Best Solar Thermal Podcasts (2025)

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Michael Shonka Solar Thermal and Solar in the 80s 1:04:15

15d ago1:04:15

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, solar expert Michael Shonka is featured as the special guest. Broadcasting from Nebraska, Shonka shares his extensive experience in the solar industry, dating back to 1983. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the historical evolution of solar thermal systems, th…

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PV Made in America! Bila Solar with Mick McDaniel 1:01:40

19h ago1:01:40

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In this episode, we’re joined by Mick McDaniel the Vice President and General Manager of Bila Solar to explore the operations at the Bila Solar Factory in Indianapolis. Mick provides an in-depth look into how the factory produces lightweight, flexible solar modules using domestic materials and traditional framed PV modules. He also discusses Bila S…

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How a Solar Certification Boosted Jacob Benzaquen’s Career 48:39

4d ago48:39

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, special guest Jacob Benzaquen shares his journey in the solar industry, highlighting how obtaining a NABCEP PV Design Specialist (PVDS) certification has significantly enhanced his career from kilowatts to megawatts. Sean and Jacob engage in a lively discussion covering Jacob's trans…

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Smart Heat, Smart Savings: An Expert Consumer Meets Havenwise 56:02

5d ago56:02

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Send us a text In this episode, Nathan invites Mick Wall, his 'expert consumer,' back to have a discussion with the lads from Havenwise, a company dedicated to helping with quality heat pump installations. Havenwise runs an API which optimizes the weather curves on the heat pump, as well as looking at time-of-use tariffs. You can choose to use vari…

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Billionaire Emmitt Muckles NABCEP Board Member 1:31:26

8d ago1:31:26

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean speaks with Emmitt Muckles, a NABCEP Board Member, consumer advocate and host of the Billionaire Lifestyle Podcast. They discuss their unique history, the importance of consumer education in the solar industry, and efforts to combat scams and misinformation. Emmitt shares insigh…

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Intergas Stainless Steel Cylinders - A Heat Pump Game Changer? 1:10:28

10d ago1:10:28

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Send us a text Join host Nathan Gambling as he journeys to Intergas HQ alongside legendary heat pump engineer Steve Webster to get the inside scoop on their high-quality stainless steel hot water cylinders, specifically designed for heat pump systems. Steve shares his firsthand experience testing these cylinders on recent installations, highlightin…

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Solar Training for Returning Citizens featuring Saint Richard Walker of Bridging the Gap of Virginia 45:48

11d ago45:48

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Richard Walker, a returning citizen (formerly incarcerated) became a motivational speaker in prisons after he was released. He has helped people get their rights back after being released, including the right to vote and the right to run for office. Richard operates a non-profit organization Bridging the Gap of Virginia www.btgva.org that helps peo…

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RAG vs. Hallucinations: The Truth About AI in the Trades 50:34

15d ago50:34

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Send us a text Episode Description: Host Nathan dives into the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and its potential impact on the plumbing and heating industry. Joining him are Barrie and Amrit from Lorefuly, experts in leveraging technology for the trades. Key Discussion Points: The Hallucination Hazard: The trio discusses the cruci…

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Maximizing Efficiency with the Power of AeroSeal with Jarrod Scott 51:44

18d ago51:44

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Jared Scott discusses AeroSeal’s cutting-edge duct and building sealing technology, highlighting its role in improving energy efficiency, reducing air changes per hour (ACH), and enhancing indoor air quality. He explores the benefits for both new and existing buildings, as well as how AeroSeal’s innovations help solar companies improve customer ret…

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SNEC, World’s Largest Solar Event with Jenny Tong and Qun Wang 44:13

18d ago44:13

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean speaks with Qun Wang and Jenny Tong from SNEC about the upcoming SNEC conference in Shanghai, scheduled for June 11-13, 2025. They discuss the sheer scale of the event, which is expected to attract up to 700,000 attendees, making it the world's largest solar storage and renewabl…

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InterSolar Industry Podcaster Roundup with Nico Johnson, Sean White, SolarSean Chris Crowell and Joe Ordia (Reposted courtesy SunCast) 34:40

