Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast

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Sean White teaches solar and storage classes and seminars around the world and inside your home (online). He is known for helping people get NABCEP certified. This podcast contains an assortment of topics, with an emphasis on solar and storage technical knowledge. Up your game! Catch a photon! Save the planet! Learn more and go to www.solarSEAN.com

  1. 6d ago

    Inside 4.4 MW Solar Inverter with Daniel Friberg

    This podcast featured Daniel Freiberg, Director of Product Engineering at SunGrow, discussing the company's large-scale PV inverters, particularly the SG4400UD-MV-US model. Daniel explained the inverter's modular design, which allows for partial operation and easier maintenance, and described its function of converting DC power from solar arrays into AC power for the grid. He detailed the inverter's specifications, including its 4.4 megawatt capacity and containerized format for easy shipping and installation. The conversation also covered SunGrow's broad product range, from small to utility-scale inverters, and the company's significant global market presence. Sean and Daniel discussed the rapid growth of the solar industry and its evolution over the decades. At the end, Sean expressed interest in acquiring a large inverter for his solar training center, and Daniel mentioned SunGrow's own training facility in Houston.   Topics Covered Sungrow www.sungrowpower.com 4.4 Megawatts Inverters 36-kilowatt Inverter AC = Alternating Current DC = Direct Current SG4400UD-MV-US SG = Photovoltaic Inverter UD = Universally DC Coupled MV = Medium Voltage IGBTs = Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors MPPT = Maximum Power Point Tracking 1,500 Volts DC Systems 645 Volt AC Output Shipping Container–Sized Solar Industry Growth Data Center Renewable Energy NREL = National Renewable Energy Laboratory TÜV Rheinland = Technical Inspection Association (German: Technischer Überwachungsverein)   Podcast with Madeline Acri Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean   Reach out to Daniel Friberg here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/daniel-friberg-0b66a313 Website: https://www.sungrowpower.com Email: daniel.friberg@sungrow-na.com   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean   solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  2. Oct 18

    They started a business on a podcast! Solar Credit Scores with Michael Roche | Part 2

    In this episode, Michael Roche discusses the intersection of financial technology, AI, and the solar industry. Roche shared his background in fintech, particularly in stopping credit card fraud and the evolution of big data and machine learning into Al, including large language models like ChatGPT. They discussed the pervasiveness of Al, data privacy concerns, and the potential for Al to surpass human intelligence. The main topic was Roche's theory of the "energy ledger," a standardized financial record for a home's energy system, akin to a credit score, which he believes is crucial for banks to finance residential solar installations. Roche argued that the solar industry needs to cooperate and standardize, similar to how the financial industry did with credit cards, to enable widespread bank financing of solar systems. They proposed using the podcast as a platform to openly discuss and develop this concept, potentially involving banks, utilities, and inverter manufacturers.   Topics Covered Fintechnology Group www.fintechnologygroup.com Paypal Mafia AI = Artificial Inteligence LLM = Large Language Model Fraud Screening and Authentication Visa and Mastercard Bank AI Plagiarize Books AI Spy Quantum Computing Data Center HeatSpring Credit Score Tax Credit PPA = Power Purchase Agreement FICO Score BIPV = Building Integrated Photovoltaic AVM = Automated Valuation Model DMZ = Demilitarized Zone Everything can be Converted to Energy Energy Consumption of Banks   Reach out to Michael Roche here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michael-f-roche-b5999a238 Website: www.fintechnologygroup.com Email: michael.f@fintechnologygroup.com   Previous Episode: From Fintech to Solar Energy with Michael Roche Link: www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-fintech-to-solar-energy-with-michael-roche/id1441958371?i=1000790786948   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean   solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  3. Oct 11

