of Solargik, to discuss how their tracking technology enables farmers to generate both crops and clean…

In this episode, we explore vertical bifacial solar racking with Tia Hanes from Sunzaun. This European innovation is transforming how farmers and solar developers think about land use. Tia Hanes represents Sunzaun, a company bringing vertical bifacial racking systems to North America. These adaptable mounting solutions allow farmers to maintain…

#EP321 Today on the Clean Power Hour, we explore energy storage as a service for some of the toughest markets in the country. Tim Montague sits down with Christian Farivar, founder of Karh, to discuss how his company is tackling grid congestion, load pockets, and resilience challenges in Urban Areas…

This video examines research suggesting that solar tariffs may have led to nearly 600 preventable deaths in the United States over a decade by limiting access to imported solar panels. The discussion analyzes how importing solar panels has actually saved American lives by making clean energy more accessible, impacting the…

This video explores new research demonstrating how wind power projects lead to improved local schools and an increase in neighboring property values by approximately 3%. It challenges common misconceptions, highlighting the positive impact of wind energy on rural life and local communities. This positive land value shift contributes to green…

We are in the thick of the grid's evolution from a centralized system to a more interactive and decentralized network. This episode explores the role of advanced metering infrastructure, like smart meters, in making the power grid more responsive to real-time needs. Achieving true grid modernization requires these smart metering…

This video emphasizes the crucial role of solar energy in creating a healthier future for humanity. We discuss how accelerating the clean energy transition through widespread adoption of green technology is literally saving people and contributing to a sustainable energy solution. Addressing climate change requires immediate action and the deployment…

This episode explores how microgrids can be designed for current needs while also planning for futuregrowth, considering evolving electricity and gas prices and advancements in technology. The discussion emphasizes the flexibility and scalability of microgrids, especially for growing data centers and changing energy demands, which are critical for stable power…

Explore how Xendee aids in understanding new technologies, focusing on both sizes and capacities. It mirrors real control strategies, enabling algorithm deployment as a controller for enhanced process optimization. Boost your business efficiency and streamline workflow management with effective capacity management and resource allocation. Check out my new book: Wired…

The video examines the rising costs associated with energy transmission and distribution in Europe, which now frequently exceed the actual cost of energy itself. It highlights how a "microgrid system" offers a more cost-effective solution for data centers, providing "reliable electricity" and helping to manage "energy consumption" compared to expensive…

This discussion addresses the challenges of building affordable energy infrastructure in the US, particularly in California where the "power price" for electricity is notably high. We explore the critical need for "reliable electricity" and consider how a "microgrid system" could offer viable "energy solutions" for "sustainable development." The conversation highlights…

In this episode, we discuss the importance of early partnerships between project developers, EPCs, utilities, and local government. This conversation aims to clarify the "epc meaning" and provides an "epc explained" overview for various stakeholders. We're "digging deep" into how collaboration can lead to successful project outcomes, emphasizing "consumer protection"…

Looking ahead, the next five years of grid modernization will see significant advancements in virtual power plants and on-site energy solutions. This conversation explores how new technologies will shape the energy landscape by 2030, with a focus on enhancing grid resilience through improved energy management. The future of energy systems…

This episode examines the significant shift towards the "virtual power plant" and the increasing role of "distributed energy" resources in creating more resilient energy markets. Experts explain how utilities are adapting their business models to leverage these new technologies for greater efficiency and "energy management". This approach enhances "grid stability"…

As artificial intelligence data centers increase electricity demand, microgrid systems are becoming essential for providing reliable electricity. This video explores how these localized power systems serve as initial energy solutions while awaiting long-term grid connections. It highlights the critical role of microgrids in ensuring stable power distribution and integrating renewable…

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This video discusses recent news from Australia, highlighting a proposed policy instrument that would mandate electricity retailers offer free electricity during midday. We explore the implications of this approach for renewable energy integration and broader energy management. The discussion also touches on what is energy in the context of such…

In this Episode, we discuss the latest trends in utility regulation, focusing on the shift towards performance-based programs. These new rules could impact both utilities and consumers by emphasizing energy management and compensation for measurable energy savings. We also explore how these changes address peak demand challenges and contribute to…

Today on the Clean Power Hour, Brandon Wagoner, Vice President of Strategy at Middle Tennessee Electric, explains how the second largest cooperative in America manages explosive EV adoption, deploys 32 megawatts of battery storage, and builds 113 megawatts of solar arrays while keeping rates low. His secret weapon: load factor…