22d ago34:40

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Industry podcasters and a print media representative shared insights on the evolving energy landscape. They discussed innovative technologies like module-level storage and lightweight solar, the current uncertain industry sentiment, and emerging opportunities in battery storage and solar servicing amidst economic shifts. Topics covered: New solar a…

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Beyond Three Days: Rethinking Heat Pump Installation Training 49:36

22d ago49:36

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Send us a text Nathan speaks with Leah Robson, owner of a small SME (Your Energy Your Way) installing heat pumps, batteries, and solar, about her recent appearance at Westminster. Leah gave evidence to the "Workforce Planning to Deliver Clean, Secure Energy" Committee, invited through Ellora Coupe of "Her Retrofit Space." The discussion centres on …

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Solar DIY and Training Insights with Alex Rodriguez of Signature Solar 46:59

25d ago46:59

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean welcomes Alex Rodriguez, the Senior Manager of Learning and Development at Signature Solar. Together, they dive into a light-hearted and insightful conversation about the evolving field of solar energy, DIY solar projects, and the innovative products offered by Signature Solar. …

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Suncasting on the InterSolar Stage: Nico Johnson of Suncast interviews Sean White and discusses NABCEP, and the new Administration 18:46

29d ago18:46

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Nico Johnson interviews Sean on the stage at InterSolar North America in San Diego. This podcast is reposted courtesy of Suncast. Sean White and Nico Johnson discuss the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) and its significance in the solar industry. They emphasize how NABCEP certification enhances resilience, career valu…

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Solar Saint Ward Bower gets interviewed by Bill Brooks and Sean White at the NABCEP Conference (released on Hermann Scheer’s Birthday) 15:55

30d ago15:55

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Ward Bower pretty much invented the modern solar industry and the grid-tied inverter. Bill Brooks, who everyone knows is another one of the greatest solar minds of all time gives Sean a hand interviewing their friend Ward Bower. Ward has had a Forrest Gump type of experience in the solar industry, being there when everything happened. He saw the fo…

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Energy Saging with Erik Holvik of EnergySage 51:47

1M ago51:47

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In this episode, we dive into ethical solar sales, industry trends, and consumer-first practices with Erik from EnergySage and Sean White. They explore how EnergySage connects customers with vetted installers—cutting out aggressive sales tactics—and discuss the platform’s mission to bring transparency to the solar market. The conversation also cove…

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Are Industry Associations Still Relevant? A Deep Dive with the Heat Pump Association 1:32:10

1M ago1:32:10

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Send us a text In this insightful episode, host Nathan sits down with two key figures from the Heat Pump Association (HPA) – CEO Charlotte Lea and Chair Craig Dolan – to explore the role the HPA plays in the evolving UK heating landscape. They delve into the value the association brings to the industry, particularly as the nation transitions toward…

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Today is Earth Day, with Aidan Charron of EarthDay.org 52:15

1M ago52:15

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Earth Day officially started on April 22 1970 and is officially recognized as April 22, but there are usually celebrations on different days of the week, such as SF Climate Week, which is this week! In this episode, we talk about important topics related to climate change and renewable energy. We explore the role of renewable sources like solar and…

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High School Senior Interviews Sean! 34:11

1M ago34:11

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The tables have turned! Sean is getting interviewed by a High School Senior who had an assignment to interview someone, and the High Schooler was directed to Sean! Additionally, they went to the same High School, Northgate in Walnut Creek CA. Go Bronchos! They discuss how Sean got started in renewable energy, the importance of renewable energy, the…

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Thoughts on Heat Pump Systems from Experienced Engineer Dan Large 1:23:34

1M ago1:23:34

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Send us a text Nathan chats with Dan Large a Director at Solaris Energy. Dan has been involved with the design, installation and maintenance of heat pump heating systems for a good number of years. The important topic of water quality comes up and Solaris Energy use VDI 2035 methods rather than a chemical inhibitor approach. Dan is on the installer…

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Will White of Fluke/Solmetric at InterSolar San Diego! 43:55

