SunCast
751 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 161 ratingsNico Johnson takes you into conversations with those at the forefront of Renewable Energy.
SunCast gives an inside look into what is happening in renewable energy. From conversations with the biggest Solar Panel manufacturers in the world to the small startups creating the future of renewable energy, such as carbon capture and battery technology breakthroughs.
SunCast is dedicated to providing the knowledge, research, tools and expert guidance you need to understand, grow and be ahead of the curve in the fastest-growing markets in the world.
Featuring over 600 conversations, Nico has interviewed people from Tesla, SolarCity, Trina Solar, Meyer Burger, Conergy, SunEdison, Energy Vault and even the US Government... to name a few. Covering topics such as Solar Power, Wind Energy, Batteries, Electric Vehicles, Carbon Capture, Finance, Hydrogen, and more.
You can watch SunCast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SunCastMedia
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138 - Aruba - Caribbean’s First 100% Renewable Commitment
January 24, 2019 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBWelcome to Episode 138, Solar Warrior! In October 2009, Mike Eman was sworn in as Prime Minister of the small island state of Aruba, a dutch territory in the Caribbean, and over the course of 8 years established a leadership position in championing renewables. Aruba became the first Caribbean island to declare a 100% renewable target, way back in 2012, long before the recent fanfare we’ve covered here on the US cities also taking up that banner. He partnered with Sir Richard Branson & Jigar...
137 - Andrew Beebe, Obvious Ventures
January 17, 2019 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.3 MBWelcome to Episode 137 of SunCast! In ’02, Andrew Beebe took a much-needed sabbatical from tech after selling his startup Big Step, in order to find new direction. Ignoring advice from solar legend Dick Swanson, he scaled a solar EPC business long before being an EPC subcontractor was a popular model, and was still able to sell his solar company to then-market-leader, Suntech, going on to run Global Sales for that company. You can find Andrew's story and more great founder stories a...
136 - SunShare, US Pioneer in Community Solar
January 10, 2019 18:44 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBWelcome to Episode 136 of SunCast! We’re kicking the new year off with an entrepreneur out of Colorado who has been instrumental in pioneering the category of solar we today call Community Solar, you may have also heard the alternate phrase "Solar Gardens". Unfamiliar w/that term? Well today you’ll learn not only what it is, but why David decided to spend the better part of his 20’s capturing a huge share of this booming segment his company coined as the 4th vertical. You may also recall ...
135 - Year In Review (2018)
January 08, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBWelcome to Episode 135 of SunCast! Do you prefer New Year’s Resolutions, or Goals? At SunCast, we are resolved to continue bringing you, solar warriors, quality content that will improve your lives and businesses. In this episode, host Nico Johnson looks back at some key moments from the podcast throughout 2018. Tune in for highlights from the wide array of fascinating guests and topics covered this year, and a preview of the first two episodes that kickoff 2019! For resources from today...
134 - Jigar Shah Anniversary Episode
December 27, 2018 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWelcome to Episode 134 of SunCast! It was almost exactly a year ago that I had the honor and privilege of having the eponymous Jigar Shah on SunCast. To celebrate the anniversary of this episode, and the fact that it’s currently the most downloaded episode of the year, I’m re-publishing it so the numerous new listeners to SunCast this year get a chance to hear it. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast...
133 - Christmas Gift - Podcast Roundup
December 26, 2018 07:22 - 10 minutes - 7.39 MBMerry Christmas Solar Warriors! Since today is about giving more than receiving, I wanted to give you a gift. I don’t have another interview, rather I’d like to share with you some of my favorite podcasts of the year, and in so doing, also shout out to some of the fellow podcasters I believe are bringing incredible value to the world. Head to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes/133 for the links to the podcasts mentioned. Hear the remaining 15 recommendations and join the tribe? Check o...
132: Solar Inventions - Breakthroughs in Solar Science with Dr Ben Damiani
December 20, 2018 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBWelcome to Episode 132 of SunCast! Ben Damiani is the co-founder of Solar Inventions, and his research has already dramatically improved solar cell manufacturing, but there’s more to come. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/132) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can become an Energy Tribe member and support the g...
131: Anastasios Hionis, Planning a Solar Project
December 13, 2018 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBWelcome to Episode 131 of SunCast! Anastasios Hionis, may refer to him simply as Stas, is the founder and CEO of PV Amps. He has the rare quality of being a visionary leader AND A technical get-it-done kind of guy…and the even more rare combo of both electrical and mechanical engineering professional licenses. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/...
