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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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Sunday Jul 27, 2025
Sunday Jul 27, 2025
Avery Dennison makes solar tape! In this episode, Jenna Miles talks about how their specialty tapes are finding new roles in solar panel manufacturing, helping with things like ease of installation, cleaner production, and design flexibility. It's a look at how materials from outside the solar world are quietly contributing to innovation in the industry.
Topics covered:
Avery Dennison
Labels
Solar Tape
Foam Tape
Adhesive and Carrier
PSA = Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive
Acrylic Based Adhesive
Solvent Based Adhesive
Solar DIY
Solar Made in America
Reach out to Jenna Miles Here:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-golic-miles-11316b68/
Website: www.averydennison.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Sean White and special guest Stephen Smith, CEO of Solvida Energy Group, talked about what’s going on in the solar world today, including tax credits, market changes, and new ideas helping the industry grow. They also touch on policy shifts and how solar is spreading around the world.
Key Topics:
History of the investment tax credit (ITC)
Impact of losing the investment tax credit (ITC)
Politics behind solar incentives
Rising electricity prices and grid reliability issues
Statistics on solar adoption in Australia
Issues with tax equity and financing
Project acceleration at the end of the year
Executive orders affecting solar industry
How the Industry Handles Political Shifts
China’s Influence on the Solar Industry
California and New Jersey rebates
German Feed in Tariff
Recycling of batteries and other minerals
Encouragement for the solar industry
Reach out Stephen Smith here:
Solvida Design Website: www.solvidadesign.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephenjsmithjr
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Ken Bossong, executive director of the Sun Day Campaign and a clean energy advocate who’s been active since the very first Earth Day in 1970. With over 50 years of experience pushing for renewable energy solutions, Ken shares stories from the early solar movement, the rise of wind and solar power, and why nuclear might not be the climate solution some think it is. From his time in the Peace Corps to working with Ralph Nader, Ken has seen the evolution of energy policy up close and he’s not slowing down.
Topics covered:
Sun-Day Campaign
Earth Day
Podcast with Aidan Charron of Earthday.org www.podcasts.apple.com
Fossil Fuels
Nuclear Power
Solar Price
Utility
Solar and Wind
Natural Gas
Coal
Climate Change
Nuclear Waste
ESS = Energy Storage System
Decentralized Systems
Smarter E
Rooftop Solar
Transmission
Nuclear Fusion & Nuclear Fission
Peace Corps
Energy Policy
Chernobyl Fallout
Offshore Wind
Reach out to Ken Bossong Here:
Email: sun-day-ampaign@hotmail.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Sunday Jul 20, 2025
Sunday Jul 20, 2025
Sean welcomes Ben Batchelder, Multi-Family Engineering Manager at Aspen Power, for an in-depth conversation about the solar energy industry. They discuss Ben’s career journey, from his early days at Sunlight and Power to his current role. Topics include the evolution of solar technology, the distinction between residential and commercial solar projects, the significance of energy storage, and innovative solutions in the field. Ben also shares fascinating experiences from his time working in Antarctica and highlights the importance of designing for the long term in solar energy projects.
Topics covered:
SLP = Sunlight and Power www.sunlightandpower.com
C&I = Commercial and Industrial
SatCon Technology Corp
SNEC www.snec-pv.com
SolarEdge www.solaredge.com/us
UL 3741, Rapid Shutdown, and Firefighter Safety
Legacy Systems
Power Garden
Sean’s Solar Training Center
Recycling old modules
Solar thermal vs. PV
Decline of solar hot water
Pool thermal systems
Ben’s experience in Antarctica
Life at McMurdo Station
Shift to large-scale PV
NEM 3.0 and electricity rates
Demand charges and storage
Energy monitoring strategies
PPAs and system ownership
Site visits and real-world issues
Bad solar practices in the industry
Aspen Power Solar Long-term design mindset
Find out more on:
Aspen Power Solar Website: www.aspenpower.com
Episode with Michael Shonka: www.podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/michael-shonka-solar-thermal-and-solar-in-the-80s/id1441958371?i=1000708495417
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Friday Jul 18, 2025
Friday Jul 18, 2025
In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean interviews Nabih Cherradi, a longtime industry expert with over 34 years of experience. The interview takes place at the SNEC conference in Shanghai, the world's largest solar and storage event. Nabih discusses his extensive career, including his PhD work, involvement in manufacturing solar panels, and his current projects in Saudi Arabia. They also touch on the impact of new technologies like simultaneous translation earbuds and the global expansion of solar energy. The conversation highlights the importance of local manufacturing in the solar industry and the positive future trends for solar energy deployment.
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Topics Covered:
SNEC China
Intersolar Germany
34 years in the industry
Dessert Technology
Madam Mi
Blockchain Technology
Simultaneous Translator Tool
GPS
CTO = Chief Technology Officer
Yingli Solar
Reach out Nabih Cherradi here:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nabih-cherradi-b9b4157
Empowersun Website: www.empowersun.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
Thresh power can analyze a lot of data at once for large solar projects and then answer queries about those projects. Meet Mark Grozen-Smith, founder and CEO of Thresh Power. Learn about practical solutions for energy project diligence, how AI is changing the industry, and what’s ahead for large-scale solar and wind projects.
