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Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Saging with Erik Holvik of EnergySageIn this episode, we dive into ethical solar sales, industry trends, and consumer-first practices with Erik from EnergySage and Sean White. They explore how EnergySage connects customers with vetted installers—cutting out aggressive sales tactics—and discuss the platform’s mission to bring transparency to the solar market. The conversation also covers solar legislation, community solar, and the critical role of education and regulation in protecting both consumers and the industry. A must-listen for solar professionals and enthusiasts alike! Topics Covered: Solar Philippines B2B (Business to business) NABCEP Conference Senator Fabian Donate Solar B...2025-04-2751 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastNABCEP and Job Security featuring Shawn O’Brien President and CEO of NABCEPShawn O’Brien is probably well known by most of our audience, since we talk more about technical PV and storage topics, than any podcast I know of. If you have even been to a solar conference in the USA, you probably have been in the presence of Shawn and Sean, perhaps both at the same time! We are leading up to the NABCEP conference in Reno next week, the week of March 24th! Be sure to be there and you can also take Sean’s PV Associate class at the conference, so sign up here: https://www.heats...2025-03-2045 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastInterSolar Podcasting: Perovskite Solar Cell Tech with Charlie Hasselbrink CTO of Caelux'sPerovskite is a type of thin film PV that can be layered on top of silicon cells to get more power! Caelux makes perovskite on glass that can be used as the glass of a traditional PV module. Charlie gets into how perovskite is made and how it works, all the way to the band gap. Topics covered: What is a Perovskite How Perovskite Crystals Form Transparent conductors Matching Perovskite and Silicon Technologies Temperature Coefficients Two-Terminal Tandem vs. Four-Terminal Tandem Reverse Bias Solar Cells as LEDs in Reverse Space-Based S...2025-03-0939 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastNABCEP Energy Storage Installation Professional LessonNABCEP Energy Storage Installation Professional Lesson This podcast is an assignment from Sean’s 40-hour NABCEP Advanced Energy Storage Certification Training class on HeatSpring! It is recommended by anyone in the industry to get a NABCEP certification for job security and to grow! If you are not already in the industry, you can also learn a few things from this podcast, which is a lesson on how to communicate energy storage with customers. Sean is known for making technical subjects fun and as simple as possible, so people can learn and pass exams while enjoying thems...2025-01-1929 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastTim Montague of the Clean Power Hour PodcastSean has been on Tim’s podcast a number of times and it was time for Tim to be on Sean’s podcast! Both Tim and Sean have classes on HeatSpring and see each other at all of the big and many smaller solar conferences in the US. In this podcast they talk about various topics including: Topics covered: History of Clean Power Hour Solar Works For Illinois PV Magazine John Weaver RE+ CPS America = Chint Power Systems Americas www.chintpowersystems.com SUNVOY www.sunvoy.com O&M = Operat...2025-01-1237 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSequoya Cross: DC only Energy Storage System from Briggs and StrattonAn energy storage system (ESS) was always something that included an inverter…. Until now. Tune in and listen to this fun conversation with Sequoya and Sean as they shoot the breeze about how cool this new UL 9540 Edition 3 standard is and how it saves money by not having to get tested with every individual inverter. Sequoya is also on the California Solar and Storage Association Board of Directors, so send them all your money! They are very important!! Topics Discussed: Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions www.energy.briggsandstratton.com DC only ESS = Dir...2024-12-0844 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastPowering Tomorrow: Fronius' Paul Bui Talks Inverters, Storage, and SustainabilitySean White interviews Paul Bui from Fronius, discussing the company’s history, innovations in welding and solar technologies, new product lines including the Gen 24 hybrid inverters, and the future of energy management. They touch on Fronius' sustainable practices, industry impact, and plans for integrating renewable energy solutions, including energy storage and potential developments in EV chargers and virtual power plants. The conversation sheds light on advancements in solar inverter technologies and Fronius' commitment to sustainability. topics covered: Fronius www.fronius.com Welding “Energy Thieves” Inverter Hybrid Inverter Robotics Power Electronics CMT Mac...2024-12-0147 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastMark Mrohs: 51yr Solar Industry Veteran: from making space cells for Spectrolab to VRDescription: I first met Mark Mrohs in 2008 and have always been fascinated by his experience in the industry. Some years ago, I made a list of people I wanted to be on my podcast, and Mark’s name was at the top. Mark has been in the industry since terrestrial solar was a pipedream. He started out working at Spectrolab, which is still making solar cells for space and is not a Boeing company. I once tried calling Spectrolab to see how much solar cells were and they told me they needed government clearance to te...2024-11-241h 02

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastDavid Chen of Cold Electric talks Batteries, Predicting the Future and AnthropologyTitle: David Chen of Cold Electric talks Batteries, Predicting the Future and Anthropology Description: In this podcast Sean and David Chen take a deep dive into the grid, where it is going, what it needs and how human behavior effects technology. They discuss David Chen's journey from Murata Electronics to Cold Electric, a Taiwanese battery company. They also tackle green technologies, challenges in clean energy adoption, and the intricacies of global energy markets. Topics covered: Murata Electronics www.murata.com Capacitors Hydrogen Blue Economy Circular Economy Anthropology Sociology...2024-11-1757 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSean Reads the International Fire Code Section 1207 Electrical ESSDo not listen to this podcast, unless you are an ESS nerd! Sean Reads the International Fire Code Section 1207 Electrical ESS. This podcast of Sean reading Code, and is not intended for normal people to listen to. Skip this, unless you already know what the IFC is and are interested in this topic. The International Fire Code (IFC) has the rules for non-residential ESSs that are used in the US and adopted by most states. A few starters use the NFPA 1 Fire Code. There is another NFPA Standard NFPA 855 The Standard For The Installation of St...2024-11-111h 35

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSolar Innovations with Brit HellerThey delve into Brit's journey in the solar industry, exploring her experiences from door-to-door solar sales to her work on community solar projects and farm management. The conversation highlights the vital need for more women in solar and the innovative courses offered by Heatspring. Join us for a mix of valuable insights, captivating stories, and plenty of laughs! Topics covered: Brit’s role in HeatSpring as the Director of Program Management PVIP = PV Installation Professional ESIP = Energy Storage Installation Professional Solar Roadways PVTS = PV Technical Sales Solar Sales Taylor Jackson of HeatSpring Sol...2024-11-1037 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastGreg Smith Battery Powered Home and NABCEP ESIPIn this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy storage podcast, I'm excited to welcome back my long-time friend and industry expert, Greg Smith. We dive into his book, The Battery Powered Home, and explore the NABCEP ESIP certification, along with a wide range of topics in solar and energy storage technologies. Greg shares some valuable insights from his experiences during the peak of the lockdown and his work with companies like SMA, Sonnen, and Tigo. We also talked about practical tips for new installers, the importance of reading manuals, and share some funny stories from our careers. ...2024-11-0349 min

