Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast whitehousesolar

In this episode Sean White welcomes Ed Rottman, CEO of Chroma Energy Group, for a comprehensive discussion on renewable energy, particularly focusing on solar power and energy storage developments. They delve into Ed's background, Chroma Energy Group's operations, and the intricacies of distributed generation, utility scale storage, and the evolution of the solar industry. The conversation also covers innovative trends like agrivoltaics and bifacial photovoltaics, the impact of AI on renewable energy, and the challenges and opportunities facing the sector, including workforce development and infrastructure investments.
 
Topics Covered:
Chroma Energy Group www.chromaenergygroup.com
Stowers Machinery Caterpillar Dealer www.stowerscat.com
MDA = Missile Defense Agency www.mda.mil
Booz Allen Hamilton www.boozallen.com
Conservative Climate Caucus www.conservativeclimatecaucus.com
Inflation Reduction Act
TVA = Tennessee Valley Authority www.tva.com
Al Gore www.algorewiki.com
LPS = Local Power Companies 
EPC = Engineering Procurement and Construction www.epc.com
ACP = American Clean Power www.cleanpower.com
AI technology 
RE+ in Texas
C&I = Commercial and Industrial
DG = Distributed Generation
Paul Subzak
Electric Vehicle
People against solar energy
Agrivoltaics
Fencing Bifacial PV
Monofacial PV
Nellis Solar Power Plant 14 megawatt (MW)
Utility Scale Storage Projects
EMS = Energy Management Systems
Climate Week
NorCal Solar www.norcalsolar.org
SaaS = Software as a Service
AI = Artificial Intelligence
Impacts on how renewable energy does in the future
 
You can reach Ed Rottmann here:
Ed Rottmann www.linkedin.com/in/edward-rottmann/ 
Chroma Energy Group www.chromaenergygroup.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean

In this podcast, Sean White is joined by Tony Diaz, a seasoned roofer and solar expert, and Johan Alfson, a solar installation specialist. They dig deep into the evolution of solar roofing techniques, discussing early practices, industry standards, and the importance of quality installations. The conversation covers the challenges of maintaining roofing integrity, the impact of using modern materials like butyl, and the need for continuous education and proper business practices in the solar industry. They emphasized the value of quality over speed and cheap methods and highlighted the necessity for industry standards and certifications.
 
Topics Covered:
Stuart Wentworth
Claudia Wentworth
Ezra
Quickmount PV
Goop in a prayer
Unirac www.unirac.com
K2 www.k2-systems.com
Rooftech www.rooftech.com
Comp Shingle Roofs
Bernoulli effect
Metal Flashing
Butyl roof
DirecTV www.directv.com
SnapNrack www.snapnrack.com
O&M
NABCEP www.nabcep.org
Golden pledge warranty
GAF roofing www.gaf.com
Pitch Pocket
RE+ Northern California
Sales training
Crap Solar on Facebook 
Solar Hall of Shame
NABCEP Conference
NRCA = National Roofing Contractors Association www.nrca.net
RISE = Roof Integrated Solar Energy
SCI
Jeff Spies
Richard Lawrence
 
Check them out here:
 
Facebook: Century Roof & Solar 
Instagram: @centuryroofandsolar
LinkedIn: Century Roof And Solar
No Utility Bills Inc: www.noutilitybills.com
Century Roof and Solar: www.centuryroofandsolar.com
 
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by takingSean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean

Sean White talks to John Coffman from Commercial Solar about the innovative hybrid power tree. This new technology combines solar and wind energy. John shares insights about the design, engineering, and potential of these hybrid power trees, which are being manufactured in the Philippines. They also discuss partnerships, financing options, and the advantages of combining solar and wind power. Tune in to learn more about this exciting development in green technology.
 
Topics Covered:
 
Martin Navales
Commercial Solar www.commercialsolar.biz
Hybrid Power tree
Solind Technology Corporation www.solindtechcorp.com
Maxeon solar cells
Sun Power www.us.sunpower.com
Sunpower vs. Maxeon difference
SKEPS www.skeps.com
Primus wind turbine
Enphase Battery System
UL 61730
Solar Windows
Colored Solar
Artistic Solar
Solar Roadways
Paint on Solar
Smart Flowers
Works at night
 
Solar Tree description:
PV-7.5 and 8kW-
Wind-turbine is 13ft up
 
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by takingSean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean

In this episode, Sean White hosts Joe Marhamati, the visionary behind Sunvoy, as they explore the revolutionary solar and energy storage solutions reshaping the industry. From discussing Sunvoy's innovative customer portal and fleet management app to delving into wider topics like the impact of solar on the grid, the program offers insightful discussions on the future of energy. Join us as we uncover the intersections of technology, sustainability, and business in the solar sector.
 