130: TT: 100% Renewables Targets, Christian Roselund - PV Magazine
December 11, 2018 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWelcome to Episode 130 of SunCast! This week Christian Roselund, Americas Editor at PV Magazine is back to continue our discussion on 100% renewable targets. Last week there were a flurry of targets being announced by Cities, Utilities, Co-ops, it seems many people are getting on the bandwagon, but is it feasible, and if so, what will it take? Christian is particularly passionate about this topic, and we hope you are too For resources from today's episode and more information on how you ...
129: Casey Collins, Duke University Energy Manager
December 06, 2018 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBWelcome to Episode 129, Solar Warrior! Casey Collins has a unique perspective & insight into the Solar Industry as he works with the 5th largest energy buyer in the state of NC, Duke University. North Carolina is perennially among the largest solar states & recently announced the 2019 Renewable Energy and Net Metering Rules. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL...
128: KWH Coin Founder on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency & Solar
November 29, 2018 16:07 - 1 hour - 55 MBWelcome to Episode 128 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Girard Newkirk is an entrepreneur on a mission to bring critical civic infrastructure to millions of homes in developing countries, starting with Africa. He has raised over $1.3 Million for his Crytpocurrency kWh Coin in an ICO earlier this year, and has big plans for his network of tokenized clean energy assets. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-...
127: Sam Vanderhoof: Solar Cowboyz, PV Recycling, 40 yrs in Solar
November 22, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBWelcome to Episode 127 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Sam runs the consultancy Solar Cowboyz, and I thought it fitting to air his episode on Thanksgiving b/c he’s a person we all should be thankful for. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/127) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can become an Energy Tribe member and su...
126: Adam Hall, Million Solar Stars
November 20, 2018 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWelcome to Episode 126 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! I have a lot of respect for folks that work for non-profit organizations. I think it is one of the hardest areas of work, and doesn’t get enough recognition. Adam Hall and I talk about how & why he chose to go the nonprofit route for his contribution to the global energy transitions. I highlight it as a reminder that there are lots of ways we can contribute, and I like to see this kind of out of the box thinking. For resources from toda...
125: Bill Nussey is Freeing Energy, Moving from the Cloud to the Grid
November 15, 2018 16:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBWelcome to Episode 125 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Bill Nussey is a tinkerer & creator, and founded his first company in High School. He’s spent most of his career as a tech CEO, and has some incredible stories from his time at Greylock and as VP of Corp Strategy at IBM. But his storytelling also extends to writing, and his newest project, Freeing Energy, is one of the best new blogs I’ve had the pleasure to dive into. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can...
124: Nano Leasing Solar for Africa - Abe Cambridge
November 08, 2018 19:36 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBWelcome to Episode 124 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Abraham Cambridge is a British born solar entrepreneur who establishes businesses and projects around the world that use solar energy as a means for bringing about major socio-economic shifts. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/124) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how Y...
123: Richard Branson Bought His Company - Bruce Levy of BMR Energy
November 01, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBWelcome to Episode 123 of SunCast, Solar Warriors! Today's entrepreneur journey leads us down the path of a seasoned energy industry exec who finally ventured out on his own, and after a couple years developing their portfolio, he successfully sold the company to none other than Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group! For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...
122: TT: Empower female leaders in Renewables with Patricia Tatto
October 30, 2018 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWelcome to another episode of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Today's guest is just like you, incapable of sitting by when she sees a need, and she's a self-starter. When my Friend and long-time SunCast listener Patrica Tatto told me she was going to organize all the women in the Mexico renewables industry, I knew it would grow to be something important. Today we're going to have a look at how that spark of initiative has grown into a beacon of light for women all across Latin America. For resourc...
121: Women In Cleantech & Sustainability Founder, Lisa Ann Pinkerton
October 25, 2018 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWelcome to another episode of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Lisa Ann and I became friends at SPI 2017, and it was a joy to finally get a full interview w/her to discuss how she transitioned from a radio career to a cleantech marketing maven. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/121) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can ...
120: Andy Klump on China, Trina, Quality and Personal Growth
October 18, 2018 19:14 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBWelcome to Episode 120 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Andy Klump is one of the most connected and charismatic figures I have met in solar; not only does he know and work with major industry players, but he's been part of helping the industry mature, and as an American in China, has a unique perspective to share. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/120)...
TT: Drones and Computer Vision, Lance Li of Aerospec
October 16, 2018 18:13 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWelcome to Episode 119 of SunCast! I've been noticing there's an increasing hum drum about drones and their role in asset management and on-site data acquisition pre and post-installation, so thought I'd bring on an expert in the subject to better understand it. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/118) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in w...