Finding Your VentureMake the Most of Early Customer PitchesIt’s been a while since we made an episode of Finding Your Venture. We’re back today to answer a really common student question from the course. Essentially the question is, “I don’t feel comfortable selling something we haven’t made yet.” And it’s a really common thing that comes up as the team is out pitching customers. I’m going to play this conversation I had with Bob Caspe – and I’m hoping it will re-frame yoru mindset about what’s happening in these early customer conversations. Like, what’s the point. Remember...2024-10-2911 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSolar for Women with Riley NeugebauerIn this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, host Sean White has an engaging conversation with Riley Neugebauer, a renowned solar influencer and installer. Riley shares her journey into the solar industry, the founding of her organization 'Solar for Women,' and her insights on the challenges women face in the solar trades. They also discuss her role as a residential electrician, the social aspects of the solar community, and the future of solar technology and policy. Topics Covered: Solar for Women Facebook www.facebook.com/SolarForWomen Website www.solarforwomen.com Instagram www.i...2024-10-2755 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastTim Townsend 1980s Solar, PVUSA and more!Sean White hosts Tim Townsend in an extensive discussion on the historical and technical evolution of solar energy. They delve into Arco Solar's pioneering work in the 1980s, the PVUSA project, and personal anecdotes that bring to life the early days of the solar industry. The conversation also explores the practicalities of solar energy systems, from degradation rates to the enduring reliability of older and newer modules. Tim shares insights earned from decades in the field, peppered with amusing and thought-provoking stories, including a scare involving a stray bullet at the PVUSA site. Topics Covered: PG&E...2024-10-201h 27

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Storage and Beyond: Wayne Garrett on Viridi’s Tech, Partnerships, and Military UsesIn this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean White interviews Wayne Garrett, Chief Commercial Officer for Viridi. They discuss Viridi's innovative energy storage solutions, including their use of LG 18650 cells, passive cooling technology, and applications in microgrids and commercial settings. They also touch on Viridi's partnerships, particularly with Sunbelt and potential connections to construction equipment. Additionally, Garrett shares insights about their military applications, emphasizing the importance of silent and efficient battery systems in tactical scenarios. Topics covered: Microgrids Microgrid training Viridi Parente www.viridiparente.com Energy Storage Solar on T...2024-10-1353 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastPowering Success: The Energy Consulting Edge with Jessica HarrisJoin Sean White on this episode of the Solar and Energy Storage Podcast as he sits down with Jessica Harris, President of Harris Energy Solutions. They explore Jessica’s role in shaping her company’s focus on energy consulting versus engineering, and what sets them apart. Discover her approach to establishing a successful consulting firm, and the role of energy modeling in her work. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of energy consulting and the future of sustainable practices. Topics Covered: Harris Energy Solutions: www.hesconnect.com PE = Professional Engineer Difference between Ener...2024-10-0745 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastUnlocking the Secrets of Illumine-I's SuccessIllumine – I is a pioneering solar engineering firm driving innovation and efficiency in renewable energy solutions. CEO and illumine – I’s co-founder, Nithish Sairam discusses his journey, the challenges of the renewable energy sector, and the innovative approaches Illumine-I is bringing to the table. Here are some of the topics discussed: Arizona Entrepreneurship vs working in Corporate Industry Stanford Seed Program Illumine – I Tesla NextEra Surfing British Wiring Standards Illumine-I’s Services and Market Focus Introducing IVE Formula Race Cars 2024-09-2936 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSelling a Solar Company, with Herve BillietIn this engaging episode, Sean White welcomes back Herve Billiet, who shares insights from his recent experience selling his company Ipsun Solar. They discuss the intricacies of selling a business, the evolution of the solar industry, and delve into Herve's current venture, Sunvoy. The conversation also touches on the importance of efficient business management, leveraging AI for business operations, and the importance of thorough preparations when selling a company. Topics covered: Selling your company Sunvoy www.sunvoy.com Ipsun www.ipsunsolar.com B corp C corp S corp NABCEP www.n...2024-09-2248 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastPerch's CEO Bruce StewartPerch Energy is a leading community solar service provider dedicated to making renewable energy accessible and equitable. We support solar project owners and subscribers by offering services that maximize ROI, including subscriber acquisition, lifecycle management, and expert guidance on local regulations. Our mission is to connect everyone—renters, homeowners, businesses, and municipalities—to community solar projects, ensuring that all can benefit from clean energy. Bruce Stewart is a strategic leader with over 20 years of experience driving business growth and transformation across various industries. Formerly President of Direct Energy Home, he played a key role in its successful sale...2024-09-1550 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSNEC ES+ with Madame Mi and Jenny Tong (ES=Energy Storage)SNEC is by far the largest Renewable Energy conference in the world with a half-million people attending, and SNEC has also branched out with a conference that is just for Energy Storage and will happen soon in Shanghai SNEC ES: Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition: September 24-27 2024 https://es.snec.org.cn Also go to the other SNEC conference and exhibition: June 10-13 2025 https://pv.snec.org.cn/?locale=en-US We talk about coming to SNEC ES+ and learning how the ES industry works and what it takes to make a factory in the US, and how...2024-09-1428 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastMark Berger: CP Product and Program Management at FluenceFluence is one of the big names in Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and Mark Berger explains what Fluence is, the relationship between Fluence, Siemens and AES. Topics covered: Siemens/AES AES = Applied Energy Services TX grid-what makes it unique? ERCOT = Electric Reliability Council of Texas www.ercot.com AC vs DC coupled (interconnected) LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) EV battery vs ESS battery UL 9540 and A Thermal runaway-propagation Sizes of different products Beyond fire test AI Bidding Software-Mosaic Working with Oi l and Gas industry...2024-09-0856 min

Building HVAC ScienceEP182 Transforming Homes and Training Minds: The Brynn Cooksey Approach (July 2024)In the recent episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn welcome Brynn Cooksey, the owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling. Brynn, who is deeply involved in the HVAC industry and building performance, shares his journey from growing up in a family-run HVAC business to becoming an influential figure in the industry. He recounts how his early exposure to the field through his parents' business and subsequent work with a utility company helped shape his career. Brynn emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and the significant impact organizations like the Refrigeration Service Engineers...2024-09-0634 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastDave Maher: Digital Security, CTO IntertrustDavid Maher has over 30 years of experience in secure computing and is responsible for Research and Development at Intertrust. In addition, he is currently President of Seacert Corporation, a certificate authority for the Internet of Things, President of WhiteCryption Corporation, a developer of application security software, and Co-chairman of the Marlin Trust Management Organization which oversees the world’s only independent digital rights management ecosystem. Before joining Intertrust in 1999, Maher was chief scientist for AT&T Secure Communications Systems, Head of the Secure Systems Research Department, and security architect for AT&T’s Internet services platform. After joining Bell Labs...2024-09-0141 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastTR Ludwig Brooklyn Solar CanopiesIn an urban environment, it can be difficult to find roof space for installing solar. One method is to jack up your solar system, so that it is above all the “junk” on the roof, such as air conditioners and heat pumps. TR Ludwig had a solar installation company, Brooklyn Solar Works, which developed a solution. He has also adopted this solar canopy technology to work on the ground, which is a great place where you can park your car and mount your EV charger. TR is also on the board of NYSEIA and is curr...2024-08-2539 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastMichael Bahtiarian: Diving deep into Solar SoundsIn this episode of the Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean White sits down with Michael Bahtiarian, an expert in acoustics and noise control engineering. They delve into the intricacies of sound in various environments, from solar and battery energy storage sites to wind turbines and submarines. They explore the science behind sound measurement, noise regulation, and innovative solutions for noise reduction. They also share personal anecdotes and discuss the broader implications of noise on human health and environmental impact. Whether you're a sound enthusiast or a professional in the energy sector, this episode offers valuable insights...2024-08-181h 03

