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Clean Power HourSolving the Multifamily EV Charging Challenge with Aubrey Gunnels of 3V Infrastructure | EP273Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague delves into the critical yet often overlooked aspect of electrification: EV charging infrastructure for multifamily housing. Tim welcomes Aubrey Gunnels, CEO and co-founder of 3V Infrastructure, a company that's tackling the significant gap in EV charging accessibility for the 31% of Americans living in multifamily buildings.Aubrey explains how 3V's business model works – they provide all capital expenditure and operational costs while installing Level 2 chargers at multifamily properties at zero cost to property owners. The company generates revenue by charging drivers a premium on electricity rates, creating a sustainable business mo...2025-04-0130 min
Clean Power HourSolar PV Training, Trends, and Technology with Sean White | EP248Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by Sean White, a renowned NABCEP-certified trainer, solar educator, and author. Sean is a global leader in the solar energy industry, known for his engaging training sessions and dedication to advancing the field.The discussion begins with a reference to their recent experiences at the Oregon Solar Conference, where they participated in unique activities like goat yoga, blending humor with insights about the event's focus on dedicated solar professionals and the local market's surprisingly favorable payback periods for commercial and industrial solar installations.As the...2024-12-1045 min
Clean Power HourRobotic Solar Farm Vegetation Management with Tim Lichti | EP229In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Tim Lichti, founder and CEO of Swap Robotics, to discuss innovative solar farm vegetation management solutions. Lichti shares insights into how his company is tackling one of the most significant ongoing expenses in solar farm operations - vegetation control.Swap Robotics has developed a fleet of custom-built, all-electric robots designed to maintain large-scale solar installations. These machines feature unique capabilities such as offsettable cutting decks that can reach under solar panels and specialized attachments for trimming around I-beams. Lichti explains how these robots are...2024-08-2019 min
Clean Power HourNavigating the Clean Energy Transition: Insights from Clean Capital's Thomas Byrne | EP219In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Thomas Byrne, CEO and co-founder of Clean Capital, to discuss the evolving landscape of clean energy investment and development. Byrne shares insights from his journey in the industry, from his beginnings as a project finance lawyer to founding Clean Capital in 2016.The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing energy transition. Byrne and Montague explore the unexpected surge in electricity demand due to the rise of data centers and artificial intelligence (AI), and how this impacts the push for...2024-07-1637 min
Clean Power HourRevolutionizing the Grid: Smart Technology and Energy Storage Solutions with Dr. Zhehan Yi | EP217In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague welcomes Dr. Zhehan Yi, Utility and ESS Product Solutions Director at CPS America, for an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge utility-scale energy storage solutions. Dr. Yi shares his journey from electrical engineering to becoming a key player in the renewable energy sector, offering unique insights into the evolving landscape of energy storage technology.The conversation centers around CPS America's groundbreaking 5 megawatt-hour battery storage container solution, a game-changer in the utility-scale storage market. Dr. Yi explains the innovative string structure approach employed by CPS, drawing parallels with their...2024-07-0242 min
Clean Power HourLandfill Solar: Community Solar Success Story with Scott Tess, City of Urbana, IL | EP210In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague is joined by Scott Tess, the Sustainability and Resilience Officer for the City of Urbana, Illinois. They discuss the 5.3 megawatt community solar project that was developed on the city’s closed municipal solid waste landfill in Urbana Illinois in Central Illinois (home of the University of Illinois). This episode holds a special place in Montague’s heart because the landfill was the very first solar project he walked back in 2016 when he we just getting into the PV industry full-time.Scott provides an in-depth overview of the...2024-05-2142 min
Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE Feb 23, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim MontagueStay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safer, healthier future for humanity, this show is a must-watch for any energy professional looking to stay ahead of the game. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, rate and review us on Apple or Spotify, and join us live every Thursday at 12 noon...2024-02-231h 00