118: Founder of Canadian Solar (CSIQ), Shawn Qu
October 11, 2018 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBWelcome to Episode 118 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! This interview with Dr. Qu won't let you down. Dr. Shawn (Xiaohua) Qu has served as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer since founding Canadian Solar in October 2001 and taking it public on Nasdaq (CSIQ) only 5 yrs later! For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/118) Join the Tribe? Che...
Leaving Tesla For VC With Adam James (+Happy Birthday, SunCast!)
October 04, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBWelcome to Episode 117 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Adam James was the first guest on SunCast and returns to celebrate the 3rd Anniversary and talk about his new role at Energy Impact Partners. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/117) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can become an Energy Tribe member and support th...
116: Creating Industry Leading Events, Nadim Chaudry
October 02, 2018 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBWelcome to Episode 116 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Nadim Chaudry is a world traveler, a voracious reader, and a market maven the likes of few I've met. His founder story is an intriguing one, but so is his backstory, and it's all here. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/115) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can be...
115: #ThisIsWhy, SPI Live Exclusive
September 28, 2018 21:36 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBWelcome to Episode 115 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! On Monday I had the awesome opportunity to meet Dan Whitten, VP of Communications for SEIA, and he invited me to record the opening remarks by SEIA's President Abby Hopper as she kicked off the 2018 Solar Power International and Energy Storage Int'l conference and North America Smart Energy Week. I was honored and grateful for the gracious offer, and so today I'm sharing part of that opening session with you here. If you're a me...
114: SPI 2018 is Here!
September 25, 2018 15:25 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBWelcome to Episode 114 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! On this episode, Christian Roselund from PV Magazine and I discuss the reality of 100% renewables on the grid, and he gives an overview of the PV Magazine roundtables happening this week at Solar Power International 2018. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/114) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode...
113: Puerto Rico 1 Yr Anniversary of Hurricane Maria
September 20, 2018 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWelcome to Episode 113 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Today, September 20th is the anniversary of Hurricane Maria's landfall on the US Territory of Puerto Rico. To commemorate it, we are looking at the response to the subsequent and drastic loss of electricity on the island. Millions were left without power, and many continue to this day waiting for PREPA the local power authority to turn the lights back on. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Sunca...
112: SPI 2018 Know Before You Go
September 18, 2018 15:33 - 43 minutes - 29.5 MBWelcome to Episode 112 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! SPI is back in California, and back at the Anaheim Convention Center. Listen in to gain pro tips and insight to optimize your time and impact at the USA's largest solar trade show. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/112) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can becom...
111: Gridvolution, Tom Tansy of SunSpec Alliance
September 13, 2018 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBWelcome to Episode 111 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Tom Tansy is Chairman of the SunSpec Alliance where he leads the distributed energy industry's efforts to establish data and communication standards that enable seamless integration of solar PV and storage into the Smart Grid. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/111) Join the Tribe? Check out ...
110 - Jenya Meydbray (Pt 2) Funding & Selling a Solar Startup
September 11, 2018 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBWelcome to Episode 110 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Today we're wrapping up our interview with Jenya Meydbray. You'll hear Jenya speak about how he was able to create a successful exit from his company, PV Evolution Labs. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/109) Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can become an Energy...
109 PV Evolution Labs & the Amazing Founder Story of Jenya Meydbray
September 06, 2018 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBWelcome to Episode 109 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Jenya is a visionary who took the risk of opening a startup company during an economic crisis and succeeded. I'm grateful to Jenya for this his first ever podcast appearance! His depth of experience, candor and generosity will blow you away. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ...episodes/109) Join the Trib...
108 TT Procuring Solar Tips From a Pro - Michael Foster, Origis Energy
September 04, 2018 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBWelcome to Episode 108 of SunCast. If you listened to last weeks episode with Josh Teigiser, then you will recognize today's guest. Michael Foster plays a critical role in the success of his company's development team and project execution. Michael understands the procurement process better than most and that's what we'll be digging into on this episode. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-e...
107: Community First - The First Storage-Coupled Community Solar Project in MA
August 31, 2018 16:22 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBWelcome to Episode 107 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Today's conversation is a first for SunCast! We're going to be looking at a first of its kind solar+storage project deployed earlier this year by the city of Sterling Massachusetts, through the eyes of the developer of the project, Origis Energy, and the city manager responsible for making the energy purchasing decision. It was a bold and audacious stretch for me to do this episode, and it took more than 2 months to pull together. SO muc...