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastNico Johnson: Unveiling the Solar Industry's Stories and InnovationsIn this engaging episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean White interviews Nico Johnson, the renowned solar podcaster behind Suncast with over 700 episodes. They delve into Nico's journey in the solar industry, key moments from his podcasting career, and his passion for storytelling. Their conversation spans topics from networking in unexpected places to the evolution of the solar industry. Nico shares insights on podcast preparation, storytelling techniques like the five T's, and the exciting potential of digital archiving. This episode is full of valuable tips and inspirational anecdotes for anyone interested in the solar i...2024-08-1154 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEzra Auerbach: NABCEP PV Technical Sales Certification and PV in the 1980s until now.In this conversation with Ezra Auerbach, we cover a lot of topics, especially solar sales, and ethics. Ezra is especially passionate about ethical solar and storage sales practices. Ezra and Sean both teach NABCEP PV Technical Sales (PVTS) classes. Ezra also has lived off-grid on an Island on the West Coast of Canada for 50+ years. He started his first solar company in 1986. Most people know him for his involvement with NABCEP, including being there at the founding of NABCEP and especially his time running NABCEP as the Executive Director from 2009 to 2013. Ezra is st...2024-08-0444 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSierra Fan Solar Upskilling from Myanmar to Silicon ValleyIn this episode, Sean White is joined by Sierra Fan, co-founder of cleantech software platform Illu (www.illu.works) and fellow board member of NorCal Solar. They discuss everything from the importance of nature education for children to the balance of pollutant vs carbon mitigation in Chinese regulatory policy to the difficulties of running a microgrid installation crew in Myanmar. Finally, they dig deep into the new software technology that Sierra is building at Illu and why ongoing digital tools are a critical component for the buildout of the new clean energy workforce in the US and beyond. Top...2024-07-2847 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastMatthew Krayton: Hydrogen Energy StorageMatthew is the Communications Lead at the Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub ( MACH2). As one of the leading figures in the hydrogen energy sector, he recently delivered a compelling Opening Keynote at the North American Hydrogen Summit 2024, highlighting the transformative potential of green and pink hydrogen in achieving significant environmental goals. 1. Green and Pink Hydrogen Initiatives:Explore how MACH2 plans to integrate green and pink hydrogen into its operations and the broader implications for the energy industry. 2. Environmental Impact: Delve into MACH2’s ambitious goal to reduce up to 25 million Metric Tonnes of greenhouse gas (G...2024-07-2153 min

SunCastTraining The Clean Energy Workforce w/Brittany Heller of Heatspring Perhaps the best way to scale your company is by investing in your people! If knowledge is wealth, then upskilling your workers (and indeed yourself) could be the best return on your investment. Brittany Heller, Director of Program Management at HeatSpring, explains how training programs are not just essential for attracting and developing new talent, they’re also how growing companies scale commercially. By offering comprehensive online training, HeatSpring helps professionals learn at their own pace and fit training into their busy schedules, ensuring they are well-prepared for the demands of the industry. Here’...2024-07-1613 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastChristopher Johnson Climate Tech ConsultantChristopher has and has had many roles in the solar and storage industry. Currently he is a consultant and has fractional leadership roles in various companies, such as Kevala. Christopher was also the CEO and COO of Blue Planet, which is pioneer in using Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) lithium-ion batteries. Christopher has worked with SEPA and Seneca Environmental. Christopher Johnson takes things off the plate of busy CEOs. He lives and works in San Francisco, the climate tech capital of the world! Topics Covered: Kevala www.kevala.com Blue Planet www.blueplanetenergy.com T...2024-07-1451 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastKerim Baran and the 2nd coming of solaracademy.comBack in the 2009/2010 Ontario FIT era, Sean was teaching classes for the Ontario Solar Academy and the Solar Coaster ended that job and the Ontario Solar Academy, however Sean discovered 14 years later that solaracademy.com has a 2nd live and Kerim is posting videos on the site. This podcast can also be seen on YouTube and on solaracademy.com. Kerim is an entrepreneur with a passion for renewable energy and a history of many things. Kerim founded Civic Solar and sold it to CED Greentech Kerim is the Managing Director of Enki Solar Investments 2024-07-071h 12

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastPaul Subzak on Utility-Scale Solar EngineeringThis podcast episode, hosted by Sean White, features an extensive conversation with Paul Subzak about solar energy and energy storage. Recorded in Orinda, California, Sean and Paul discuss a range of topics from utility-scale solar projects to the technical details of electrical infrastructure, including wire sizing and inverters. They also delve into the impacts of regulatory aspects on renewable energy projects and explore the future of solar technology and practical field implementation. Both Sean, with his solar education background, and Paul, with his engineering experience, offer deep insights into the current trends and future directions of the renewable energy...2024-06-301h 00

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEd Rottmann, CEO Chroma Energy GroupIn this episode Sean White welcomes Ed Rottman, CEO of Chroma Energy Group, for a comprehensive discussion on renewable energy, particularly focusing on solar power and energy storage developments. They delve into Ed's background, Chroma Energy Group's operations, and the intricacies of distributed generation, utility scale storage, and the evolution of the solar industry. The conversation also covers innovative trends like agrivoltaics and bifacial photovoltaics, the impact of AI on renewable energy, and the challenges and opportunities facing the sector, including workforce development and infrastructure investments. Topics Covered: Chroma Energy Group www.chromaenergygroup.com Sto...2024-06-2342 min

