Tim Montague

Solar Coaster in Hawaii with Josh Porter and Jason Verkaart | EP186

Hawaii is a living laboratory for the future of solar, storage, EVs, and grid innovation. Today on The Clean Power Hour, hosts Josh Porter and Jason Verkaart of the SolarCoaster podcast join Tim Montague and share their in-depth knowledge of Hawaii’s clean energy landscape. Josh and Jason explain how Hawaii’s high electricity rates, plentiful solar…

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The Role of the Illinois Solar Energy Association in Growing the State’s Clean Energy Industry with Lisa Albrecht | EP185

Just a decade ago, solar installation costs were a whopping $15 per watt. Today, prices have plunged below $3 per watt, thanks to the cost adoption curve. Illinois is now a top 10 solar state. But the meteoric growth didn’t happen by chance. Behind the scenes, the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA) has been working…

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Clean Power Hour LIVE January 4, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim Montague

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…

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Clean Power Hour LIVE January 4, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim Montague

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…

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Connecting Veterans to Clean Energy Careers with Jana Toner, ACP | EP184

Happy 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…

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Getting Involved with ISEA with Brian Haug | EP183

The 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…

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Innovation in Rooftop Solar Racking with Costa Nicolaou, CEO PanelClaw | EP182

Please take our listener survey. The global rooftop solar PV market was valued at 101 billion USD in 2022 and is expected to hit 435 billion by 2032 (a CAGR of 16% from 2023 to 2032). At the heart of this growth is a company called PanelClaw, the number one flat roof racking maker in…

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Clean Power Hour LIVE | December 14, 2023 | Speeding the Energy Transition

Please 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…

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Illinois Solar Energy Association with Kevin Borgia | EP181

Please take our listener survey. The Illinois solar industry is booming thanks to forward-thinking policies like the Future Energy Jobs Act and the recent Climate & Equitable Jobs Act. Solar companies looking to tap into this growth market must engage locally to capitalize on opportunities fully. That’s why joining the Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA)…

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Roofing and Solar – What Facility Owners and General Contractors Need to Know | EP180

Please take our listener survey. Installing solar PV on commercial buildings can significantly reduce electricity costs but it requires careful coordination with roof repairs and replacements. Today on the Clean Power Hour, experts from the solar and roofing industries advise facility owners and contractors on best practices for integrated solar roof projects. The speakers include…

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