106 Founding SolarEdge, with Lior Handelsman
August 23, 2018 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBWelcome to Episode 106 of SunCast, Solar Warrior! Speaking of Warriors, today's guest, Lior Handelsman, is not only an officer of a publicly traded company, but spent a lot of time in the Israeli army - so did the rest of the SolarEdge founding team. Today you'll hear their process for coming up with the idea for SolarEdge, as well as how their military background is infused into the culture of one of the top solar product companies in the world. For resources from today's episode and ...
105 TT Marketing in 3 Easy Steps with Mike Wolpert
August 21, 2018 18:08 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWelcome to Episode 105 of SunCast! After powering his home with solar several years ago and becoming a renewables evangelist, Mike saw a big hole in local solar marketing and realized there was a huge opportunity for solar installers to become trusted, local experts so they could develop their own, exclusive leads - in all the right neighborhoods. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to th...
104 Start With Why, Then Amplify, with Glenna Wiseman
August 16, 2018 17:27 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBWelcome to Episode 104 of SunCast! Today, my guest is marketing maven Glenna Wiseman of Identity3, where she delivers vibrant marketing and has fueled growth in start-ups to divisions of Fortune 500 organizations. Glenna believes in the power of story and the rising tide of the long tail of local solar installers. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over to www.mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes to the blog. (the direct URL is ......
103 Danny Kennedy on CalCEF, zebras and cleantech investing
August 09, 2018 13:45 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBWelcome to Episode 103 of SunCast! Today, we are hanging out with well-known and influential solar icon, Danny Kennedy, cofounder of Sungevity and now Managing Director of the California Clean Energy Fund where he is catalyzing cleantech investment and entrepreneurship globally. Danny believes in building a new global economy where clean energy is affordable and accessible to everyone. For resources from today's episode and more information on how you can support Suncast, head over t...
102 TT - How-to scale early-stage solar development pipeline, w/Mike Dellagala
August 07, 2018 17:30 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBWelcome to Episode 102 of SunCast! Today is Tactical Tuesday, a short-form conversation with subject-matter experts designed to give you practical tools, tips, and advice for building your solar business or career. If you're curious about how to scale up your solar project development activity without breaking the bank, today's episode is for you. Mike Dellagala has invested over $200M in DG (Distributed Generation) solar projects and knows more than a few tips & tricks to getti...
101 - Negotiation 101 with Chris Voss
August 02, 2018 20:26 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWelcome to Episode 101 of SunCast! Today, it's all about Negotiation with Best selling author Chris Voss. Chris Voss is CEO of the Black Swan Group and author of the national best-seller "Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It," which was named one of the seven best books on negotiation. And It's my TOP recommendation for any leader or organization. Chris retired from the FBI after 24 years leading international kidnapping negotiations. He now leverages...
100 Episodes! Wow - Nico is interviewed by Scott Sullivan
July 26, 2018 15:50 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBWelcome to this milestone episode of SunCast, Episode 100! Wow, thank you! SunCast doesn't exist with amazing and dedicated listeners. You've helped make this all possible - thank you. THIS episode, Nico gets the microphoned turned on him by good friend and fellow podcaster, Scott Sullivan. Tune-in to learn more about the creator, host and voice of SunCast - Nico Johnson! Join the Tribe? Check out Episode 86, in which I explain how YOU can become an Energy Tribe member and support the gr...
099 Webinar Selling 101 with Paul Grana of Helioscope
July 24, 2018 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBWelcome to Episode 99 of SunCast! Today I'm bringing back one of my favorite SunCast past guests, Mr. Paul Grana of Folsom Labs as we help you discover the value of using Webinars in your sales and marketing process. Stay tuned to learn The math behind Helioscope's no-salesperson organization The Myth of 1:1 sales effectiveness, and how a group setting works better The two types of webinars Paul uses and where they fit in the sales cycle The nuances of how Paul structures the...
099 Webinar Selling 101 with Paul Grana of Helioscope
July 24, 2018 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBWelcome to Episode 99 of SunCast! Today I'm bringing back one of my favorite SunCast past guests, Mr. Paul Grana of Folsom Labs as we help you discover the value of using Webinars in your sales and marketing process. Stay tuned to learn The math behind Helioscope's no-salesperson organization The Myth of 1:1 sales effectiveness, and how a group setting works better The two types of webinars Paul uses and where they fit in the sales cycle The nuances of how Paul structures the webi...