SunCastNABCEP Solar Certification: Expert Insights from the Top Trainer, Sean White When it comes to certifications and training in the solar industry, one name (or label) stands out and is recognized as the gold standard: NABCEP. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners is the certifying body for Solar PV and Battery Installers here in North America, and I’ve been told that the NABCEP certification test is as hard as the Professional Engineering (PE) exam! And, one trainer is the top educator for NABCEP (and many other areas of solar) in North America…Nico sat down with Sean White, a leading figure in solar educa...2024-06-1814 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastTony Diaz talks Roofing and Solar with Johan AlfsenIn this podcast, Sean White is joined by Tony Diaz, a seasoned roofer and solar expert, and Johan Alfson, a solar installation specialist. They dig deep into the evolution of solar roofing techniques, discussing early practices, industry standards, and the importance of quality installations. The conversation covers the challenges of maintaining roofing integrity, the impact of using modern materials like butyl, and the need for continuous education and proper business practices in the solar industry. They emphasized the value of quality over speed and cheap methods and highlighted the necessity for industry standards and certifications. Topics Covered:2024-06-1658 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastJohn Coffman: Solar-Wind Hybrid Trees, too good to be true?Sean White talks to John Coffman from Commercial Solar about the innovative hybrid power tree. This new technology combines solar and wind energy. John shares insights about the design, engineering, and potential of these hybrid power trees, which are being manufactured in the Philippines. They also discuss partnerships, financing options, and the advantages of combining solar and wind power. Tune in to learn more about this exciting development in green technology. Topics Covered: Martin Navales Commercial Solar www.commercialsolar.biz Hybrid Power tree Solind Technology Corporation www.solindtechcorp.com Maxeon solar ce...2024-06-0922 min

SunCastAn Insider's Guide To Better Solar Projects, with industry veteran Keith Cronin In the solar industry, we’re often building the plane as we fly it, as it were. This is ever-moreso evident in commercial and industrial (C&I) solar, a relatively untapped market with unique challenges. One of the key areas of failure is a lack of funding. And, often, the culprit that leads to failed projects or lack of funding (ie, un-interested buyers) is poor processes. So how do you teach due diligence and standardize processes when it seems we’ve been making them up as you go for so long?? Despite...2024-06-061h 27

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastJoe Marhamati of Sunvoy-The Ultimate Solar AppIn this episode, Sean White hosts Joe Marhamati, the visionary behind Sunvoy, as they explore the revolutionary solar and energy storage solutions reshaping the industry. From discussing Sunvoy's innovative customer portal and fleet management app to delving into wider topics like the impact of solar on the grid, the program offers insightful discussions on the future of energy. Join us as we uncover the intersections of technology, sustainability, and business in the solar sector. Topics covered: Joe Marhamati www.linkedin.com/in/marhamati/ SUNVOY www.sunvoy.com Ipsun solar www.ipsunsolar.com Le...2024-06-0252 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastNorCal Solar 50 Years PartyCelebrating 50 Years with NorCal Solar: Insights, Innovations, and Impact In this special episode, join Sean White at the 50th NorCal Solar Anniversary Party in Oakland, California. Sean captures the essence of this vibrant gathering, filled with pioneers, innovators, and advocates for solar and energy storage. Each conversation shines a light on the diverse contributions to the solar industry and environmental sustainability. As we celebrate 50 years of NorCal Solar, join us in exploring the future of solar energy, the importance of community, and the advancements in technological and environmental advocacy. Topics covered and people I talked to...2024-05-2653 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastJohan Alfsen: Solar Rock StarJohan Alfsen is the Senior DIrector of Training at K2 Systems. He was also the Director of Training at Quick Mount PV for 12 years. Johan started the Solar Battle of the Bands, the Solar Comedy Slam and seems to me that he must be in charge of the Solar Games at Intersolar. All super fun competitions. Topics covered: Quick mount PV K2 and Everest www.k2-systems.com/en-us/ Solar battle of the bands Solar Comedy Slam competition at Intersolar Solar installer competition-Solar Games Warfield Theater Solar Siblings (Sister Jennifer A...2024-05-1953 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastRichard Lawrence of IREC on Apprenticeships and More!Richard Lawrence has a long history in the solar industry and is very knowledgeable in many areas (He was formerly the Executive Director of NABCEP among other things). Our main focus of this podcast was apprenticeship programs. This is a big deal, since to qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for projects over 1MW, fulfilling the apprenticeship and prevailing wage standards are required. Topics covered: Richard Lawrence career: IREC Program Director currently 5 years irecusa.org IBTS 2 years - Institute for Building Technology and Safety NABCEP Executive Director 3.5 yrs 2024-05-1246 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastCameron Fearey NABCEP PVIP talks about his NABCEP ExperienceCameron works and lives in New York where having a NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) helps you qualify for the NY State program that helps fund projects. Here are some of the topics we discuss: NYSERDA = New York State Research, Energy Research Development Association www.nyserda.ny.gov NY Sun Program NABCEP Certifications Indent Builders www.indentbuilders.com IBEW = International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers www.ibew.org 3 Pathways Dobbs Ferry Best Investment is Education Heatspring Courses Bundles NFPA 855 NFPA 70 = National Electrical Code (NEC) IBC = International Bui...2024-05-0553 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEicke Weber: Hermann Scheer's 80th BD 4/29/1944 (Scheer founded the solar revolution)Hermann Scheer (RIP) was a German politician who is responsible for making grid-connected solar profitable in about the year 2000 as he brought the German policy for reimbursing people for solar energy, so that they would make a profit. This brought about years where over half of the World’s installed PV was in Germany. This created the modern solar industry and kick-started modern PV manufacturing. If it were not for Hermann Scheer, we would probably be 10 years behind where we are now with PV prices and installed capacity. Eicke Weber was a friend of Hermann Scheer and Eicke was al...2024-04-2939 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSolar Roots with Jeff SpiesWhere do we start, in this podcast we covered many things and Jeff Spies is very active and connected in the solar industry. Here is a short list of what Jeff does and has done: Owner of Planet Plansets www.planetplansets.com NABCEP Board of Directors www.nabcep.org/about-us/board-of-directors CALSSA Board of Directors www.calssa.org Solar Roots, the Pioneers of PV Documentary, Executive Producer www.solar-roots.com The Solar Panel Podcast www.linkedin.com/company/the-solar-panel-podcast Here are some of the many topics we covered: Sol...2024-04-281h 11

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastAmerican Battery Factory President John KemThis is my first interview with a real US Military General and I am honored that he took the time to meet with me. I am not worthy! John Kem is in the civilian sector now and is the President of American Battery Factory! In this podcast we discuss their huge Gigafactory, which they are building in Arizona and which will go online towards the end of 2025 making made in the USA lithium iron phosphate (LFP) lithium-ion batteries. They are working on prismatic battery cells, which are as big as 1kWh each! In the podcast we talk about t...2024-04-2145 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastJoe McCabe American Solar Energy Society (ASES) Fellow, historical figure and a lot more!Joe McCabe has been in the solar industry since before there was a solar industry. In this podcast we talk about many things. Here is a list of topics: ASES Fellow American Solar Energy Society www.ASES.org International Solar Energy Society www.ISES.org MREA = Midwest Renewable Energy Association SMUD = Sacramento Municipal Utility District PVUSA Davis California PV Policy SAM software PV Reliability Workshop Nerdfest Golden Colorado SANDIA Community Solar Gardens Bifacial Solar 2024-04-141h 07