2M ago43:55

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Join Sean White and Will White as they dive into the latest in solar testing tools and equipment. Learn about the innovative devices from Fluke, their applications, and how advanced tools are revolutionizing the solar industry. Topics covered: Fluke www.fluke.com Measuring Tools IV Curve Solmetric www.solmetric.com Zep Solar SnapNrack www.snapnrack…

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A Personal Heat Pump Journey and the Power of Mentorship 1:06:33

2M ago1:06:33

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Send us a text Welcome back to BetaTalk, the podcast dedicated to exploring the exciting world of renewable heating! In this episode, host Nathan is joined by two fantastic guests: Barry Sharp from Renewable Heat and a familiar voice to BetaTalk listeners, and Scott Sanford who has recently embarked on his own renewable heating journey. Our convers…

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InterSolar Podcast Stage: Ben Whillock of Signature Solar with Bill Brooks and Sean White talk solar mini splits and other cool stuff! 31:11

2M ago31:11

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Ben explains how Signature solar has a program to educate employees and give them raises based on passing NABCEP exams. They also have fun talking about the different cool products out there, such as a mini split that you can plug a string of Solar PV into, that will even work when the grid goes down. Topics Covered: Signature Solar www.signatureso…

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Weather Compensation: The Missing Link in Efficient Heating? (feat. Ken Bone from Ultimate Renewables Supplies) 1:14:31

2M ago1:14:31

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Send us a text Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I'm joined by a good friend and expert in the renewable energy sector, Ken Bone from Ultimate Renewables Supplies. Ken and I dive deep into a topic that's crucial for efficient heating and the future of low-carbon homes: weather compensated heating systems. One of the key points we explore i…

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Solar Installing robots are here! Meet RoboForce 21:42

2M ago21:42

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If you are a solar installer, it may be a good time to upgrade your usefulness with a NABCEP certification, before the robots come for your job!This episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast features a live discussion at the Intersolar in North America San Diego. Sean interviews the team behind RoboForce, a cutting-edge robotic solut…

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Double Standards in Water Treatment: A UK vs. Europe Story 1:00:53

2M ago1:00:53

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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the contrasting approaches to water treatment in European domestic heating systems for corrosion prevention. While the UK predominantly champions chemical inhibitor solutions under the EN BS 7593 standard, many European nations embrace a wider range of methods. Surprisingly, some UK chemical…

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NABCEP Conference in Reno! With Reno Solar CEO Eric Haskell 1:09:40

2M ago1:09:40

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Reno local Eric Haskell, the founder and CEO of Sagebrush Energy, let’s us in on the Reno solar industry and what to do besides hanging out with the brains of the solar industry at the big NABCEP conference in Reno. They cover everything from the booming clean tech scene and solar power in Reno to wild horses and must-visit spots around the city, i…

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Thermal Lens: Understanding Uncertainties in Land Surface Temperature (LST) 40:21

2M ago40:21

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This episode of "Thermal Lens" features Dr. Claire Bulgin, a Senior Research Scientist in Earth Observation at the University of Reading. Claire takes us into the often-overlooked world of uncertainties in land surface temperature (LST) measurements and elaborates on the differences between error and uncertainty, the roles of accuracy, precision, a…

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NABCEP and Job Security featuring Shawn O’Brien President and CEO of NABCEP 45:22

2M ago45:22

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Shawn O’Brien is probably well known by most of our audience, since we talk more about technical PV and storage topics, than any podcast I know of. If you have even been to a solar conference in the USA, you probably have been in the presence of Shawn and Sean, perhaps both at the same time! We are leading up to the NABCEP conference in Reno next w…

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Can a Boat Race Champion Revolutionise Home Heating? Find Out! 1:30:03

2M ago1:30:03

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Send us a text Ever wondered what connects the discipline of a three-time Oxford-Cambridge boat race rower with the intricacies of sustainable architecture and the practicalities of installing heat pumps? This week, Nathan Gambling sits down with Henry Pelly, an extraordinary individual who seamlessly blends these worlds. Our guest is a Principal S…