098 Branding Your Energy Business with Fridrik Larsen
July 19, 2018 15:00 - 29 minutes - 19.9 MBWelcome to Episode 98 of SunCast! Today on SunCast, we're going to dig into the topic of Branding, what it is, how to measure it, when and why it's important - and I've invited a guest who is an expert on the topic, Fridrik Larsen. Tune in to learn: What is Branding? Why Fridrik got a PhD in Branding a commodity The 2 key aspects to consider - differentiation and segmentation How you can incorporate and measure a brand strategy to increase your bottom line Join the Tribe? Check ...
097 Blockchain for Solar Energy w/SolarCoin Co-Founder Nick Gogerty
July 12, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBWelcome to Episode 97 of SunCast! Today on SunCast, we get to dig into the topic of Blockchain and Energy with SolarCoin's Co-Founder, Nick Gogerty. Nick Gogerty is the founder of the first cryptocurrency specifically targeted for Solar Power asset owners. Tune in to learn: How valuing currency globally applies to cryptocurrency The difference between a credit bubble and an asset bubble, and why that matters for Crypto Analysis Macro applications of the blockchain, the underlying ...
097 Blockchain for Solar Energy w/SolarCoin Co-Founder Nick Gogerty
July 12, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBWelcome to Episode 97 of SunCast! Today on SunCast, we get to dig into the topic of Blockchain and Energy with SolarCoin's Co-Founder, Nick Gogerty. Nick Gogerty is the founder of the first cryptocurrency specifically targeted for Solar Power asset owners. Tune in to learn: How valuing currency globally applies to cryptocurrency The difference between a credit bubble and an asset bubble, and why that matters for Crypto Analysis Macro applications of the blockchain, the underlying ...
096 The Entrepreneur's Journey, Pt 2 with Kyle Cherrick of PickMySolar
July 10, 2018 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBWelcome to Episode 96 of SunCast! Today we're rounding out our discussion with Mr. Kyle Cherrick, Head of Business Development for PickMySolar. If you missed last week's episode, then you might consider going back to catch it, as it's actually Part 1 of this interview. We are going to continue to unpack Kyle's story, this time turning the focus more squarely on his current project, PickMySolar. Kyle managed to launch and fund his previous venture, Solar Merchant, while full-time employed ...
095 Corporate Intrapreneurship and Startup Investing with Kyle Cherrick
July 05, 2018 16:09 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBWelcome to Episode 95 of SunCast! Kyle Cherrick has had the good fortune of working for some of the Titans in the Solar Industry straight out of school. How many of you would like to have joined First Solar 6 months after IPO, or moved on to Axio Power as an early employee long before the SunEdison acquisition? Kyle got a front-seat view this and much more. Then he copy/pasted his learning into his own startup success. Stay tuned to learn: How a college job interview at General Mills tu...
094 Intersolar N.A. - Know Before You Go!
July 03, 2018 15:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWelcome to Episode 94 of SunCast! Today's episode is all about Intersolar N. America, but the lessons here can apply to virtually any tradeshow or major industry event. We kick this episode off with a conversation with the Managing Director of Solar Promotion, the company that puts on the Intersolar and EES conferences globally, Mr. Florian Wessendorf. Stay tuned after that as we have some cameo appearances from SunCast listeners, Twitter followers and more all geared to helping YOU bett...
093 The Logical Evolution of Solar with JW Postal of Nikola Power
June 28, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBWelcome to Episode 93 of SunCast! JW Postal has had by any measure a successful run as an entrepreneur, not just in the solar industry. As a co-founder of Main Street Power, he helped build the company to become one of the largest DG players in the US, eventually being absorbed into the global giant AES as their first foray into distributed generation. He has now turned his sights toward the impending boom of the storage business, and today we gain valuable insight into how this entrepren...
093 The Logical Evolution of Solar with JW Postal of Nikola Power
June 28, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBWelcome to Episode 93 of SunCast! JW Postal has had by any measure a successful run as an entrepreneur, not just in the solar industry. As a co-founder of Main Street Power, he helped build the company to become one of the largest DG players in the US, eventually being absorbed into the global giant AES as their first foray into distributed generation. He has now turned his sights toward the impending boom of the storage business, and today we gain valuable insight into how this entrepre...
092 Effective Project Execution with Stephen Smith of Solvida
June 21, 2018 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBWelcome to Episode 92 of Suncast! Stephen Smith is an entrepreneur and solar developer from the SF Bay Area who had the good fortune of being able to walk to work back in the early 2000's when he was hired on to a then-unknown Berkeley-based solar company - Powerlight. Stephen has since managed Gigawatts of solar installations, and provides his customers and the market generally a path to predictable & effective project execution. Listen in to hear: The 2 biggest hurdles developers encou...