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Solar Speaks special edition: Talking AC and DC coupling with Dynapower Mar 06, 2018

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We spoke with Chip Palombini, sales and marketing director at Dynapower, for a story on AC versus DC coupling. We wanted to share some of that interview with you. Chip talked about the differences between AC and DC coupling and told us about Dynapower's new DC to DC converter. Listen to learn more and read the whole article here https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/03/ac-dc-coupling-use-next-storage-project/.

Contractors Corner: Hannah Solar Feb 27, 2018

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We recently talked with Hannah Solar, a mid-sized EPC in the Southeast, about how the company is adjusting to the new 30% solar tariffs (Spoiler alert: not sweating them). We also talk logistics on how to get materials to far away islands in the Pacific. Read our story here: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/02/contractors-corner-hannah-solar/

Ask a Solar Vet: Solar's star researcher, Paula Mints Feb 21, 2018

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Paula Mints is the founder of global market research firm SPV Market Research. Learn what it takes to be a solar market researcher, her views of the market and how she is looking to help struggling women find a new life in solar in this latest edition. Read more at https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/02/ask-a-solar-vet-solars-star-researcher-paula-mints/.

Solar Speaks special edition: What makes a solar sales proposal successful? Feb 06, 2018

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Aurora Solar has been researching what makes solar sales proposals successful. The company interviewed homeowners at different stages of the buying process and talked with solar sales professionals to gain insights into the solar sales process. In this Solar Speaks podcast, we talk with Rahul Nihalani, head of growth at Aurora Solar, about what the company learned from this research and how you can apply them to your solar business. See Aurora's blog on its research efforts here: http://blog.aurorasolar.com/what-makes-a-solar-sales-proposal-successful-5-tips-for-proposals-that-close/

Ask a Solar Vet: Bill Brooks, an ambassador for solar Feb 01, 2018

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Having trained more than 12,000 installers and inspectors in his 25+ years in solar, Bill Brooks can be called the godfather of solar engineering. However, he chooses to call himself an ambassador for solar technology. Listen to learn more about Bill's journey from the early days of solar in the 70s, to his work with the codes and standards that continue to drive the industry today.

Contractors Corner: Earth Electric Jan 19, 2018

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We had a great time talking with Sheryl Lane this month from Earth Electric in San Jose, California. The residential solar installer is about to enter its 10th year--a major milestone for the solar industry! We talk about installing solar in Silicon Valley and why honesty is so important. Read our full story: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/01/contractors-corner-earth-electric/

Solar Speaks special edition: How UL is keeping the grid safe and secure for more solar Jan 08, 2018

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By now most solar contractors are aware of how interconnection requirements like Rule 21 in California are changing to allow inverters to play an active role in stabilizing the grid. While this can be a positive move to allow more renewable energy capacity on the grid, aspects like security and safety must also be considered. This is where UL comes in. We spoke to Bruce Bailey, VP of renewable energy, and Ken Boyce, Principal Engineer at UL to learn more.

Solar Speaks special edition: SPW editors complete a solar installation Jan 03, 2018

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Solar Power World editors complete their first residential solar installation in Kensington, California. Podcast sponsored by EcoFasten Solar.

Contractors Corner: GEM Energy Dec 18, 2017

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We chat with Ohio's GEM Energy on its 10-year history of building solar projects in the tough Midwest market. Repeat customers make up a big chunk of GEM's project pipeline. Read the full story: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2017/12/contractors-corner-gem-energy/

Ask a Solar Vet: Uniting women across sustainable sectors with WRISE's Kristen Graf Dec 13, 2017

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Kristen Graf spent the last eight years leading Women of Wind Energy (WOWE), and now serves as executive director of the group under a new name: Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE). She talks about why the group transitioned, what drives her to passion for renewables and empowering women, and shares her thoughts on the industry now and in the future. Read more here: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2017/12/ask-solar-vet-uniting-women-across-sustainable-sectors-wrises-kristen-graf/

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