Topics covered:
Thresh Power www.threshpower.com
Automated Diligence
AI = Artificial Intelligence
Interconnection
9 Zero www.9zero.com
Wind Energy
Lease
Climate Industry
EV = Electric Vehicle
Grid
Data Center
Cryptocurrency
AI Training and Inference
Toyota Prius
Reach out to Mark Grozen-Smith Here:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/grozensmith
Website: www.threshpower.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Sunday Jul 13, 2025
Sunday Jul 13, 2025
Join Sean White and Greg Smith, the Snarky Solar Guy, as they talk about the ups and downs of solar energy and battery storage. They cover everything from dealing with unexpected weather to the latest updates in the solar world. This episode has honest conversations, useful tips, and a look at what Greg’s working on next. Tune in for a fun mix of jokes, know-how, and real stories from two solar pros.
Topics covered:
NABCEP = North American Board of Certified Energy
Tax Credits
Greg Smith’s YouTube Channel www.youtube.com
The Big Beautiful Bill www.youtube.com
Solar Bros
ITC = Investment Tax Credits
Door-to-Door Salespeople
Tariff
Oil and Gas
Incentives
SMA
Sonnen Energy
TIGO Energy
Hofbräuhaus
Greg Smith’s Books
O&M = Operations and Management
Curriculum
Codes
Rapid Shutdown
IRC = International Residential Code
IFC = International Fire Code
NEC = National Electrical Code
Inverter
Short Circuit
MPPT = Maximum Power Point Tracking
AC Coupling and DC Coupling
VPP Virtual Power Plant
Lumen Panels
Home Automation
Connected Home
AI = Artificial Intelligence
Defecting from the Grid
Off Grid Solar
Balcony Solar
Mini Splits
Reach out to Greg Smith Here:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregsmith007/
Tigo Energy: www.tigoenergy.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Friday Jul 11, 2025
Friday Jul 11, 2025
In this episode of the Sean White Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean White is joined by two of his good friends, both named Juan Carlos, in Shanghai. The discussion revolves around their experiences in the solar industry, particularly in Panama, where they have implemented solar and storage systems. They share their journey of achieving NABCEP certification, their choice of microinverters for Panama’s conditions, and the benefits of net metering. The conversation also touches upon attending various conferences and a factory visit in Shanghai, and their plans for solar technology in Panama. Sean highlights the importance of ethical practices in the solar industry and emphasizes gradual policy changes.
Topics Discussed:
Solar and Storage
NABCEP Certification
Las Vegas
Computer-based exam
Juan Carlos
Microinverters
Solar Bros
Ethical Sales
Casco Viejo
San Jose Island
Hacienda Delmar
C250 Enphase
Yingli Solar Modules
PV Technical Sales
Net Metering
Policy Change
Shanghai Maglev train = Magnetic Levitation Train
Microinverter
Glasses with thin film
BIPV
Racks
Panama Canal
Solar in Panama with Juan Andrés Navarro of NSolar Podcast Link:
www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solar-in-panama-with-juan-andre-s-navarro-of-nsolar/id1441958371?i=1000685533681
Reach out Juan Carlos Navarro Barb & Juan Carlos Arango de Dianous here:
Juan Carlos Navarro Barb LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/juan-carlos-navarro-barb
Juan Carlos Arango de Dianous LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/juan-carlos-arango-de-dianous
NSolar Website: www.nsolar.net
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean.
Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
Sean interviews JP DZahr, an expert in digital marketing with experience at Microsoft, Boeing, and the banking industry. JP shares his journey from corporate marketing to creating niche market platforms for the solar industry. They go through topics like pay-per-click advertising, geotargeting, and generating leads through content-rich platforms. JP explains how solar companies can minimize costs and maximize revenue by leveraging Google's AdSense program and organic traffic. Whether you're a solar installer or a marketer, this episode is packed with valuable insights on optimizing solar marketing strategies.
Topics covered:
JP Dzhar background
Pre-press
Lawinfo www.lawinfo.com
PPC = Pay-per-click
Geotargeting
Information platform
AdSense
Permutations and Combinations
AI-generated articles for ad pages
Solar Bros
Door Knockers
Tax Credits
Lead generator
Looky-loo
Researcher
Buyer
Generating income using Google Ads
Trolling the Spammers
Find out more on:
The World of Codes Website: www.theworldofcode.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean
Tuesday Jul 08, 2025
Tuesday Jul 08, 2025
Sean talks to himself like a crazy person about the Big Bad Bill and why we should stay optimistic and kick fossil fuels ass!
One way of compensating for anything that the government throws at you is to work hard and make yourself irreplaceable. One way of doing this is proving yourself invaluable with a NABCEP certification.
With or without tax credits, solar, storage and wind will kick fossil fuels behind.
Topics Covered:
Solar Industry’s Resilience
Soft Costs and Complexity
Job Security and Layoffs
Solar Coaster
Fossil Fuel Phase-Out
Net Meetering in California
Call to Action
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean