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Episode 122: Utility-Scale Solar Permitting and Surveying Best Practices Jan 14, 2025

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On episode 122, we feature a conversation with Heather Patti of Montrose Environmental to talk about solar permitting and development best practices in the era of rapid clean energy proliferation throughout the country. Heather shares some insights on agrivoltaics, surveys and permitting, and some of her most interesting experiences from the field. If large-scale clean energy development and deployment is up your alley, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele). Edited and produced by Taylor Wanbaugh. Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 121: Unlocking the Potential of Virtual Power Plants Dec 24, 2024

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On episode 121 of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast, we speak with Mark Duda, a board member of Solar United Neighbors, about the benefits of virtual power plant programs across the country. We outline what defines a virtual power plant program, the successful characteristics of a VPP program, and also dig in to the model VPP tariff developed by Solar United Neighbors. Additional Resources: Solar United Neighbors VPP Model Tariff: http://bit.ly/4gRl2eY Canary Media Story on VPPs: https://bit.ly/4gujNT8 NCSEA’s End of Year Fundraising Campaign: https://www.energync.org/2024-annual-giving-campaign-2 Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 120: Green Source Advantage Choice – Will it Lead to More Renewables? Dec 03, 2024

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On episode 120 of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast, we speak with Nick Jimenez of the Southern Environmental Law Center, Casey Collins from Duke University, and Lucas Grimes from the Center for Resource Solutions about the recently approved Green Source Advantage Choice customer clean energy program in North Carolina. These experts break down the details of this large customer program, along with some of its shortcomings that may lead to low or no uptake. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 119: NC Utilities Commission Issues 2024 Carbon Plan Order Nov 07, 2024

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On episode 119, Justin Somelofske, Senior Regulatory Counsel at NCSEA helps to break down the NC Utilities Commission’s 2024 Carbon Plan Order. We dive in and talk about the new generation resource additions, implications of the order, and what’s to come next on the path to deploying these resources. This is a can’t miss episode if you’re interested in the future of electricity generation in North Carolina. Additional Resources: 2024 Carbon Plan Order: https://bit.ly/3YDu9Zl WFAE Coverage of the CPIRP: https://bit.ly/4eqKF4K NCSEA’s Summary of Carbon Plan Proceedings: https://energync.org/carbon-plan/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 118: Interconnecting the Generation Future Oct 29, 2024

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On episode 118 of the podcast, we’re joined by Tyler Norris, James B. Duke Fellow and PhD student at Duke University’s Nicholas School for the Environment. Tyler talks interconnection and the challenges experienced by utility-scale renewable developers across the country. We also dive into some potential solutions to expedite deployment of low-cost renewable solutions in order to meet decarbonization mandates. Additional Resources: Flexible Interconnection Report and News Story: https://bit.ly/3UpwVjq Western North Carolina Clean Energy Relief Efforts: https://energync.org/disaster-relief-fund/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 117: Choosing Clean Power Across the Country Sep 20, 2024

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On episode 117 of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast, Zoe Gamble from CleanChoice Energy joins to talk about retail choice electricity markets across the country. We cover how these markets operate and how customers are electing more and more to consumer electricity from clean resources. Tune in to hear about how retail choice is helping to drive down utility rates, while accelerating decarbonization. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 116: Another Win(d) for North Carolina Aug 22, 2024

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On episode 116 of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast, we speak with Richard Bunch and Win Dale from Apex Clean Energy about the Timbermill Wind Project currently under construction in Chowan County, NC. Once completed, this 45-turbine project will have a total capacity of 189MW, enough to power 47,000 homes every year. This project will not only add clean electrons to the grid, but it will also drive significant economic benefits to Eastern North Carolina as the largest taxpayer in Chowan County. Additional Resources: Timbermill Wind: https://www.timbermillwind.com/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 115: Solar Module Recycling – the Next Clean Energy Frontier Aug 09, 2024

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On this episode, we’re talking with Brett Henderson, CEO of SolarPanelRecycling.com, about solar module end of life and solar farm decommissioning. We’ll dive in to the process of recycling solar modules and the facilities in place across the country equipped to handle these modules. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 114: Solar Farm Zoning – A Farmer’s Perspective Jul 25, 2024

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On episode 114 of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast, we speak with an expert on land use and zoning to talk about solar farm development across the state of North Carolina. Tom Terrell of Fox Rothschild breaks down the benefits that solar brings to farmers across the state with the unique perspective of being a farmer himself. Additional Resources: NCSEA Increased NC County Tax Revenue from Solar Development Report: https://bit.ly/3WlR2z8 NCSEA NC Solar Land Use and Agriculture Report: bit.ly/3WB2Xe1 Northampton Enacts Solar Farm Moratorium: bit.ly/3WzmJqi Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 113: Dominion Energy Talks Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project Development Jul 11, 2024

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For Episode 113 we talk with John Larson of Dominion Energy about the development efforts currently underway on the 176 turbine, 2.6GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project. John shares how this project has fueled significant economic development in the region while helping the utility diversify their generation portfolio and save on fuel costs. Additional Resources: NCSEA/CICE CVOW Tour: https://www.chambersforinnovation.com/insights/dominion-osw-tour Dominion Acquires Kitty Hawk North: https://prn.to/3W0KHch BOEM Greenlights Additional Leasing Areas: https://bit.ly/45YmOH0 Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

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