    Frozen Energy! Inventor Tony Alley's Ice Energy Storage

    This podcast interview featured Sean hosting Tony Alley, an inventor who developed a residential thermal energy storage system using ice. Tony explained that his technology addresses the need for cost-effective energy storage behind the meter, particularly for California residents, by using water as the storage medium instead of expensive battery systems. He described how his design can store enough cooling for an average house for 10 hours using a relatively small 3x3x3 foot block of ice, compared to the much larger tanks required for chilled water storage. Tony emphasized that thermal energy storage has been around for over 100 years in industrial applications but hasn't been successfully adapted for residential use due to challenges in getting both cold in and out of the system economically. He noted that his design is reversible for both heating and cooling, uses tap water as the storage medium, and can be installed as a box-like unit on the side of a house. Tony is currently seeking funding through the National Science Foundation to develop prototypes and bring the technology to market within a few years.   Topics Covered Ice Power Energy icepowerenergy.com Thermal energy storage Residential ice storage Patent process & inventor challenges Patent trolls Solar energy storage Grid infrastructure BTU = British Thermal Unit NSF = National Science Foundation Chilled water grids Radiant ceiling cooling Battery cost comparison Wright brothers’ story Solar industry growth   Reach out to Tony Alley here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tony-alley Website: icepowerenergy.com Email: icepowerenergy@gmail.com   Podcast with Jack West Inventor Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean   solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  4. Sep 30

    Batteries so Safe They’re Firewalls with Eli Paster, CEO Polyjoule

    In this podcast, Eli Paster, CEO of Polyjoule, discussed polymer-based battery technology and how it differs from conventional metal-based batteries. Eli explained that Polyjoule uses conductive polymers instead of lithium, nickel, cobalt, lead, or sodium, synthesizing its own conductive polymers from abundant hydrocarbon feedstocks. Eli detailed the safety advantages of polymer-based batteries, including the inability to enter thermal runaway, and demonstrated this by cutting open a cell and applying a blowtorch for five minutes with no fire. Sean and Eli explored potential applications in residential energy storage, building codes, and the possibility of Polyjoule batteries being rated as firewalls.   Topics Covered: Polymer-Based Battery Conductive Polymers Hydrocarbon Feedstock Monomers and Polymers Polyacetylene PVC = Polyvinyl Chloride Lithium-Ion Battery LFP = Lithium Iron Phosphate NMC = Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide NCA = Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide Sodium-Ion Battery Solid-State Battery Lead Acid Battery Thermal Runaway Short Circuit Arc Flash Battery Separator Electrochemistry Anode and Cathode Electrolyte Prismatic Cells Depth of Discharge Nominal Voltage Energy Density Round Trip Efficiency Schneider Electric UPS = Uninterruptible Power Supply UL 1973 UL 9540A IRC = International Residential Code NEC = National Electrical Code EV Auxiliary Battery Hybrid Battery Systems Hydrogen Fuel Cells   Reach out to Eli Paster here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elipaster Website: www.polyjoule.com Email: eli.paster@polyjoule.com   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean   solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  5. Sep 29

    Solar Roots Party and Movie OCT3O-NOV1 in Grass Valley California with Jeff Spies and Jason Vetterli

    In this podcast, Jeff Spies shares the story behind "Solar Roots: The Pioneers of PV" and its upcoming release party. Jeff explained how the 11-year project began as a reunion party that evolved into capturing the stories of early solar industry pioneers, with interviews conducted over 2 years of filming. The documentary explores how the solar photovoltaic industry started with hippies in the 1970s and 1980s, focusing on both the technology's development and its adoption by off-grid communities, particularly those involved in marijuana cultivation. The release party will take place October 30-November 1 in Grass Valley, California at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, featuring screenings at the Del Oro Theater, musical performances by TJ Kanjizewski, and opportunities to meet many of the historical figures featured in the film, including David Katz, John Schaefer, and Charlie Gay. The event is open to the public with accommodations available for camping or nearby lodging, and the documentary will be released for free on Vimeo and YouTube following the party.   Topics Covered Solar Roots: The Pioneers of PV Solar Roots Party (October 31st – November 1st, 2026) www.solar-roots.com AEE Solar = Alternative Energy Engineering Solar Marijuana Hippy Sustainability Grateful Dead Solar History Home Power Market Grass Valley Canyon California   Podcast with Mark Mrohs Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean   Podcast with Johnny Weiss Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean   Reach out to Jeff Spies & Jason Vetterli here: Jeff Spies LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-spies Website: www.planetplansets.com Email: jeff.spies@planetplansets.com   Jason Vetterli LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jvetterli Website: www.enstall.com   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean   solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  6. Sep 27

    Rural Energy Efficiency and Solar Deployment with Michelle Moore CEO of Groundswell

