Creative Success = Financial Balance with Flexible Budget Plans As a creative individual, dealing with irregular income can be daunting. In this episode of From "Creative Passion To Profit", titled "How Creatives Can Budget for Regular Income," I, Mahmood, tackle one of the biggest challenges faced by those in the arts and creative world—budgeting. Have you ever felt the high of being fully booked and having commissions flying off the shelves, only to be met with silence and income droughts the following month? You're not alone. But here's the good news: with a little planning, you can smooth out those financial ups and downs. In this episode, I'll share three simple steps to help you build a budgeting system that fits your lifestyle and supports your creative ambitions. You'll learn how to determine your essential baseline expenses, create a financial buffer for quiet months, and implement a flexible yet simple budgeting method that allows you to thrive creatively and financially. You'll also have some homework tasks... Timestamped Summary: [00:00:00] Introduction to challenges of budgeting with erratic income. [00:00:58] Step 1: Determine your baseline expenses. [00:02:12] Step 2: Build a financial buffer for quieter months. [00:03:46] Step 3: Apply a simple, discipline-based budget system. [00:04:58] Homework: Calculate baseline expenses and track income. Mentioned in this episode: Training Training Training Find out more about Budgetwhizz Find out more about Budgetwhizz Budgetwhizz…
The Clean Power Hour podcast is speeding the clean energy transition. Tim Montague and John Weaver highlight clean energy innovations shaping the next generation of renewable energy sources. We discuss the latest solar PV, battery storage, wind, water, wave, and other low-carbon technologies. We answer the question: How can we decarbonize the economy? We promote the economic opportunity of electrifying everything - transportation, energy, industry, and the built environment. Let's speed up t ...
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Geothermal for All: How Property Owners Can Tap into Sustainable Heating & Cooling | EP260
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35:47Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague explores the cutting-edge developments in geothermal technology with Joselyn Lai, co-founder and CEO of Bedrock Energy. Lai discusses how her company is revolutionizing the geothermal heating and cooling industry by dramatically reducing installation costs and time through innovative drilling technol…
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Power Electronics Evolution: How String Inverters Are Winning | EP259
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53:46Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Joe Ross, Associate Director of National Accounts and Channel Sales at CPS America, to discuss the evolution of power electronics, detailing the shift from central inverters to the more efficient and scalable string inverters. He explains why string inverters are revolutionizing commer…
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Demystifying Solar Tax Credit Transfers with Marc Palmer, Conductor Solar | EP258
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39:01Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague welcomes back Marc Palmer, founder and CEO of Conductor Solar, for an in-depth exploration of ITC (Investment Tax Credit) transfers in the solar industry. With over 15 years of experience in renewable energy finance, Palmer breaks down the complexities of tax credit transfers and explains how this me…
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Expert Panel - Mastering Solar Project Success: Speed, Partnerships, and Problem-Solving | EP257
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1:00:17Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague explores two critical aspects of modern solar development: effective industry partnerships and IRA compliance. Four industry veterans share insights on how collaboration and compliance can coexist with aggressive timelines: Successful Partnership Dynamics: OMCO and Sunstall have collaborated on over …
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The Critical Role of Field Service in Solar: Insights from CPS America’s David Huebsch | EP256
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36:48Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with David Huebsch, Field Service Engineer and Manager for CPS America's Central Region. Drawing from his unique background transitioning from wind turbine maintenance to solar inverter service, David shares valuable insights into the critical role of field service in the solar industry. Th…
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Solar Manufacturing: Expert Perspectives from OMCO Solar’s Eric Goodwin | EP255
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39:18Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Eric Goodwin, Vice President of Business Development at OMCO Solar, to explore the evolution and future of solar manufacturing in the United States. From its roots as a truck bumper manufacturer in 1955 to becoming America's largest custom roll former with 13GW of annual solar racking capac…
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Geothermal Technology is Cleaning Up Fossil Fuels at the Source with Johanna Ostrum | EP254
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29:59Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague explores an innovative approach to geothermal energy with Johanna Ostrom. Johanna is the COO of Gradient Geothermal, where she leads efforts to transform the energy sector by harnessing geothermal resources to reduce emissions from oil and gas wells. With a strong background in engineering and a proven tr…
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Inside CPS America's Innovation Day: A Conversation with President Bryan Wagner | EP253
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36:36Check out CPS Product Innovation Day 2025: https://loom.ly/Ll19EVk Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Bryan Wagner, President and GM of CPS America, the number one string inverter manufacturer in the US solar market. We discuss the company's upcoming Product Innovation Day event (April 2, 2025, in Dallas TX) and their unique…
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How Solar Farms Can Restore Ecosystems with Nick de Vries | EP252
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41:07We wrap up 2024 with a rather unique agrivoltaics episode. Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Nick de Vries, Chief Technology Officer of Silicon Ranch, to explore the groundbreaking concept of regenerative energy. This innovative approach goes beyond traditional solar energy production by integrating sustainable agricultural…