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InterSolar Podcasting: Energy Storage Solutions with Vince Ambrose CCO of Franklin WH 26:08

2M ago26:08

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Vince Ambrose, CCO of Franklin Whole Home, explores advanced energy storage solutions, including AC/DC coupling, grid-forming capabilities, and VPP integration. He gets into battery chemistries, installation processes, and the advantages of Franklin's products for homeowners and installers. Topics covered: Overview of Franklin Whole Home Comparison…

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InterSolar Podcasting: Perovskite Solar Cell Tech with Charlie Hasselbrink CTO of Caelux's 39:37

3M ago39:37

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Perovskite is a type of thin film PV that can be layered on top of silicon cells to get more power! Caelux makes perovskite on glass that can be used as the glass of a traditional PV module. Charlie gets into how perovskite is made and how it works, all the way to the band gap. Topics covered: What is a Perovskite How Perovskite Crystals Form Trans…

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Heat Pump Strategies: Insights from the UK for US Homeowners 1:02:07

3M ago1:02:07

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Send us a text Ever wondered how heat pump systems differ between the UK and the US? In this episode, Nathan chats with Shreyas Sudhakar, a leading heat pump installer and educator from California, to explore the contrasting approaches. Nathan, who has fond memories of his time in America, and his apprenticeship on a US airbase in the UK, emphasise…

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THE UK's LEGENDARY HEAT PUMP INSTALLER 1:00:45

3M ago1:00:45

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Send us a text Damon Blackmore is a massive favourite among other competent heat pump installation engineers. He uses social media to help other heating engineers become interested in heat pump systems and has some of the highest performing heat pumps in the country. Unfortunately, the voices of good engineers are being drowned out by the comms pie…

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Yotta 1kWh ESS Battery Ballast with Jordan Harris CEO 18:09

3M ago18:09

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In this episode, Sean White interviews Jordan Harris, CEO of Yotta Energy, at the Inter Solar conference in San Diego. They discuss Yotta Energy's innovative energy storage systems, their thermal management, UL certification process, and the benefits of integrating storage seamlessly with solar installations. Listen in for insights into future-proo…

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Saving the White Seahorse 23:13

3M ago23:13

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Our Ultramarine series continues with Patrick Noble from Sea Life Australia and the Sydney Aquarium. Patrick discusses his involvement with saving the white seahorse, also known as the Sydney seahorse.By Cosmos Magazine

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Saad - cast! Saad Youssefi CEO Batteryze 53:05

3M ago53:05

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Saad Youssefi is the co-author of Energy Storage Basics, with Sean In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean interviews Saad Youssefi, the CEO of Batteryze. They talk about Batteryze technology, working with US labs, USAID, and solar and storage in Africa. They discuss Saad's journey in the renewable energy sector, his …

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Problems with OFGEM - A conversation with Adam Bell 22:52

3M ago22:52

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Send us a text Nathan chats to Adam Bell, Director of Policy at Stonehaven about: Ofgem and the recent findings from Citizens Advice The CfD (Contracts for Difference) consultation the report from the National Infrastructure Commission's - Electricity Distribution Networks: Creating capacity for the future Pylons MCS You can find Adam on Linkedin a…

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How to keep Sydney Harbour clean 38:46

3M ago38:46

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In this Ultramarine podcast, we dive into the crucial issue of ocean pollution and explore real-world solutions. Let’s Science It Out hosts David Boldeman and Steven Boldeman are joined by Tom Batrouney and Ashley Hayes, two passionate advocates for marine conservation. In this episode, we uncover: 🔹 The impact of plastic waste and microplastics on…

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Lead-acid (mostly) podcast with Gerrit Barnard of Trojan and C&D 48:10

3M ago48:10

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Take a trip to the summer of 2025, since Gerrit Barnard is in Cape Town South Africa (Where it is now summertime). He is the Director of Sales for EMEA (Europe Middle East Africa) for C&D Technologies / Trojan Battery Company. Trojan is well known by people in the solar and storage industry for a long time and many old-timers used Trojan L16 batter…