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastBidirectional EVs with Alex Cattelan, COO Fermata Energy and UL 9741 EV Power Export Equipment In this podcast, we learn how UL issues first certification to UL 9741 (and UL 1741 SA) for an AI-Driven Vehicle-to-Grid Compliant EV Charger to Fermata Energy. https://www.ul.com/news/ul-solutions-issues-first-certification-ul-9741-and-ul-1741-sa-ai-driven-vehicle-grid Alex Cattelan has been working on EVs for 2 decades and has experience engineering many famous electric and hybrid vehicles, including the Chevy Volt for GM. She also has extensive experience working for Polaris, Johnson Controls and many others. At the end we decide to go to Burning Man together on a bidirectional electric bus and she is going to teach me how...2024-04-0750 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastGarret Little, NABCEP PVIP - Garret just passed his NABCEP exam!!! Celebrate!!! One week before recording this podcast, Garret Little passed his NABCEP PVIP exam, scoring impressively after nine years since his first attempt. In this episode, we discuss his exam experience, memory techniques, and the differences between the Ecotech and HeatSpring prep classes. Garret shares insights on what’s essential for passing exams and highlights the NABCEP courses available. Garret also brings his international experience, having installed PV systems in Nepal and Colombia. Topics Covered: Exam prep and strategies NABCEP certifications (PVIP, ESIP, PVA, and more) Online vs. in-person testing Memory techniques and learning methods In...2024-03-3154 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcastderek the solarboi, the TikTok and YouTube Sensation!!I came across a really cool YouTube video, rivaling Mr. Beast, but for solar, which was a purple bearded solarboi going off on Rapid Shutdown UL 3741 PV arrays, I immediately contacted him and a week later, here we are recording this podcast. This guy is entertaining and we are lucky to have him in the industry. This industry needs to be fun!! derek the solarboi has 3 NABCEP Certifications PVIP (PV Installation Professional) PVCMS (PV Commissioning and Maintenance Specialist) PVSI (PV System Inspector) Altogether that looks like: derek the solarboi, NABCEP PVI...2024-03-2455 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastTyler Hortin of Lion Energy-A Lithium-Ion Energy Storage CompanyGreat conversation with Tyler Hortin! His company does everything from Wh to GWh and focuses on prismatic cells that are almost 1kWh! This makes for less cells and less connections that can go wrong. The technology here is Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LFP) and we will talk about the supply chain and implications of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). They are affiliated with American Battery Factory, so we talk a little bit about manufacturing in the USA towards the end. Key Words: Lithium Iron Phosphate Prismatic Battery Cell Battery Manufacturing in the USA How he g...2024-03-1748 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastTor "Solar Fred" Valenza of Probably True Solar Stories PodcastTor "Solar Fred" Valenza is a regular in the solar industry. Tor has a podcast called Probably True Solar Stories, which takes his expertise as a former Hollywood writer and merges that with the solar industry. Some of his Hollywood work was on popular shows, such as Stargate SG-1, Dharma & Greg, and The Dead Zone. Tor's current day job is he is a chief solar public relations geek at UnThink Solar, a solar PR and communications firm. In this podcast we talk about how Tor Valenza became Solar Fred and how he made stories about solar. ...2024-03-101h 24

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSolar Energy and Policy Entrepreneurship: a Discussion with Erica Goldman, Alice Wu, and Zoë Brouns of the Federation of American ScientistsIn this episode we are triple fortunate to have three of the smartest individuals in a discussion on science and policy from the Federation of American Scientists (fas.org), a nonpartisan think tank connecting scientific research with policy making to address today’s most urgent needs. Transition to renewable energy is urgent! We talk about how we can transition to solar fast, and how science and policy need to work together to get the job done, and how individuals can get involved. Guests: Erica Goldman, on systems thinking and solar Alice Wu, on tipping points Zoë...2024-03-0145 min