    In this podcast, Michelle Moore, CEO of Groundswell and author of "Rural Renaissance," discussed community power building, energy efficiency projects, and clean energy initiatives in rural areas. Michelle shared examples of their work including projects in West Memphis with Google and their upcoming Rural Renaissance Roadshow conference in November in Decatur, Alabama. The interview also covered job opportunities in the renewable energy sector and the growing importance of local clean energy solutions.   Topics Covered Groundswell www.groundswell.org Rural Renaissance Book CCA = Community Choice Aggregation Solar on White House Sungevity Community Solar “Join or Die” Data Center Groundswell Projects Green Jobs Google IRA = Inflation Reduction Act Rural Renaissance Roadshow www.ruralrenaissance.com NABCEP Conference Alabama Job Opportunities Podcast with Paul Fenn | Part 1 Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean   Podcast with Paul Fenn | Part 2 Apple Podcast YouTube Spotify Pandora Podbean   Reach out to Michelle Moore here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lmichellemoore Website: www.groundswell.org Email: michelle.moore@groundswell.org   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean   solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  7. Sep 23

    Residential Energy Storage and AI Demand with Vincent Ambrose

    Vincent Ambrose, Chief Commercial Officer of Franklin Whole Home, discusses the intersection of AI and energy storage, including how data centers are becoming major customers for residential energy storage systems and how Franklin is developing AI tools for installer training and system optimization.   The conversation explores Franklin's product offerings, including AC-coupled and DC-coupled solutions, the A-gate microgrid interconnect device, and the company's focus on home energy security through solar plus storage systems.   Topics Covered Franklin Whole Home www.franklinwh.com AI = Artificial Intelligence AI and Energy Demand Data Center ESS Residential Energy Storage VPP = Virtual Power Plants Hyperscalers DERs = Distributed Energy Resources Inverter AC & DC = Alternating Current & Direct Current AC-Coupled Storage DC-Coupled Storage Microgrid Generator Net-Metering Distributed Compute Bit-coin Miner NVIDIA SETI = Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Battery EV = Electric Vehicle A-Gate MID = Microgrid Interconnect Device V2L = Vehicle to Load Generator Franklin Whole Home Energy Storage System AHJ = Authority Having Jurisdiction   Reach out to Vincent Ambrose here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincent-ambrose-622887b Website: www.franklinwh.com Email: vincent.ambrose@franklinwh.com   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at solarsean.com/intro • solarsean.com/pvip • solarsean.com/pva • solarsean.com/pvds • solarsean.com/esip • solarsean.com/omat • solarsean.com/center • solarsean.com/sfev • solarsean.com/40hrpv • solarsean.com/pv2020nec • solarsean.com/18hrpv • solarsean.com/30hrpv • solarsean.com/ess • solarsean.com/10hress • solarsean.com/pvsiprep • solarsean.com/2hrbfc

  8. Sep 20

    From Fintech to Solar Energy with Michael Roche

    In this podcast, Michael Roche, founder of Fin Technology Group, discussed the evolution of financial technology and its connection to the energy sector. Michael discussed the history of fintech, the rise of big data and AI, and the energy consumption of data centers. The conversation shifted to the role of banks in financing solar energy, with Michael questioning why banks aren't more actively supporting residential solar installations and suggesting the need for standardized data formats to facilitate bank valuations of solar-equipped homes.   Topics Covered Fintechnology Group www.fintechnologygroup.com Fintech Industry Financial Technology eBay Banks PayPal Mafia E-Commerce Transactional Data Fraud Screening and Authentication Data Center Data Footprint Liquid Cooling AI = Artificial Intelligence LLM = Large Language Model Machine Learning VPN = Virtual Private Network Server Stacks & Server Cage Energy Consumption Stock Market Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Solar Renewable Energy IRA = Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credit PPA = Power Purchase Agreement Solar Coaster Tariff   Reach out to Michael Roche here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michael-f-roche-b5999a238 Website: www.fintechnologygroup.com Email: michael.f@fintechnologygroup.com   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean solarsean.com/intro solarsean.com/pvip solarsean.com/pva solarsean.com/pvds solarsean.com/esip solarsean.com/omat solarsean.com/center

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Sean White teaches solar and storage classes and seminars around the world and inside your home (online). He is known for helping people get NABCEP certified. This podcast contains an assortment of topics, with an emphasis on solar and storage technical knowledge. Up your game! Catch a photon! Save the planet! Learn more and go to www.solarSEAN.com

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