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How Economics Drive the Clean Energy Transition with Rick Wrenn | EP251
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42:25Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague brings you Rick Wrenn, author of "A Pragmatist's Guide to Energizing the U.S.A.", to explore the economic forces driving America's energy transition. Rick, who has a specialty compounds and operations management background, brings a fresh perspective to the energy conversation by focusing on the numb…
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Multi-Tenant Solar Solutions with John Witchel of King Energy | EP250
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38:29Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague brings you John Witchel, CEO and founder of King Energy, a company dedicated to solving the multi-tenant solar project problem for 3rd party owned real estate. The discussion centers around the concept of the split incentive problem, which has historically hindered solar installations on buildings wh…
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The Future of Solar: Maintenance, Communication, and Content Creation with Derek | EP249
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42:54In this episode of The Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague welcomes Derek, known as Derek the Solarboi, a seasoned solar professional and content creator. The discussion begins with Derek sharing his journey into the solar industry, highlighting his transition from general electrical work to becoming an expert in operations and maintenance (O&M). W…
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Solar PV Training, Trends, and Technology with Sean White | EP248
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45:21Today 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 S…
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Insights on Solar Racking and Technical Due Diligence with Azimuth Advisory Services | EP247
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38:47When weather gets gnarly, the solar panels can fly, the racking can be destroyed, and the powerplant might actually die. But never fear, Azimuth Advisory Services is here to help prevent climate chaos from getting the best of your solar and storage projects. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, we take a deep dive with two expert advisors, Fran…
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Revolutionizing Urban Solar with TR Ludwig from Brooklyn Solar | EP246
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36:28Putting solar canopies on row homes and high-rise buildings in NYC! Today on the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with T.R. Ludwig, the founder of Brooklyn Solar Works and Brooklyn Solar Canopy Company. The episode explores the unique challenges and innovative solutions associated with installing solar in the urban core of New York Cit…
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The Future of Residential Energy Storage with Vince Ambrose | EP245
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41:41Batteries are the new black for solar (solar is already black so maybe batteries are the double black?). If you’re a solar contractor you MUST go long into battery storage. As the value of net metering goes away (NEM 3.0 beware), the importance of BESS goes up. In California, ESS attachment rates have gone above 80 percent. In this episode of the C…
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Innovations in Performance Monitoring with Faviola Angulo CPS | EP244
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33:03In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Faviola Angulo, a performance improvement engineer at CPS America, to explore the intricate world of solar inverter technology and performance monitoring. Faviola shares her journey into the solar industry, highlighting her transition from oil and gas to renewable energy, dri…
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Ensuring Safety in Grid-Scale Battery Systems | EP243
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51:59In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague engages with industry leaders Dr. Zhehan Yi and Ryan Mayfield to discuss the critical topic of safety in grid-scale battery systems. As the demand for renewable energy surges, understanding the safety protocols and standards surrounding battery storage has never been more essential. The conversa…
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The World's Simplest Racking System with Drew Bond | EP242
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32:32In this episode of Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Drew Bond, CEO and co-founder of Powerfield Energy, about their innovative solar racking system. The company's flagship product, the PowerRack, represents a significant departure from traditional solar mounting solutions. At its core, it's a highly engineered HDPE plastic tub that ho…
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Solar Inverter Solutions for Every Project with Evan Upshur | EP241
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27:48In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague welcomes Evan Upshur, a senior account representative at Chint Power Systems, to discuss the transformative role of inverters in the solar industry. The conversation delves into the recent introduction of single-phase inverters by Chint, a company renowned for its leadership in three-phase …
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Democratizing Clean Energy with Gary Skulnik | EP240
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39:49In this episode of Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Gary Skulnik, founder of Neighborhood Sun, to explore the transformative world of community solar. From his early days creating a solar science fair project in 1979 to founding a revolutionary community solar platform, Skulnik shares insights into making clean energy accessible to eve…
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5 MWh Power Block BESS from CPS America with Dr. Zhehan Yi | EP239
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31:20In today’s episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Dr. Zhehan Yi (aka, Dr. Z), Director of Utility and Battery Energy Storage Products at CPS America, to explore their groundbreaking 5 MWh battery solution. As data centers expand at break-neck speed, driven by AI and cryptocurrency demands, the need for reliable, scalable energ…
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Mitigating Hail Damage in Large-Scale Solar: Insights from VDE Americas | EP238
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38:17In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Jon Previtali, Senior Principal Engineer at VDE Americas, to discuss the growing challenge of hail damage in large-scale solar projects. As hail-related insurance claims skyrocket and premiums increase, the solar industry is searching for innovative solutions to protect their…
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Building Winning Cultures, Insights from Dr. Barry Davis | EP237
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39:09In today’s episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Dr. Barry Davis, a veteran college baseball coach and leadership consultant. With 35 years of coaching experience, Dr. Davis shares valuable lessons on leadership, team building, and creating a culture of excellence that applies both on the field and in business. Dr. Davis disc…
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Titanium Venture’s Role in Funding the Energy Transition with Albert Bielinko | EP236
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45:31In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Albert Bielinko, General Partner at Titanium Ventures, to explore the fascinating intersection of venture capital and clean technology. With over $1 billion invested across 100 technology companies, Titanium Ventures has become a key player in funding the energy transition. T…
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Distributed vs. Centralized String: Optimizing PV Plants with the 250 KW, 600v Inverters with CPS America | EP235
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56:34In today’s episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Bryan Wagner, President and General Manager, and Anton Patton, Vice President of Product Management at CPS America. They dive deep into the company's groundbreaking 250kW 600V string inverter, a product poised to revolutionize the solar industry. The discussion covers the evolu…
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Navigating the TVA Market with Gil Hough, TenneSEIA | EP234
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38:30In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Gil Hough, Executive Director of the Tennessee Solar Energy Industries Association (TenneSEIA). The discussion offers a comprehensive look at the unique energy landscape within the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) region, which spans Tennessee and parts of six other states. Key p…
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Overcoming Opposition to Clean Energy Projects in Rural America with Brenden Miller | EP233
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38:33Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Brendan Miller, Deputy Director of the Land and Liberty Coalition, to discuss building support for renewable energy projects in rural communities across America. Brendan shares his unique journey from farmer and local school board member to renewable energy advocate, offering valuable insig…
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Data Driven O&M Strategies with Wattch and Omnidian | EP232
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1:01:51Today on the Clean Power Hour we explore the world of data-driven strategies for supercharging solar O&M (operations and maintenance) with expert guests Alex Nussey, CEO of Wattch and Trish Graf, VP of Sales at Omnidian. The conversation kicks off by exploring the current state of monitoring and analytics in distributed generation (DG) solar, with …
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Sun'Agri: Bringing European Agrivoltaic Innovation to the US | EP231
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26:53In this fascinating episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Chuck Schwartz, head of business development at Sun'Agri, to explore the cutting-edge world of agrivoltaics. Chuck shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, ultimately leading him to the forefront of solar technology in agriculture. The conversation…
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Agrivoltaics: Progress and Potential with Jordan Macknick, NREL | EP230
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27:58In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Jordan Macknick, a senior researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), to explore the fascinating world of agrivoltaics. With over a decade of experience in the field, Macknick offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of solar energy and agriculture, shedd…
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Robotic Solar Farm Vegetation Management with Tim Lichti | EP229
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19:15In 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 dev…
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Monetizing Solar Tax Credits: Opportunities in the DG Space with John Carson |EP228
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27:43In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with John Carson, managing partner at Armagh Capital, to explore the world of tax credit finance for distributed generation solar projects. John shares his expertise on how companies can monetize solar tax credits, particularly focusing on projects ranging from 0.5 to 40 megawatts…
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Dual-Use Solar: Exploring the Synergy of Crops and Clean Energy | EP227
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29:54In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Greg Barron-Gafford, a professor at the University of Arizona and a pioneer in the field of agrivoltaics. Recorded at the Solar Farm Summit, this conversation dives deep into the exciting world of dual-use solar, where crops and solar panels coexist in mutually beneficial arrangem…
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Agrivoltaics and Community-Centric Solar with Iain Ward |EP226
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39:22In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Iain Ward, founder of Solar Agricultural Services (SolAg), to explore the exciting world of agrivoltaics - the practice of combining solar energy production with agriculture. Ward, with his background in conservation planning and environmental science, shares insights on how the s…
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Rapid Shutdown, Large Modules, and Storage: Trends Shaping C&I Solar with Steve Schwerd | EP225
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40:54In this episode of the Clean Power Hour host Tim Montague sits down with Steve Schwerd of Schwerd Consulting to discuss the state of commercial, industrial, and small-scale utility solar and storage engineering. Steve shares his journey from electrical engineer to solar industry expert, highlighting the evolution of sustainable design and the growi…