Clean Power HourHeatspring: Online Learning for Solar and Sustainability with Brian Hayden | EP196Imagine a world where anyone, from a 10-year-old child to a seasoned professional, can access top-notch training in clean energy technologies like solar, batteries, and energy efficiency – all from the comfort of their living room. That's the vision behind Heatspring, an online learning platform co-founded by Brian Hayden back in 2007. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Brian Hayden, the co-founder and Managing Partner of Heatspring, an online learning platform for sustainability and the built environment.Heatspring has become an invaluable resource for clean energy professionals, companies, and the general public interested in le...2024-02-2742 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSolar Project Development Software with Matias Sigal, Founder REplaceIn this show we talk about the different stages of development of solar projects, which are projects that are from 1MW in size to GW sized projects. Matias Sigal is an entrepreneur and has worked with many startups and incubators in different countries. He started off by being born in Argentina, and is currently a resident of Israel (which we discuss at the end of the podcast). Matias has a company that developed software, which works sort of like Zillow for multimillion dollar solar projects. 80% of potential projects do not get developed, because they are missing som...2024-02-2047 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastJon Williams CEO ViridiIn this podcast we talk about safe portable Energy Storage Systems (ESSs). Jon and Viridi are located in Buffalo NY. Topics covered: Portable ESS Building and Fire Codes including the International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Fire Code (IFC). Occupied Spaces Habitable Spaces UL 9540 UL 9540A UL CSA Thermal Runaway How Viridi is safer Cathodes and Anodes NMC = Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide LFP = Lithium Iron Phosphate NCA = Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide Specific Energy vs. Energy Density How Viridi Po...2024-02-1051 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Storage Systems (ESS) and the NEC with Bill Brooks and Sean White Part 4In this podcast we have Bill Brooks and Sean talking energy storage system (ESS) Codes, with emphasis on interconnections, including supply-side and load side connections. Be sure to get Sean and Bill’s latest book, which is the 3rd edition of PV and the NEC, based on the 2023 NEC. To find where to get different versions of the NEC including the 2023 NEC for free check out the NEC tab at solarSEAN.com. Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in 2021. Supply-side connections (source connections to a service), 705.13 Power Control Systems (Energy Management Systems), ampa...2024-02-0135 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Storage Systems (ESS) and the NEC with Bill Brooks and Sean White Part 3In this podcast we have Bill Brooks talking energy storage system (ESS) Codes, with emphasis on the National Electrical Code (NEC) and stand-alone/islanding systems. Be sure to get Sean and Bill’s latest book, which is the 3rd edition of PV and the NEC, based on the 2023 NEC. To find where to get different versions of the NEC including the 2023 NEC for free check out the NEC tab at solarSEAN.com. Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in 2021. Flow batteries, fuel cells, Article 692 Fuel Cell Systems, electrolyte, zinc, fuel cell maintenance, Arti...2024-01-2032 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastCelebrating the Release of the HeatSpring 2023 NEC class with NEC Article 690 Part VI Source ConnectionsWe have just released the long awaited 2023 NEC class on HeatSpring. We spent more time making this class than any other class, so I am sure you will love it. We have Sean White and Bill Brooks going over many of the fun details and Code changes in this course. You can learn more here and some of the lessons are free samples. https://www.heatspring.com/courses/30-hour-2023-nec-pv-energy-storage-building-and-fire-codes/?aff_id=t3nlgw 690 Part VI is a shorter Part of Article 690 and the end of 690 was dramatically reduced and rearranged in the 2023 version of the NE...2024-01-1012 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastOhmConnect’s VPP model with Matt DusterbergOhmConnect is a virtual power plant (VPP) provider and helps balance the electricity grid. Will incentivize people to reduce usage at certain times. VPP definition of OhmConnect“Collection of 100s or thousands of devices that they are controlling all independently, but coordinating in a fashion that the grid can see it.” Topics covered: SunPower relationship Demand Response Thermostat control TV control Fridge control Looking at VPP as reducing demand rather than increasing supply Getting paid to take stuff offline Rewards Virtual currency Gift cards, prizes ...2024-01-0150 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastHydrogen RC race cars at RE+ with Max AccordinoIf you were walking around RE+ in Vegas, you may have noticed a track and all of these remote control race cars and wondered what that was about. That was the Horizon Hydrogen Grand Prix Pro (H2GP Pro)! Here is what we talked about: Horizon Hydrogen Grand Prix Pro = H2GP Pro STEM kits STEAM Science Technology Engineering Art Math RE+ Las Vegas Remote Control Race Cars Hydrogen Element Hydrogen Fires Lead Acid Batteries making Hydrogen Fuel Cells vs. Internal Combustion Engines with Hydrogen Toyota Hydrogen Combustion En...2023-12-0143 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastVehicle to Grid (V2G & V2X) David Slutzky Fermata Energy Founder and Chairman of the BoardLearn about bidirectional EV charging/discharging with former White House and EPA policy advisor Clinton Administration, former County Supervisor in Virginia, Faculty at University of Virginia 23 years, Commerce, Architecture, Engineering who has a Philosophy degree and is an entrepreneur who started multiple companies. David Slutzky started Fermata Energy in 2010. Here are some of the topics we covered: V2G Vehicle to Grid V1G smart charging V2X Vehicle to Everything V2B Vehicle to Building V2L Vehicle to Load Behind the meter Load management 2023-11-2056 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Storage Systems (ESS) and the NEC with Bill Brooks and Sean White Part 2In this podcast we have Bill Brooks talking energy storage system (ESS) Codes, with emphasis on the National Electrical Code (NEC). Be sure to get Sean and Bill’s latest book, which is the 3rd edition of PV and the NEC, based on the 2023 NEC. To find where to get different versions of the NEC including the 2023 NEC for free check out the NEC tab at solarSEAN.com. Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in 2021. Keywords NEC Article 706 for Energy Storage Systems, UL 9540, Article 480, nominal voltage, cycling batteries, UL 1973, residential code...2023-09-2744 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Storage Systems (ESS) and the NEC with Bill Brooks and Sean White Part 1In this podcast we have Bill Brooks talking energy storage system (ESS) Codes, including the NEC, IFC, IBC, IRC, IEC, but mostly the NEC. Be sure to get Sean and Bill’s latest book, which is the 3rd edition of PV and the NEC, based on the 2023 NEC. To find where to get different versions of the NEC including the 2023 NEC for free check out the NEC tab at solarSEAN.com. Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in 2021. Keywords/topics covered: Self-consumption EVs Frequency regulation Voltage regulation Ener...2023-08-0237 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastNEC Article 690 Part IV Wiring Methods & Materials from PV and the NEC 3rd Edition book by Sean White and Bill BrooksBuy this book here: https://www.amazon.com/PV-NEC-Sean-White/dp/100318099X This long podcast is a reading of chapter 5 of the book, which covers NEC Article 690 Part IV of the 2023 NEC. Every 3 years when the NEC comes out, it is a tradition for me to read and post a poetry reading of Article 690 Photovoltaic Systems. I have already posted parts I through III on this podcast, which you can go back and listen to. Sean White and Bill Brooks will be presenting this material at RE+ in Vegas in September and at Intersolar in S...2023-07-191h 16

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastRod Matthews of Brevian Energy on Microgrids Rod Matthews specializes in commercial and industrial (C&I) scale micro-grids and we get into the details of what a microgrid is and how they can benefit customers. Some of the topics we cover include: Microgrid definitions (NREL and NEC, which are different). Minigrid definition (never connected to the grid) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rates up to $0.74/kWh (or 1 Euro per kWh in Germany) NABCEP PV Technical Sales (PVTS) Lithium Ferrous Phosphate, aka LFP, Lithium Iron Phosphate Dendrites with lithium-metal batteries Silicon anodes Virtual Power Plant (VPP) design Distributed Power Energy Resource Management System Service Artificial Intelligence and M...2023-06-2126 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastLithium-Ion Battery ChemistriesSean is recording this podcast from Australia where he is about to teach a utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) course for CPD International. This is some of the material that will be included in the course. In this podcast, we will go over different battery chemistries, focusing on the three main types of lithium-ion batteries used these days, which include: 1. Lithium Iron Phosphate (aka LFP or LiFePo or LiFePo4) 2. Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (aka NMC or NCM) 3. Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide (aka NCA) We will talk about the availability of the...2023-05-2426 min

SunCastInsights into the Untapped Opportunities of Commercial and Industrial Solar with Tim Montague Solar and storage expert Tim Montague’s tagline is “to help speed the energy transition”. He’s helped hundreds if not thousands of people through his work as a Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar Developer, a green business consultant, and as the host of the podcast, Clean Power Hour, producing over 300 episodes! Tim’s been a featured speaker on our Quarterly cleantech podcasters roundtable, in our RE+ Media Zone and on numerous stages, but this is his first time on SunCast (so how bout a round of applause!) ;-)In this interview, we tease out the initial...2023-05-0949 min

PHCPPros: Stories From the Mechanical Room With Dan Foley and Steve Smith"Craftsmanship is Not a Thing of the Past" ft. John Siegenthaler, P.E.In this month's episode, Dan and Steve interview John Siegenthaler, P.E.! Tune in as the trio discuss the evolution of hydronics from the 1980s to the present, the "brotherhood" of the old RPA days and kicking off the hydronics wave in the '90s, why it's a great time to enter the hydronics industry now, and more! John is a consulting engineer and principal of Appropriate Designs, in Holland Patent, New York. In partnership with HeatSpring, he has developed several online courses that provide in-depth design-level training in modern hydronic systems, air-to-water heat pumps and biomass b...2023-03-3046 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast2023 NEC Article 690 PV Systems Part 3 Disconnecting Means can be fun!We take something that can be boring and run it through the Sean White "boring-to-exciting converter" and out comes something sounding fun! In this podcast we go over different ways of disconnecting solar circuits. To learn more, go to www.solarSEAN.com or www.HeatSpring.com/sean Sean White teaches in-person and on-demand online solar and storage courses everywhere. He is currently writing a book on the 2023 NEC with Bill Brooks. 2023-01-1813 min

