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Solar Speaks special edition: Why supply chains matter when choosing a solar supplier Jun 07, 2018

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As solar matures, there are a lot of component suppliers to choose from, especially when it comes to inverters. Not only is there a lot to consider as far as what technology works for your project (whether it’s module-level power electronics or string or central inverters), but manufacturers’ supply chains also matter. To find out why, we spoke with Ed Heacox, general manager of CPS America.

Ask a Solar Vet: Somewhere between social work and engineering, Erica Mackie of Grid Alternatives May 30, 2018

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This month's vet is Erica Mackie, cofounder and CEO of GRID Alternatives, which is the largest nonprofit solar installer in the country. She shares keys to Grid's success, which any solar installer can learn from, as well as what the solar industry can do better. Read more here: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/05/ask-a-solar-vet-somewhere-between-social-work-and-engineering-with-erica-mackie-of-grid-alternatives/

Contractors Corner: Strata Solar May 21, 2018

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This month, Kelly chats with Strata Solar, a North Carolina-based EPC working in the C&I and utility markets. We talk about the company's unique O&M approaches (sheep!) and how the solar panel tariffs are affecting utility projects. Read the full story: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/05/contractors-corner-strata-solar/

Solar Speaks special edition: Apply for the 2018 Top Solar Contractors list May 15, 2018

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The May 25 deadline for the 2018 Top Solar Contractors application is quickly approaching, so SPW editors sat down to talk through some common questions about the list and why all U.S. solar contractors should apply for it.

Contractors Corner: Sunwatt Solar Apr 23, 2018

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Solar power is going strong in Rhode Island! Pawtucket's Sunwatt Solar is taking advantage of its Solarize installer standing to make a name for itself in the small state. Read our extended feature on the company: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/04/contractors-corner-sunwatt-solar/

Ask a Solar Vet: Michelle Greenfield, female CEO fighting for Midwestern solar Apr 11, 2018

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In light of our call to solar installers, developers and EPCs to apply for our 2018 Top Solar Contractors list, we thought it made sense to speak to one for this edition. Not unlike the construction field as a whole, solar installation is a male-dominated industry. Out of 500 companies that made the list last year, only 23 were lead by women. Michelle Greenfield is one of them. She has served as CEO of Ohio-based Third Sun Solar for more than 16 years. In this podcast, she discusses what it’s like to be a female leader in a male-dominated industry, working in a state that isn’t exactly the first that comes to mind when you think of solar.

Solar Speaks special edition: Talking solar inverter trends with IHS Markit Research Apr 10, 2018

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You’ve likely heard of IHS Markit in research reports or articles about the solar or storage markets. But in this podcast we get to learn more about the organization as we talked to Cormac Gilligan, research manager of solar and energy storage, and Miguel De Jesus, solar energy analyst at IHS. Listen to learn more about inverter trends, as well as the solar and storage markets overall.

Solar Speaks special edition: 8minutenergy talks solar + storage Apr 02, 2018

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We spoke with Martin Hermann, CEO and founder of solar developer 8minutenergy. Prior to founding the company in 2008, Martin worked with solar panel manufacturer Advent Solar, and even owned a semiconductor tools company which he sold to Intel. Martin provides some great insight on the solar and storage markets.

Contractors Corner: EGT Solar Mar 26, 2018

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EGT Solar gives us the lowdown on the Idaho solar market. With an expected population increase that is three-times the national rate through 2025, Idaho is going to be a big demand market for new solar. Read our full story: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/03/contractors-corner-egt-solar/

Ask a Solar Vet: Marvin Hamon, the man behind the mustache Mar 16, 2018

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If you’ve spotted a man with a signature mustache, bow tie and hat walking around a solar show floor, you’ve seen this month’s vet Marvin Hamon, principal and founder of Hamon Engineering. Besides his signature look, Marvin is known for being an expert electrical engineer, writer and supporter of the green energy movement. Read more here https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/03/ask-a-solar-vet-marvin-hamon-the-man-behind-the-mustache/

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