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Exploring Agrivoltaics with American Farmland Trust | EP224
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35:13In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Ethan Winter and Austin Kinzer from American Farmland Trust (AFT) to explore the world of agrivoltaics. We discuss AFT's "Smart Solar" program, which aims to balance the acceleration of clean energy with the preservation of thriving farms. We explore the challenges and opport…
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How Perovskite Technology is Reshaping the Solar Industry with Scott Graybeal | EP223
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34:43In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Scott Graybeal, CEO of Caelux, to explore the exciting world of perovskite solar technology. Graybeal reveals how his company is on the cusp of revolutionizing the solar industry with their innovative perovskite-based coatings for traditional solar panels. Graybeal dispels the myt…
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Agrivoltaics is Transforming Solar Development with Lucy Bullock-Sieger | EP222
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32:58Agrivoltaics may be the biggest innovation in solar since the invention of the solar tracker. Today on the Clean Power Hour, we dive into the future of solar and farming with Lucy Bullock-Sieger, Vice President of Strategy at Lightstar Renewables. Discover how agrivoltaics is revolutionizing the solar industry and helping rural communities realize …
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Building the Solar Workforce: Union Labor's Role in the Energy Transition | EP221
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36:34In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Dane Simpson, Director of LECET (Laborers' and Employers' Cooperation and Education Trust), to explore the vital role of labor unions in constructing the gigawatts of solar needed for the energy transition. Dane elucidates how organizations like LECET and LIUNA (Laborers' Int…
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Solar Sheep: The Future of Sustainable Vegetation Control in Renewable Energy | EP220
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17:14In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews JR Howard, owner of Texas Solar Sheep, about the growing industry of solar grazing. JR shares his journey into solar grazing, which began three years ago when a friend recommended exploring this unique intersection of agriculture and renewable energy. From a small pilot project, …
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Navigating the Clean Energy Transition: Insights from Clean Capital's Thomas Byrne | EP219
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37:38In 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 conv…
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Grid-Enhancing Technologies with Alexina Jackson, AES | EP218
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49:08In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Alexina Jackson, Vice President of Strategic Development at AES, to discuss the future of the electrical grid and the implementation of grid-enhancing technologies (GETs). Alexina shares her insights on the transformation of the grid from an analog system to a more digital, d…
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Revolutionizing the Grid: Smart Technology and Energy Storage Solutions with Dr. Zhehan Yi | EP217
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42:20In 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 uniq…
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Owning the Customer Experience with Sunvoy's Joe Marhamati | EP216
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46:11In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Joe Marhamati, co-founder of Sunvoy, a customer relationship management and system monitoring platform for solar installers. Joe discusses his background working at the Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office during the early days of utility-scale solar development in the U.S. He …
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Crops, Critters and Conservation: The Solar Farm Summit with Dan French | EP215
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23:50In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Dan French, the founder of the Solar Farm Summit, an event dedicated to promoting and advancing agrivoltaic solar (also known as dual-use solar or solar grazing). Dan shares his background, starting from his work as an attorney for BP Oil, then making his mark in brownfield solar deve…
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Insuring the Solar Revolution: Managing Risks in a Changing Climate with Hunter Johnson | EP214
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41:44In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Hunter Johnson, Vice President of Alliant Insurance, about the crucial role of insurance in the solar industry and how climate change is impacting the way insurance companies assess and underwrite solar projects. The discussion covers various factors that solar installers, developers,…
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Deep Geothermal and the Energy Transition with Sebastian Heitmann, Extantia | EP213
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52:17In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Sebastian Heitmann, the co-founder of the venture capital firm Extantia. The discussion covered a wide range of topics related to the energy transition and decarbonization efforts. Sebastian shared his journey from the early days of investing in clean tech 1.0, which primarily fo…
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Transforming Homes Into Smart Powerhouses, Kelly Warner, Lumin | EP212
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39:24In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Kelly Warner, CEO of Lumin (or Lumin Smart), a company that produces smart electrical panels for load management and electrification. Kelly shares his extensive background in the energy industry, spanning roles in consulting and running technology companies focused on areas like …
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Attract and retain top talent in the solar industry with CPS America and EnergeiaWorks | EP211
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1:03:03In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague brings together a panel of experts from CPS America and EnergeiaWorks to discuss proven tactics for talent acquisition and retention in the rapidly growing solar sector. The discussion kicks off with insightful introductions from the panelists, including John Drummond, senior applications e…
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