InevitableSkilled Labor Series: Brittany Heller, Solar Industry ProfessionalThis episode is part of our Skilled Labor Series hosted by MCJ partner, Yin Lu. This series is focused on amplifying the voices of folks from the skilled labor workforce, including electricians, farmers, ranchers, HVAC installers, and others who are on the front lines of rewiring our infrastructure.Today's guest is Brittany Heller, Director of Program Management at HeatSpring. Last year, we kicked off this series by hearing from a field technician working on the installation side of the solar industry. And while there are many facets to the PV space, we couldn’t just end...2023-01-0941 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast2023 NEC Poetry Reading Article 690 Part 2 Circuit RequirementsThe 2023 NEC has been released and it is time to see how voltage, current and rapid shutdown look in the future! 2023 690 Part 2 includes: 690.7 Voltage 690.8 Current 690.9 OCPD 690.11 DC Arc Fault Protection 690.12 Rapid Shutdown Reading the NEC can be heavy stuff, so if you do not get it the first time around, try listening to it backwards synced with Dark Side of the Moon. Then you will get the secret meaning. Learn more and take happy classes on deciphering the Code at www.solarSEAN.com or www.HeatSpring.com/sean 2022-10-0537 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastUL 3741 Rapid Shutdown solution where the PV array can stay up to 1000V using SMA inverters with Sollega or Ironridge racks!Rapid Shutdown has traditionally meant putting module level power electronics in the array for PV systems on buildings. There has always been this part of the NEC 690.12(B)(2)(1) that gave you an option to comply with rapid shutdown inside the array with a listed hazard control system. Surprisingly, we can now go back to having something to what rapid shutdown used to be in the 2014 NEC, which we called array level rapid shutdown. Let’s see if someone gets something like this listed for a residential roof. Links: https://www.sma-america.com/newsroom/curr...2022-09-2113 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastSean Gets interviewed on the Clean Power Hour PodcastThis is a re-posting of a podcast where Sean White is interviewed by Tim Montegue on the Clean Power Hour Podcast. If you have not already, be sure to save the Clean Power Hour podcast to your favorites. Tim is very active and has all kinds of experts on his podcast, including Jigar Shaw of the Department of Energy (Episode 83). I was honored to be interviewed on the Clean Power Hour and listen to the Clean Power Hour religiously. Tim took my NABCEP PV Technical Sales Course at HeatSpring, so if it is good enough for Tim, it...2022-07-2046 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastKeith Cronin: Solar MBA instructor on HeatSpring!Keith Cronin: Solar MBA instructor on HeatSpring! Keith sold his Hawaii solar company Island Energy Solutions to Jigar Shaw of SunEdison in 2007 after knowing Jigar since 2002. Keith has been teaching his Solar MBA class for just over a decade with co-instructor and attorney Chris Lord. They have taught many students, including oil and gas refugees. Keith Cronin does consulting via his company Sun Hedge with clients all over the world, including the Department of Defense. He has lived in many different countries throughout his solar career. Listening to this podcast will give you insight into the pr...2022-03-081h 03

Redesigning the End12: How to Buy a Funeral"There's a psychological block going on here because the death word is hanging around our head. And that deranges us and shuts our rationality off and opens up our emotions. So we think we're thinking, but we're not, we're just feeling." Joshua Slocum Executive Director, Funeral Consumers Alliance I'm excited for you to meet Joshua Slocum, the Executive Director of the Funeral Consumers Alliance (FCA), a nonprofit dedicated to education and advocacy surrounding funeral consumer rights. The Funeral Consumers Alliance exists to help people make good decisions about funerals and the tools on their website are there for you when yo...2022-03-0315 min

Redesigning the End11: Caregiving is InfrastructurePACE: Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly "This [PACE] is what kind of program I want to work in. This is what is needed." Sonja Felton Executive Director, Huron Valley PACE This is an episode about a program that helps caregivers. I recently learned about a program that more people should know about. It’s called PACE: Program for All Inclusicve Care for the Elderly.PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique health plan and care provider, committed to keeping aging adults with challenging healthcare conditions in their home, by caring for their medical, physical an...2022-02-1117 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEnergy Storage, PV & NEC Workshop at the ASES Conference August 2021This is an audio version of the workshop that Sean White taught at the ASES conference at the University of Colorado Boulder on August 6, 2021. To see a video version, go to www.solarSEAN.com for a link to Sean's YouTube channel or find some of this material in Sean's classes at www.HeatSpring.com/sean You can also find most of the material form Sean's Intensive PV workshop at the ASES conference, which was covered in the last podcast listed on HeatSpring for 2 hours of free NABCEP CE credit at https://www.heatspring.com/courses/introduc...2021-10-201h 36

Redesigning the End10: Marble Lasts, Soil Feeds“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” Thomas Campbell 19th century Scottish poet How Do You Want to be Remembered? This past week was the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks. And when we talk about September 11th, the thing we always say is how important it is to remember. How we should never forget.I certainly haven’t forgotten. I’ve shared a lot of memories with my kids - who weren’t alive at the time - to help them understand what happened. And this week I’ve been wondering - WHY is it so impo...2021-09-2500 min

Redesigning the End9: Let’s Keep Doing Virtual FuneralsSome of the most heartbreaking stories in 2020 were about families that couldn’t gather together to grieve the death of a loved one. Virtual funerals became a thing for the first time. I wanted to do this episode because I was hearing stories about virtual funerals that were surprisingly awesome.2021-05-2011 min

Redesigning the End8: How Artificial Intelligence Fills the Primary Care Gap"Sometimes in our healthcare experiences we just feel like numbers in an office, you know, running through, not getting enough time to say what we wanted to say or get our questions answered. And that's a symptom of healthcare not being human." Lane Therrell FNP-BC, MSN, RN, HTCP Clinical Education Director, mynurse.ai Do you have a primary care doctor that you love? If you do, I’m jealous.Sometimes I daydream about finding a great primary care doctor. He takes my insurance. It’s easy and casual to have an appointment so I go in for little stuff. Over the...2021-04-2212 min

Redesigning the End7: Senior Housing Has a People Problem"The average time to hire any sort of frontline healthcare worker - nationally - is 49 days. And that's by far the largest time to hire in any sort of macro industry in the United States." Charles Turner CEO, Kare (App) Today we’re going to talk about Senior Housing - where do we live when we can’t really live by ourselves any more?It’s a really big market: Americans spend about $688 billion on senior housing services. But for a lot of people this is a scary thing to navigate. It’s like the lint trap of the aging process...2021-03-1109 min

Redesigning the End6: Advance Care Planning Systems – The Miracle Hiding in Plain Sight"Advance care planning is not enough. It's critically important that we develop highly reliable systems." Dr. Stephanie Anderson Respecting Choices® Advance care planning - clarifying your wishes in advance about the kind of care you want to receive - improves outcomes for patients, families and healthcare providers. The data is so conclusive that legislation was passed in the 1990's to increase the number of Americans having an advance directive. The legislation failed, but it's a great start. In this conversation with Emily Lauri and Dr. Stephaie Anderson, we explore the problem and possible solutions. Meet Dr. Stephanie Anderson Dr. Stephanie A...2021-02-0813 min

Redesigning the End5: Walt Patrick’s Intro to Green Burial" People are looking hungrily for anything that can give them a sense of efficacy in a world that doesn't seem to care what they think." Walt Patrick Herland Forest Natural Burial Cemetery Green Burial basically means no embalming, no concrete vault, no coffin. It's how people did things for millennia, but today it represents just a tiny fraction of the overall market. Why? Meet Walt Patrick Walt is one of the founders of Herland Natural Burial Cemetery in Wahkaicus, WA. He's also the first licensed natural organic reduction operator in the country.He's going to introduce you to green burial a...2021-01-1014 min

Redesigning the End4: Talk to Your Kids About Death – Jeanne Proust"The fact that our time on this earth is limited is actually the ultimate incentive to act." Jeanne Proust Meet Jeanne Proust. She's a philosopher and educator - in this thirteen minute piece she explains what philosophy says about death. These timeless ideas help us make sense of life, but don't address the powerful emotions of grief and loss. This episode offers a more precise language for talking about death in future episodes. About Jeanne Proust After studying in Bordeaux, Berlin, and Paris, Jeanne has been teaching Philosophy, Art History and French Literature for the last ten years in the US...2020-12-0713 min

Redesigning the End3: Downsizing the Silver Tsunami – Sharon McRillSharon McRill is the founder and owner of the Betty Brigade. Her book, “Downsizing the Silver Tsunami” is the compilation of 16 years of working with thousands of clients and helping them resolve the moving problems and logistical and vendor questions that come up every day. They have put together a comprehensive reference tool that you can refer to over and over to help you navigate the difficult pathways of moving and downsizing. In this episode you’re going to learn what happens to all of your stuff when you move into senior housing. It's an introduction to what Sharon calls, the "F...2020-11-2312 min

Redesigning the End2: Paula Span’s Intro to HospicePaula Span is a reporter, journalist and educator. She writes the New York Times “The New Old Age” column and trains the next generation of journalists at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.Paula’s book, “When the Time Comes: Families with Aging Parents Share Their Struggles and Solutions” offers a window into the lives of some of the 45 million Americans caring for a family member. She was a staff writer at the Washington Post for sixteen years and has been a freelance writer for many popular magazines over the past forty-five years.Our conversation with Paula was the last in-pe...2020-11-1514 min

Redesigning the End1: Design Thinking + DeathThis all started for me back in 2015, it was a Ted talk from BJ Miller and it was called "What Really Matters at the End of Life". You should go and watch the whole thing, but here's the part that you need to know:BJ Miller: Healthcare was designed with diseases, not people at its center, which is to say, of course it was badly designed. And nowhere are the effects of bad design more heartbreaking or the opportunity for good design, more compelling than at the end of life where things are so distilled and concentrated. My purpose today...2020-11-0203 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastElectricity Basics from Energy Storage ClassIn this podcast, we will learn about the basics of electricity, from voltage to the speed of electricity. We will even get inside of the heads of Charles Coulomb and Henry Ampere. Did you know that 1A is about 6 x 10^18 electrons passing by in a second? And that that many electrons, besides being a lot is also called a coulomb and some batteries do charging by coulomb counting. How can anyone count that high? For more interesting facts, listen to Sean's podcasts, go to solarsean.com and sign up for Sean's HeatSpring classes or hire him live! 2020-07-1614 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastBrian Hayden Co-founder HeatSpring Renewable Energy Online Training Platform Part 4In this part of my interview with Brian Hayden, we discuss drones, space, making online class content, how COVID effects the solar industry, a view of the solar industry stepping back and blurring out the ups and downs and what does good online training look like. To find out more about this podcast or HeatSpring online training, where Sean has now had 15k students sign up for his online classes, go to solarsean.com 2020-05-2919 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastHeatSpring Online Renewable Energy Training Platform Co-founder Brian Hayden week 3This week we learn how HeatSpring came to be by two MBA candidates from Boston based Babson College’s entrepreneur program. Their recipe is to find the best instructors, who are SMEs that like to teach and many often write books. HeatSpring has been a success story. We also discuss Grid Alternatives, which is an organization that compliments online solar training very well and is often described as the Habitat for Humanity for solar, where people, including our students get free hands-on experience installing solar on real houses, and at the same time getting that feel good fe...2020-05-0111 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastBrian Hayden Co-founder of HeatSpring Part 2:Brian Hayden discusses how HeatSpring started as an offshoot of two HS co-founders trying to get educated in renewable energy with the idea of becoming integrators. They were unsuccessful at finding the education they wanted, so they started HeatSpring, with the idea that they would get the best instructors in the world who are often authors. They would let the instructors use their own material and split the revenue rather than getting cheap instructors to make curriculum, teach classes and taking most of the profits for their organizations, google add-words and high pressure sales people, which is what they...2020-04-2311 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastBrian Hayden Part 1: Sean White Reverse Interviews Brian Hayden, Co-Founder of the Heatspring Online Renewable Energy Training PlatformSean White gets interviewed as he was getting ready to interview Brian Hayden. They were having a conversation which fortunately was recorded where Brian Hayden, a podcaster himself seemed to be interviewing the interviewer. This part 1 of a multiple part series of conversations with Brian Hayden. Brian has a podcast of his own, which goes well with his Entrepreneurship course at the world renowned University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship. Brian's podcast is called Finding Your Venture and can be found at FindingYourVenture.com. To find out more about Sean, to sign up for his courses or to...2020-04-1713 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastEV to Grid: Bill Brooks talks about NEC Article 625 EV Power Transfer SystemIn this episode, we talk about 2020 NEC Article 625 Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System. It is ok with the NEC that we can use our cars to feed the grid and power our homes, so what is the hold up with the EV manufacturers? We will cover more of this answer in our next episode, but this time we will get into the details, and focus on 625.42 Rating, which will allow us to 4000A of EV chargers (and bidirectional EV Power Transfer Systems) on a 1000A feeder as long as we have the load management to make everything safe. 625.42 was the...2020-03-3114 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastBill Brooks on Solar PV Rooftop Setbacks and Pathways The 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) now allows for 18 inches from the ridge instead of 3 feet. Bill was involved in the process of making these rules and explains how the 2018 IRC works. This is very important for those of you involved in rooftop solar markets in the US. In some states you can go all the way up to the ridge, other states you can go up to 18 inches from the ridge and yet in others it is 3 feet. With the price of solar PV so low, people are wanting to put as much PV as they can on their roofs, in...2020-03-2533 min

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage PodcastBill Brooks InterviewBill Brooks has been in the solar industry for 32 years. He trains inspectors, consults with solar farm owners, is a licensed professional engineer, is on code making panel 4 and is in charge of writing much of the NEC as it pertains to solar energy. Brooks teaches and writes books with Sean White. This interview is part of the 40-hour Advanced PV and NABCEP Certification exam prep and CEU online class on Heatspring. They were both coronavirus free at the time of this interview. 2020-03-1813 min