SunCast Podcast

☑️ Election Special alert: https://lnkd.in/edmvhZ-A The 2024 U.S. presidential election is just around the corner, and its outcome could significantly shape the future of renewable energy in America. With Trump and Harris taking vastly different approaches to energy policy, the next administration will have the power to either accelerate or slow the pace of #cleanenergy deployment. Chris Sass, host of the Insider's Guide to Energy podcast spoke with Mona Dajani, Global Co-Chair of Energy, Infrastructure, and Hydrogen at Baker Botts, to explore what’s at stake. Tune-in to learn: ⚡ How the energy policies of Harris and Trump could impact the renewable energy industry ⚡ Mona’s insights on the future of the IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) ⚡ The role of hydrogen in decarbonization ⚡ The need for faster regulatory and permitting processes to accelerate renewable energy deployment ⚡How foreign conflicts impact renewables, from manufacturing to the price of gas and oil. The result of November’s election 🗳️ will impact clean energy— the question is, in what way? This conversation was recorded live from our PowerUp Live Podcast Stage during RE+ 2024. You can re-watch all the other insightful conversations held from the stage at www.suncast.live #renewableenergy #cleanenergy #hydrogen #energytransition

Storage, AI, Domestic Manufacturing, Vehicle to Grid… These are the trends shaping our industry.  Hear about these and more in our trends and tech roundup from RE+: https://lnkd.in/eBg7Svvs This must-listen compilation features industry experts Joe Ordia, Ben Zientara, Ryan Mayfield, Kate Collardson, Chris Crowell, Anne Fischer, Ryan Kennedy, and John Fitzgerald Weaver. Here’s what you’ll learn: ⚡ How platform-based energy management systems are transforming battery solutions and grid integration. ⚡ The growing role of hybrid inverters in bridging energy storage and solar to create seamless home energy systems. ⚡ Why software innovations, like Aurora Solar’s obstruction detection, are cutting design time and improving project planning. ⚡ How domestic manufacturing, tariffs, and policy changes are influencing product development and supply chain strategies. #CleanEnergy #REplus2024 #BatteryStorage #RenewableEnergy #Innovation

Are You part of a thriving community of Energy Professionals?  Did you know you could be? AESP is Cultivating a Community of Clean Energy Professionals and building tools to empower your career growth. In my conversation with Jennifer Szaro, President & CEO of the Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP), we discuss how the organization is leading the charge in empowering energy professionals through impactful programs and tools designed to foster mentorship and career growth. She likes to say her work “brings together energy geeks trying to humanize energy” — creating solutions that improve grid efficiency while addressing real community needs. Today, you’ll learn: ⚡ Why distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar and storage reduce grid strain & avoid costly upgrades ⚡How demand flexibility outperforms traditional demand response solutions ⚡ What EV adoption barriers were uncovered through EVDX’s design labs ⚡ Where AESP’s Utility Career Map and resource library suggest you should be looking ⚡ Why AESP’s mentorship programs help clean energy professionals thrive & grow AESP is equipping clean energy professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to drive meaningful change. 🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode—link in the comments. #electricvehicles #solarenergy #cleanenergy #leadership

SEG Solar: Made in America - Quality, Innovation, and U.S. Jobs In this showcase from RE+, Jim Wood of SEG Solar, Inc. discusses SEG Solar’s investment in the local community, innovation in supply chain management, and their efforts to meet domestic content standards, all while expanding their U.S.-based operations. See the rest of the interview with Jim Wood from RE+ here: https://lnkd.in/eAY4bzkP

A hidden bottleneck facing the renewable energy sector is the shortage of transformers, which is delaying everything from solar farms to local businesses. Ben Macias, Chief Revenue Officer at MGM Transformers, discusses how the company is tackling transformer shortages by expanding production capacity and offering American-made products with industry-leading delivery lead times. Expect to learn: ⚡ How MGM is expanding capacity with new facilities in Texas. ⚡ The difference between wet and dry transformers and their applications. ⚡ Why transformer technology has remained largely unchanged for decades. ⚡ The importance of building a dream team to support customers. Catch the full conversation—links in the comments 👇 #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #Transformers #Innovation

Join Renewables UnWind in #Calgary! 🍁 Don't miss this exciting opportunity to connect with sustainability pros and clean energy enthusiasts! 📅 Date & Time: October 22, 2024 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM MT 📍 Location: Social Beer Haus 218 8th Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Alberta This is your chance to socialize, strategize, and build meaningful connections with industry peers over great conversations and a refreshing brew! 🍻💬 🔗 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/en6sDmf2 #Networking #RenewableEnergy #Cleanenergy #Cleantech

"We stayed focused and relentless on bringing this idea to reality." In this showcase from RE+, Bryan Wagner of Chint Power Systems Americas shares how the team at CPS America remained determined and relentless in turning their ambitious vision of advancing string inverter technology into reality. See the rest of the interview with Bryan Wagner from RE+ here: https://lnkd.in/e2AYkcNU

📣The world's first fully recycled c-Si module has just been produced! ♻️ The recycled module uses n-type TOPCon technology, boasting an efficiency of 20.7% and a power output exceeding 645W. Shout out to Trinasolar who has just set a new benchmark by producing this recycled module. We look forward to seeing how this milestone will address the mass decommissioning of PV modules and accelerate the solar industry's shift toward more sustainable and circular practices. #Sustainability #Solar #RenewableEnergy #Recycling

How did Bryan Wagner grow his team AND product line more than 250x???  https://lnkd.in/eRSzrUeR (<-- answers are here) It’s not every day a company experiences 250x growth to become the #1 leader in market share. But that’s exactly what happened to Chint Power Systems Americas America under the leadership of Bryan Wagner. NICO JOHNSON 🎙️had the opportunity to sit down with Bryan at their US headquarters in Texas to chronicle the rapid rise to market dominance and try to get Bryan to tell us his secrets. 😛 From competitive sports to leading a top solar company, Bryan discusses how mentorship, customer feedback, and continuous improvement have been crucial in helping go from 10 to 100 employees while maintaining a strong team culture. Expect to learn: ⚡ How Bryan’s sports background shapes his leadership style ⚡ Why mentorship and coaching are vital in leadership ⚡ How CPS America grew from 10 to 100 employees while keeping its culture ⚡ Strategies for managing rapid growth with operational excellence ⚡ The role of customer feedback in CPS America’s product innovation What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned about leadership that you apply in your business? Any particular sports metaphors, books or coaches who’ve left an indelible impact on how you lead? #innovation #Leadership #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy

🎉 Happy Birthday, Bryan Wagner! 🎉 In celebration of Bryan's birthday, we’re sharing an exclusive sneak peek from his recent interview with NICO JOHNSON 🎙️. Bryan opens up about the critical role of customer feedback in driving innovation at Chint Power Systems Americas. Whether it’s solving real-world product challenges or investing in groundbreaking technologies, his team is laser-focused on creating solutions that matter. Hear how they’re turning customer insights into action and bringing game-changing products like the 250kW, 600-volt system to market. Catch the full episode tomorrow on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/eJ_PxwUg #Innovation #CleanEnergy #SolarPower #Leadership