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Visit A Heat Pump - The Successful Nesta project 41:19

4M ago41:19

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Send us a text Heat pump owners around the UK have joined the Nesta scheme whereby they allow visitors to come visit them and ask questions about their heating system. Nathan chats to Codrina Cretu and Andy Marsden about the benefits of this free scheme to people thinking of having a heat pump as well as the benefits to installation engineers who c…

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Sustainable Solar Innovations with Paul Frischer: The Future of Organic Printed Semiconductors 1:01:00

4M ago1:01:00

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In this episode, Sean White welcomes Paul Frischer, the president and head of technology at GO-OPV, for a thought-provoking discussion on the revolutionary technology of organic printed semiconductors. Paul delves into the origins, operation, and potential applications of this groundbreaking technology that promises zero-emission power generation f…

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How smart, connected and flexible heat pumps can deliver lower fuel bills and higher customer satisfaction 56:14

4M ago56:14

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Send us a text Episode 3 of the Heat Pump Ready programme. Nathan chats to Ian Rose arPassiv UK, Casey Cole at Guru, and Mark Lufkin at Wondrwall Support the show Learn more about heat pump heating by following Nathan on Linkedin, Twitter and BlueSkyBy Nathan Gambling BetaTeach

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Sol-Ark Innovations with John-Ross Cromer 1:09:14

4M ago1:09:14

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean sits down with John-Ross Cromer, head of training at Sol-Ark, to dive deep into the world of solar inverters and battery storage solutions. They discuss the evolution of hybrid inverters, the significance of UL 9540 revisions, and the impact of the 2023 NEC on solar installation…

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Did the Government funded Heat Pump Trial Fail? 59:46

4M ago59:46

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Send us a text Nathan talks with Katrina from Energy Systems Catapult and Trysten Lee from Open Energy Monitor about a key question surrounding the Electrification of Heat (EoH) trial: why did the heat pumps perform so poorly? The trial, involving aprox. 740 heat pumps, showed an average Seasonal Performance Factor (SPF) of just 2.81 for air source…

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Solar in Panama with Juan Andrés Navarro of NSolar 47:03

4M ago47:03

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean sits down with Juan Andrés Navarro, the CEO of N Solar, in sunny Panama City. Together, they discuss the growth of the solar industry in Panama, the impact of renewable energy policies, and the technical intricacies of solar installations and energy storage systems. They also to…

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Is MVHR any good? 58:23

4M ago58:23

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Send us a text Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery systems are discussed with Nathan's guests Duncan and Barry Sharp. Regular listeners will know Barry from previous episodes of BetaTalk and is one of Nathan's favourite heat pump engineers based in Scotland. Duncan is Barry's dad and has been specialising in MVHR systems since around 2010. The dis…

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NABCEP Energy Storage Installation Professional Lesson 29:13

4M ago29:13

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NABCEP Energy Storage Installation Professional Lesson This podcast is an assignment from Sean’s 40-hour NABCEP Advanced Energy Storage Certification Training class on HeatSpring! It is recommended by anyone in the industry to get a NABCEP certification for job security and to grow! If you are not already in the industry, you can also learn a few t…

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Tim Montague of the Clean Power Hour Podcast 37:22

5M ago37:22

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Sean has been on Tim’s podcast a number of times and it was time for Tim to be on Sean’s podcast! Both Tim and Sean have classes on HeatSpring and see each other at all of the big and many smaller solar conferences in the US. In this podcast they talk about various topics including: Topics covered: History of Clean Power Hour Solar Works For Illino…

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PV Recycling with Livia Keene and Joanne Brasch of California Product Stewardship Council 44:33

5M ago44:33

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In this interview we talk about reusing and recycling solar PV modules (panels) and other products. Topics Covered: Net-metering Policy Solar Map = map to find recyclers or reuse partners RE-X = Reusing, repairing, refurbishing, remanufacturing, or repurposing NorCal Solar Arco Solar Modules 1954 Bell Labs PV Module SNEC Crystalline Silicon Cadmium…

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