The Energy Show

The Energy Show

Environmental Services

Los Gatos, CA 670 followers

Delivering a broad variety of energy related topics spanning technology, economics, policy, and politics.

About us

Barry Cinnamon has been blogging about the Solar Industry since 2007. Every week Barry hosts The Energy Show, a 30 minute informative talk show that covers a broad variety of energy related topics spanning technology, economics, policy, and politics that are shaping the future of how we generate and consume electricity, along with practical money-saving tips on ways to reduce your home and business energy consumption.

Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Los Gatos, CA
Type
Privately Held
Specialties
renewable energy, solar, energy, and EV

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    What happens when a giant in the solar industry collapses? 💥 In Part 2 of this week’s Energy Show episode, Vincent Battaglia, MBA, CEO of Renova Energy, reveals how they turned adversity into opportunity after SunPower’s shocking downfall! Following Renova’s inspiring 18-year journey shared in Part 1, Vince now spills the secrets behind their remarkable recovery. Discover the strategic, customer-first decisions that helped them weather the storm and emerge stronger than ever! 💪 Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion that could change how you view the future of solar. Catch the full episode at https://lnkd.in/g23iJvAp ! #SolarIndustry #EnergyShow #SunPower #RenovaEnergy #SolarResilience

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    🔧 UL 3741, Module Level Power Electronics and advanced battery systems are roiling the rooftop solar market. It’s a dynamic situation for both consumers and installers. 🎙️ Please join us for Segment 2 of our interview with Raghu Belur, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Enphase Energy, as do a deep dive into these new policies and technologies. As usual, you can tune into the latest Energy Show episode at https://lnkd.in/gEUwZvwF #SolarRevolution #EnergyStorage #EVTech #BatteryBreakthrough #Enphase

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    ⚡️ Attention Solar Pros! ⚡️ Segment 2 of our SolarEdge interview is here, and we’re diving into the nitty-gritty tech and policy that matter most to installers. From IRA, VPP, and V2G to fire safety and UL 3741 — we’ve got the inside scoop for both residential and commercial contractors. 🔧💡 Tune in to hear from SolarEdge’s Bertrand Vandeweile and John Ahlman as we break down key insights on maximizing energy harvest, reducing costs, and boosting system sizes for NEM2 customers in California. Don’t miss out – listen now at https://lnkd.in/gDDstsCa 🎧 #SolarEdge #EnergyShow #SolarTech #V2G #NEM2

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    When your biggest solar supplier files for bankruptcy and suddenly ends their customer financing program—what do you do? It’s the nightmare scenario no installer wants to face. But some companies, like Renova Energy, are thriving despite these challenges. In this week's episode, Vincent Battaglia, MBA, CEO of Renova, shares how they've grown for 18 years to become a leader in the Coachella Valley and beyond. From expanding into Arizona to mastering solar + battery installations for the desert’s extreme heat, Renova’s success is built on smart strategies and excellent service. Catch Vince’s insights here: https://lnkd.in/dxarNAkR #TheEnergyShow #CinnamonEnergySystems #RenovaEnergy #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SolarEnergy

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    Anyone who pays an electric bill in California knows we’re in the midst of an energy crisis. ⚡ This crisis is enabled by politicians who lack the will to do something about it. But unlike many politicians, Sam Liccardo took action to lower electric bills when he was the Mayor of San Jose. Now, as a candidate for U.S. Congress, Sam plans to tackle these energy affordability problems on both a state level and national scale. Join me on this week’s Energy Show in the U.S. Congress candidate Sam Liccardo talks about his work on real-world solutions to sky-high energy costs: https://buff.ly/3TGEYYW #TheEnergyShow #CinnamonEnergySystems #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SolarEnergy

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    FINALLY, someone who actually understands our crazy-complicated electric bills! I’m delighted to have Dr. Ahmad Faruqui join me on this week’s Energy Show to explain why our electric bills keep going even though it’s so inexpensive to generate power with solar. Could it have something to do with out of control utility spending and their 10-12% guaranteed profits? Tune into this week's energy show at https://buff.ly/47tr3LB for an expert’s view on how dirt cheap solar generation should best be deployed to provide affordable and reliable electricity for everyone. #TheEnergyShow #CinnamonEnergySystems #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SolarEnergy

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    Unfortunately, there are a few "quick buck" solar companies that take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners. These ten tips will help you avoid these scam artists -- and get the best solar and battery installation for your home or business: 1️⃣ Beware of the word “Free” 2️⃣ Beware of TGTBT pricing and financing 3️⃣ Don’t sign up on the spot 4️⃣ Do not trust quotes generated completely online 5️⃣ Beware of “free maintenance and cleaning” commitments 6️⃣ Beware of optimistic system savings 7️⃣ Research the company that manufacturers the solar panels you will install 8️⃣ Research the company that manufactures battery SYSTEM you will install 9️⃣ Understand your backup power strategy 🔟 Do your own research on applicable incentives, credits and financing options Don’t let a bad deal or poor installation quality ruin your solar investment. Tune into this week's podcast at https://buff.ly/4gjBpS2! #TheEnergyShow #CinnamonEnergySystems #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SolarBattery #SolarEnergy

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    Swinging for the fences with my 2024 Solar & Storage predictions! ⚾️ As I gear up for my 21st year at RE+ (formerly Solar Power International), I took a look back at my bold predictions for the year. Here’s how I scored: 1️⃣ EVs with integrated 240-volt generators? Just two models so far—Ford Lightning and Tesla Cybertruck. Automakers, wake up! (K) 2️⃣ Heat pump sales surging by 25%? Nailed it, despite IRA rebates still being MIA. (H) 3️⃣ Clean energy manufacturing plant delays? Unfortunately, spot on. Political uncertainty is slowing progress. (H) 4️⃣ Net Metering’s demise spreading beyond California? Yes, and it’s not good news for solar. (H) 5️⃣ California residential solar revenues plunging by 50%? Sadly, this happened, with battery storage also taking a hit. (H) 6️⃣ A national-scale solar company filing for bankruptcy? SunPower couldn’t hang on. (H) 7️⃣ Tesla entering the U.S. inverter market? They’ve made significant strides against established giants. (H) 8️⃣ Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and Vehicle to Grid (V2G) stalling? Missed this one—pilot programs are rolling out, though the economics are questionable. (K) 9️⃣ Residential battery system consolidation? Not quite yet; it’s still a mixed bag. (BB) 🔟 Game over for fossil fuels? A big swing and a miss—fossil fuels are still going strong. (K) I’m batting .667 on these predictions—what do you think of these trends? #SolarPredictions #EnergyTrends #REPlus2024 https://lnkd.in/g8Zpmz8t

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    Affordable electricity is on a collision course with California’s greedy monopoly utilities. Ever wonder why? Then meet the brains behind California’s leading solar policies — Bernadette Del Chiaro. Don’t miss this Energy Show episode at www.energyshow.biz as Bernadette explains the high-priced monopoly trap that we are in when it comes to electricity, as well as a much better path for all of California’s electricity customers. https://lnkd.in/ghGfK338 #TheEnergyShow #CleanEnergy #RenewableEnergy #EnergyPodcast #CinnamonEnergySystems

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