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The Clean Power Hour podcast is speeding the clean energy transition. Tim Montague and John Weaver highlight clean energy innovations shaping the next generation of renewable energy sources. We discuss the latest solar PV, battery storage, wind, water, wave, and other low-carbon technologies. We answer the question: How can we decarbonize the economy? We promote the economic opportunity of electri... more

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#EP327 What if we could remove a trillion tons of CO2 from the atmosphere for $2 billion a year?

Peter Fiekowsky, author of "Climate Restoration" and founder of the Foundation for Climate Restoration, returns to The Clean Power Hour with a solution ... more

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#EP326 Happy Holidays! Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague breaks down his top 5 episodes of 2025, featuring conversations that shaped how we think about solar, storage, virtual power plants, microgrids, and AI. From Jigar Shah's call for the... more

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#EP325 Home battery storage sits at less than 1% market penetration in America. The solar industry spent years focused on small urban systems while whole-home backup solutions remained out of reach for most homeowners. 

Tim Montague sits down with J... more

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#EP324 Microgrids offer utilities eight distinct value stacks (or streams), yet most still treat them as experimental pilots. Today on the Clean Power Hour, we reveal how microgrids are strategic network assets that deliver value every single day, no... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Fiekowsky
Author and champion for climate restoration
Episode: Climate Restoration: The $2B Plan to Return to 300 ppm #327
Ryan Mayfield
Co-founder of Mayfield Renewables
Mayfield Renewables
Episode: The Clean Power Hour: Best of 2025 #326
Jeff St. John
Editor and reporter at Canary Media
Canary Media
Episode: The Clean Power Hour: Best of 2025 #326
James Showalter
Founder and CEO of EG4, the solar and battery company
EG4
Episode: Whole Home Backup; Battery Storage for Every Home
Martin Szczepanik
Director of Energy and Resources at Baringa, with 11 years of experience in the energy industry.
Baringa
Episode: Utility Microgrids Value Stack: 8 Revenue Streams Explained
Maryssa Barron
Founder and CEO of BuildQ AI
BuildQ AI
Episode: Energy Projects Just Got Faster With AI
Julia Wu
Co-founder of Spark AI and an advocate for AI solutions in clean energy
Spark AI
Episode: AI is REVOLUTIONIZING Clean Energy Permits
Anuj Saigal
Co-founder of Spark AI with extensive experience in energy and transportation infrastructure
Spark AI
Episode: AI is REVOLUTIONIZING Clean Energy Permits
Christian Farivar
Founder of Karh Energy
Karh Energy
Episode: Solving NYC's Energy Crisis: 30-Year Battery Tech for Urban Grids

Hosts

Tim Montague
Co-host of Clean Power Hour.
John Weaver
Co-host of Clean Power Hour.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Solar News You Can Use!

    If you want to know what’s going on on the ground, listen to this podcast! Tim has an ear for what is important and what’s around the corner. He combines deep policy knowledge with folks who are getting it done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nancylaplaca
    United States2 months ago
  • Quality!

    Clean Power Hour has some of the best renewable energy content available! Tim is an expert in this space and it shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David Florenz
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic show

    The show every solar professional can benefit from! Thanks for curating such great guests and conversations. I learn something relevant to my work every time I listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben P Metcalf
    United States2 years ago
  • Simplified but great information

    I met Tim in our Chint Power Systems Sales summit in InterSolar San Diego. Since then, I started listening his episodes. That keeps me updated of the market status and business opportunities from great guests on the broadcast. I highly recommend it and will fully support his show 👍!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayne L. CPS
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Solar show

    This is the best Solar podcast I’ve found and I tried many. I’m new to the industry but there’s a broad range of thoughtful information for newbies to very seasoned Solar pros. Loads of great guests and current news trends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim in NYC
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for providing relevant insights into renewable energy trends and innovations.
Many appreciate the blend of technical knowledge with practical advice, making complex subjects accessible.

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Climate Restoration: The $2B Plan to Return to 300 ppm #327
Q: What can people do who are listening to this to become part of this movement?
Listeners can commit to sponsoring climate restoration and express their passion for giving their children a safe climate.
Climate Restoration: The $2B Plan to Return to 300 ppm #327
Q: What was the light bulb moment for you?
Peter's moment came when he realized that trying to save lives wasn't enough if the world was a 'hot house'. He aimed to create a better life that considers the environment.
Whole Home Backup; Battery Storage for Every Home
Q: What should prosumers and installers be thinking about in this whole home space?
Installers should consider the proper kilowatt-hour to kilowatt ratio of solar and make sure the battery system is optimized to prevent overextension during outages.
Whole Home Backup; Battery Storage for Every Home
Q: What is EG4, and what are you bringing to the American consumer?
EG4 is a battery OEM focused on providing solutions for residential energy independence, targeting customers with high energy needs.
Energy Projects Just Got Faster With AI
Q: What is your platform designed to do?
Maryssa described their platform as an AI-powered workspace that connects existing tools to expedite workflows and improve efficiency across energy project development teams.

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The podcast focuses on accelerating the clean energy transition by discussing automation, innovations, and technologies instrumental in transforming how energy is produced and consumed. Episodes cover various topics related to renewable energy, including solar energy advancements, battery storage developments, grid modernization, and the implications of artificial intelligence and zoning laws on clean energy projects. A unique aspect is the inclusion of expert insights, featuring guests from different sectors of the energy industry, which enriches the conversations with real-world applications and solutions to current energy challenges.

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8. Anuj Saigal

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