The Solar Dudes Podcast
Summary: A weekly podcast reviewing solar rate structures, financing, design considerations, specialty applications and more. To Find out More: Website - http://thesolardudes.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thesolardudes/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/theSolarDudes LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-solar-dudes
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- Artist: Bobby Burnett "Solar Integrator", Cole Eaton "Solar Industry Expert"
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Podcasts:
On this episode of The Solar Dudes Podcast we explore the politics surrounding solar. With the everyday news being filled with political posts and articles, we tackle some of the politics that are particular to the solar industry or the renewable energy industry as a whole. This includes understanding the role of the EPA and the new Trump administration changes, the Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC), Net-metering, renewable energy credits, job growth, and some final discussion regarding democratic versus republican viewpoints on solar.
On this episode of The Solar Dudes Podcast we explore common solar myths, misconceptions, and misinformation. Including: Solar systems cost more than I can afford. I need to re-roof my house before going solar. Mono (crystalline) panels are the best type of solar panel. I can't add any additional panels to my system. I can buy solar panels that are 40%+ efficient. Solar panels need regular cleaning. I can charge my electric vehicle from solar. US made product is far superior to products made abroad. It's all about the products and price, not the installer.
What can battery systems do? Backup the home, off grid solutions, safe rooms, demand/kWh mitigation. Explanation of the Parts and Pieces - Batter Types, Battery Manufacturers, Inverters/Charge Controllers, With or without Solar. Whats the financial impact/payback?
When shopping for solar it's hard to know the right component choice as well as who to pick to do the work. On this episode of The Solar Dudes Podcast we talk about: How to Choose the Right Components Panels Inverters Installation Methods Other Parts and Pieces Best Practices Choosing the Right Contractor GO SEE THEM Questions to Ask
On this first episode of The Solar Dudes Podcast: How to Save Money on a Demand Rate Plan - What is Demand? - Highlights of a Demand Rate - How Solar and Demand control work together to save you money - Attainability of Solar (Who is it good for/Who is it not)