Clean Power HourWhy Illinois is a Solar Market to Watch with Lewis Butler, Nelnet Renewable Energy | EP188The solar industry is constantly evolving. With new technologies, regulations, and business models emerging every year, it can be challenging for solar companies to keep up. That's where joining your state's solar energy association can make all the difference. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Lewis Butler, head of sales and business development at Nelnet Renewable Energy and board member of the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA). He discusses his journey in the industry, including how he first got involved with ISEA.Want to learn more about working in the Illinois...2024-01-2326 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE January 4, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim MontagueStay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safer, healthier future for humanity, this show is a must-watch for any energy professional looking to stay ahead of the game. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, rate and review us on Apple or Spotify, and join us live every Thursday at 12 noon...2024-01-0559 min
Clean Power HourConnecting Veterans to Clean Energy Careers with Jana Toner, ACP | EP184Happy New Year Folks. The clean energy industry is booming, with projections to double by 2030. This rapid growth represents an immense opportunity for the over 200,000 service members transitioning from the military to civilian life every year. Helping veterans translate their skills and find purposeful work is crucial, and this week's Clean Power Hour dives into how.On this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague speaks with Jana Toner, Senior Vice President at American Corporate Partners (ACP), a nonprofit that helps veterans transition to civilian careers.They discuss the challenges veterans face when...2024-01-0234 min
Clean Power HourGetting Involved with ISEA with Brian Haug | EP183The Illinois solar market has exploded in recent years thanks to favorable state policies, turning the state into a national leader in renewable energy. Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague talks with Brian Haug, President of Continental Energy Solutions. Brian is a past President of the board of ISEA, the Illinois Solar Energy Association, and an early adopter of solar in Illinois since 2008. We discuss the growth he has witnessed in Illinois Solar and why it is crucial for industry players to engage with the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA). We discuss how policies...2023-12-2618 min
Clean Power HourPowering the Energy Transition with Lion Energy's Tyler Hortin | EP172Please take our listener survey.Today on the Clean Power Hour Tim Montague is joined by Tyler Hortin, president and co-founder of Lion Energy. Lion Energy is an American company focused on making smart energy storage solutions to enable buildings and homes to become energy-independent. They manufacture lithium-ion phosphate batteries and battery control systems that can store solar or grid power, provide backup electricity, and optimize energy use.Tyler Hortin co-founded Lion Energy in order to help buildings become energy-independent with solar and battery storage. He started Lion Energy based on a shortage of quality...2023-10-3128 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE Sept 7, 2023 w/ John Weaver & Tim MontaguePlease take our listener survey.Stay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safer, healthier future for humanity, this show is a must-watch for any energy professional looking to stay ahead of the game. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, rate and review us on Apple or Spotify, and...2023-09-0859 min
Clean Power HourHow Illinois' Public Utility Commission is Speeding the Energy Transition with Carrie Zalewski |EP156Please take our listener survey.Energy Storage leaders join us for Creating Cost-Competitive Energy Storage Systems - Aug 24, 10 AM Central. ( Link )Today on the Clean Power Hour, how Illinois' Public Utility Commission is speeding the energy transition. In this episode, Tim Montague sits down with Carrie Zalewski, former chairman of the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC).Carrie Zalewski served as a utility regulator and an energy attorney with an engineering background with over 15 years of experience in environmental and energy regulation. She has an extensive background in public utility regulation, environmental policy, and compliance...2023-08-2251 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE w Montague & Weaver | July 27, 2023It's hot, it's smoky, but the clean energy transition must go on! Please take our listener survey: bit.ly/cphsurvey23Stay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safer, healthier future for humanity, this show is a must-watch for any energy professional looking to stay ahead of the game. D...2023-07-311h 05
Clean Power HourA Customer Powered Grid with John Horton, CPower | Ep150Please take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/qoSVnCWCoLi142PBAToday on the Clean Power Hour we are joined by John Horton, CEO of CPower as we dive into the world of customer-powered grids and explore the potential of distributed energy resources. CPower is the national leader in distributed energy resource monetization. They are a virtual power plant and act as the bridge between the grid needs and the customer capabilities.For the last 25 years, John Horton has been the executive manager of various companies in various industries. In 2012, he joined Comverge, a predecessor company o...2023-07-1142 min
Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE | May 25, 2023 feat Tristan Erion-Lorico with PVELTristan Erion-Lorico with PVEL joins Tim Montague and John Weaver to discuss Solar PVEL's, performance, and reliability test programs. We also discuss the latest in the world of renewable energy. Stay up to date with the latest developments in the world of clean energy through the Clean Power Hour LIVE, your weekly source for solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, a seasoned renewable energy expert, and John Weaver, a PV Magazine journalist, as they dissect the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to de...2023-05-2658 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE | May 18, 2023Stay up to date with the latest developments in the world of clean energy through the Clean Power Hour LIVE, your weekly source for solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, a seasoned renewable energy expert, and John Weaver, a PV Magazine journalist, as they dissect the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safer, healthier future for humanity, this show is a must-watch for any energy professional looking to stay ahead of the game. Don't forget to subscribe to...2023-05-191h 03
Clean Power HourPassive House for Decarbonizing the Built Environment with Zach Semke |EP142Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), buildings account for almost 40% of global energy consumption and approximately one-third of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Passive House, also known as Passivhaus, is a building standard that prioritizes energy efficiency and sustainability by creating airtight, well-insulated structures with controlled ventilation and minimal energy consumption.Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by Zach Semke, Director of Passive House Accelerator. Passive House Accelerator is a multi-channel media company and event producer dedicated to Passive House design and construction. Z...2023-05-1646 min
Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE feat. Brian Grenko, VDE | May 11, 2023Brian Grenko of VDE joins us this week to discuss the Renewable Energy Test Center (RETC) report that raised the issue of ultraviolet-induced degradation of the trending technology in its PV Module Index 2022. Stay up to date with the latest developments in the world of clean energy through the Clean Power Hour LIVE, your weekly source for solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, a seasoned renewable energy expert, and John Weaver, a PV Magazine journalist, as they dissect the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a s...2023-05-121h 02
Clean Power HourHigh Density PEG Solar Racking for Ground Mount Solar with Matthew Lusk | EP141Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! When land is scarce and you need to maximize the density of solar panels per acre of ground, there are some unique innovations happening in the racking space. One such product is the PEG high-density solar racking system developed by Jurchen Technology. In episode 141 of the Clean Power Hour podcast, host Tim Montague interviews Matthew Lusk, VP of Business Development at PEG Solar Racking, and discusses their solar panel mounting system, the PEG. Lusk describes the features and benefits of the PEG, including its unique low to the ground, east-west, high-ground cover ration...2023-05-0935 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE May 4, 2023 w/ John Weaver & Tim MontagueStay up to date with the latest developments in the world of clean energy through the Clean Power Hour LIVE, your weekly source for solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, a seasoned renewable energy expert, and John Weaver, a PV Magazine journalist, as they dissect the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safer, healthier future for humanity, this show is a must-watch for any energy professional looking to stay ahead of the game. Don't forget to subscribe to...2023-05-0650 min
Clean Power HourState of American Solar with Nico Johnson, SunCast Media | EP140Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by a very special guest - Nico Johnson, the host of the SunCast Podcast and a leading expert in the solar industry. Nico Johnson is a 17-year solar veteran, Chief Content Officer of SunCast Media, and host of the popular SunCast Podcast. SunCast Media began as the first-ever podcast focused on the solar industry in emerging markets back in 2015 and has now emerged as a go-to resource for entrepreneurs and solar professionals from many walks of life in the renewable energy s...2023-05-0241 min
Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE Feat. Dan Leary, CEO of Denowatts | Apr 27, 2023Thurs April 27, 2023, at 12 noon ET we are joined by Dan Leary, CEO & Founder of Denowatts, and their solar performance testing and analytics company platform that uses Digital Twin Benchmarking Technology. Stay up to date with the latest developments in the world of clean energy through the Clean Power Hour LIVE, your weekly source for solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, a seasoned renewable energy expert, and John Weaver, a PV Magazine journalist, as they dissect the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to d...2023-04-281h 04
Clean Power HourSolar O&M with Josh Richardson, Head of the O&M at Continental Energy Solutions Ep139Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by Josh Richardson, Head of O&M at Continental Energy Solutions(CES), the largest solar installer in northern Illinois and an IBEW solar contractor and full-service EPC. Josh Richardson has been the head of Solar O&M at Continental Energy Solutions since 2020. He ensures the optimal performance of solar assets to meet their financial expectations across their lifespan. In this episode, Josh joins Tim and shares his expertise and insights on solar operations and maintenance. He provides va...2023-04-2531 min
Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE | April 20, 2023 | Speeding the Energy TransitionThurs April 20, 2023, at 12 noon ET we are joined by Zack Hobbs, CEO & Founder of Carolina Solar Services to talk about large-scale solar O&M (operations & maintenance). Stay up to date with the latest developments in the world of clean energy through the Clean Power Hour LIVE, your weekly source for solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, a seasoned renewable energy expert, and John Weaver, a PV Magazine journalist, as they dissect the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and b...2023-04-211h 06
Clean Power HourGraphene for Battery Energy Storage with John DeMaio, CEO Graphex Technologies; EP138Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by John DeMaio, CEO of Graphex Technologies. Graphex Technologies manufactures 10,000 metric tonnes per year of purified spherical graphite used for Li-Ion battery anodes in electric vehicles. They also develop graphene applications and provide technology for producing coated spherical graphite.John DeMaio has over 35 years of experience in executive leadership and operational management in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He is responsible for the expansion of the graphite business into the U.S. and Europe. His previous positions include President, C...2023-04-1845 min
Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE, April 13, 2023Bringing you the latest in solar, wind, and energy storage news and views. Co-hosts Tim Montague and John Weaver (Commercial Solar Guy and PV Magazine journalist) break down the tools, technologies, and trends that are speeding the energy transition. We are on a mission to decarbonize the economy and create a safer healthier future for humanity. Give us a rating and review on Apple or Spotify and subscribe to our Youtube channel. Reach out to us: tim@cleanpowerhour.com | www.CleanPowerHour.com Join us LIVE each Thursday at 12 noon EST / 9 AM PacificThis week I am joined...2023-04-1458 min
Clean Power HourCommercial Solar O&M with Simmons Knife and Continental Energy Solutions; EP137Welcome to the Clean Power Hour, where we dive into the world of operations and maintenance (O&M) for commercial solar.Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by Josh Richardson, Head of the O&M at Continental Energy Solutions and Colin Murphy, CEO of Simmons Knife & Saw in the Chicago suburbs. Simmons Knife installed a 437 kW rooftop solar project in 2019 that produces 70% of the facility’s power on their Glendale Heights factory headquarters. Simmons produces saw blades for the food and furniture industries. The project was designed and installed by Continental Energy Solutions (CE...2023-04-1122 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE | April 6, 2023Thurs April 6, 2023, we are joined by Thomas Hickey of Sandbox Solar and developer of SPADE Agrivoltaic Design platform (https://www.agrivoltaic.design/)Bringing you the latest in solar, wind, and energy storage news and views. Co-hosts Tim Montague and John Weaver (Commercial Solar Guy and PV Magazine journalist) break down the tools, technologies, and trends that are speeding the energy transition. We are on a mission to decarbonize the economy and create a safer healthier future for humanity. Give us a rating and review on Apple or Spotify and subscribe to our Youtube channel. Reach out to...2023-04-071h 03Clean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE | Thurs March 30, 2023Bringing you the latest in solar, wind and energy storage news and views. Co-hosts Tim Montague and John Weaver (Commercial Solar Guy and PV Magazine journalist) break down the tools, technologies and trends that are speeding the energy transition. We are on a mission to decarbonize the economy and create a safer healthier future for humanity. Give us a rating and review on Apple or Spotify and subscribe to our Youtube channel. Reach out to us: tim@cleanpowerhour.com | www.CleanPowerHour.comJoin us LIVE each Thursday at 12 noon EST / 9 AM Pacific. Support the show2023-03-311h 04
Clean Power HourStreamlining Environmental Permitting in Clean Energy Development with Robin Laine, CEO of Transect EP 135Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! On today’s show we are joined by Robin Laine, CEO of Transect. Transect empowers solar and wind energy developers to take control of the environmental permitting process, delivering due diligence in minutes - not weeks or months. Robin Laine is the CEO, and Founder of Transect, Inc., a SaaS-based software platform. She is an environmental subject matter expert with decades of national experience managing natural resources compliance and permitting projects.Robin served as a field biologist, project manager, division director, and national program manager for local, regional, and nat...2023-03-2832 minClean Power HourClean Power Hour LIVE | March 23, 2023Today on the Clean Power Hour we are joined by Pete Berthelsen, Executive Director of the Bee and Butterfly Habitat Fund to discuss their Solar Synergy program that helps utility scale solar developers install pollinator friendly vegetation on solar farms and fields. The BBHF has been working with solar developers since 2019 to deliver multiple benefits on renewable energy projects by establishing NextGen Conservation habitat on solar sites.Subscribe: https://bit.ly/cph-sub Join us LIVE each Thursday at 12 noon EST / 11 Central / 10 Mountain / 9 AM Pacific. Bringing you the latest in solar, wind and energy storage news and...2023-03-241h 03