Topics covered:
Joe Marhamati www.linkedin.com/in/marhamati/
SUNVOY www.sunvoy.com
Ipsun solar www.ipsunsolar.com
Lex Friedman
White Label
US Department of Energy www.energy.gov
President Office of Sustainability Support and the Office of the Loan Programs.
Jigar Shah www.linkedin.com/in/jigarshahdc/
NABCEP = North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
Herve Billiet www.linkedin.com/in/hervebilliet/
Herve Billiet on Sean White's podcast 
SaaS = Software as a Service
CRM = Customer Relationship Management
API = Application Programming Interface
Rapid Shutdown
B Corp = Benefit corp
SREC = Solar renewable energy certificate
Hubspot
Salesforce
IRS = Internal Revenue Service
Largest PV Plant in the US
Electric Vehicles
The first large scale commercial solar thermal plants
Nevada
CSP = Concentrated Solar Power
Tesla
Revenge of the electric car
Solyndra vs Solar module
Question and answer for Sean White
Infinite Solar
Bill Brooks www.linkedin.com/in/bill-brooks-6782616/
derek the solarboi www.solarboi.com
derek the solarboi on Sean White's podcast
 
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by takingSean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean

Celebrating 50 Years with NorCal Solar: Insights, Innovations, and Impact
 
In this special episode, join Sean White at the 50th NorCal Solar Anniversary Party in Oakland, California. Sean captures the essence of this vibrant gathering, filled with pioneers, innovators, and advocates for solar and energy storage. Each conversation shines a light on the diverse contributions to the solar industry and environmental sustainability. As we celebrate 50 years of NorCal Solar, join us in exploring the future of solar energy, the importance of community, and the advancements in technological and environmental advocacy.
 
Topics covered and people I talked to:
 
BMO - Bank of Montreal
Oliver Zahn of Climax Foods Check his cheese out on Colbert https://youtu.be/085iMEoqyAI?si=FiFriqxzYgFlLB5p&t=4m18s
Claudia Wentworth Past President of ASES
Tor "Solar Fred" Valenza or Probably True Solar Stories podcast
Rosemary Howley past BOD NorCal Solar
Carlo Federiconi past BOD NorCal Solar
SEER - Solar Energy Expo and Rally
Jim Augustyn
BOD NorCal Solar 48 years ago and recently! Author of Solar Cat Book - www.solarcat.com
Jerry Brown
Kevin Gao
Will Wiseman of Climatize - https://climatize.earth
Investment
Sean's www.solarcellregistry.com idea (anyone want to take it on).
EPC
Helix Electric
Wallbox Chargers
Franz Feuerherdt former NorCal BOD and of Solar4america PV manufacturing in California
Elaine Hebert former NorCal Solar President
ASES - American Solar Energy Society
Tor Allen former NorCal BOD of RAHUS INSTITUTE www.rahus.org
PG&E
Urban Solar Energy Association
Mass Bay Solar Energy Association
NESEA New England Solar Energy Association
NESEA Northeast Sustainable Energy Association
California Energy Commission
PV USA
Siemens Solar Modules
Ken Wu of International Ocean Film Foundation https://intloceanfilmfest.org
Will Draven
SF Climate Week Lana Suvorova 🕊 CEO ESGentle and New NorCal Solar Board Member
John Min
Saya Impact
Kenny Warren of SunrunSun Run
Sierra Fan Co-Founder of illu www.illu.works and New NorCal Solar Board Member
Paper Cuts
Greg Smith
RTFM
 

Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.HeatSpring.com/Sean

Johan Alfsen is the Senior Director of Training at K2 Systems. He was also the Director of Training at Quick Mount PV for 12 years. Johan started the Solar Battle of the Bands, the Solar Comedy Slam and seems to me that he must be in charge of the Solar Games at Intersolar. All super fun competitions!
 
Topics covered:
 
Quick mount PV
K2 and Everest www.k2-systems.com/en-us/
Solar battle of the bands
Solar Comedy Slam competition at Intersolar
Solar installer competition-Solar Games
Warfield Theater
Solar Siblings (Sister Jennifer Alfsen)
Fidelity Roof Company www.fidelityroof.com
Quality Solar
Claudia Wentworth
ASES www.ases.org
NorCal Solar www.norcalsolar.org
Nich Pak, Johan’s Solar Band member
111 Minna www.111minnagallery.com
Intersolar www.intersolar.us
Quick Mount Band
Fronius Band
Solar City Band
Sun Power Band
SMA Band
Solectria Band “DC/AC”
Hotel Utah
CALSSA California Solar and Storage Association www.calssa.org
RE+ www.re-plus.com
Johan’s Band www.northernerband.com
HeatSpring classes
Brittany Heller
Alex Heller
Stand up comedy
San Francisco Comedy College
Rolls Battery
Solar Games Intersolar
Smarter E www.thesmartere.com (formerly Intersolar)
​Eicke Weber - Listen to Podcast with Eicke on 4/29/2024
Herman Scheer
Fraunhofer Institute www.fraunhofer.de
Solar tour
Tesla tours
Diversified www.divcom.com
CSLB www.cslb.ca.gov
K2 formerly known as Everest
Company Century Roofing and Solar www.centuryroofandsolar.com
Metal flashing
Sealant based flashing and mounts
“Goop and a prayer” was Johan’s quote
Norcal Solar/ASES was first solar experience with Solar Homes Tour and the Wentworths
Comp shingle roof in japan
Asphalt shingle
Asphalt impregnated underlayment
Butyl Roofing
Tim Montague's podcast www.cleanpowerhourpodcast.com
Heatspring Classes
SEIA Solar Energy Industry Association www.seia.org
NYSERDA = New York State Research, Energy Research Development Association www.nyserda.ny.gov
CALSSA formerly known CALSEA
 
You can find Johan Alfsen here:
LinkedIn: Johan Alfsen
Facebook: Sol Riders
Instagram: 510Johan
Johan’s free HeatSpring class for NABCEP credit: www.heatspring.com/courses/k2-pro-certified-installer-training-composition-shingle-roofs
 
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean