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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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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 James Sh... more

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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, not just ... more

#EP323 Building clean energy projects faster starts with better tools. Maryssa Barron, Founder and CEO of BuildQ, joins Tim Montague to discuss how AI transforms energy project development. 

Maryssa Barron is the founder and CEO of BuildQ, the enter... more

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This week on Clean Power Hour Live, Tim Montague and John Weaver break down the biggest solar and storage headlines shaping the industry right now.

The US reached 40 gigawatts of grid storage in 2025, beating the 35 gigawatt goal set in 2017. But su... more

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Recent Guests

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
Brandon Wagoner
Vice President of Strategy for Middle Tennessee Electric Co-op
Middle Tennessee Electric Co-op
Episode: How Electric Co-ops Drive Tennessee Solar + Battery Storage Growth
Sean Kelly
CEO of Amperon with extensive experience in power markets and trading.
Amperon
Episode: AI Energy Forecasting: How Machine Learning is Transforming the Grid
Daniel Dus
CEO and founder of Clean Tech Industry Resources and founder of Solar Fight Night
Clean Tech Industry Resources
Episode: The Global Team Strategy That's SLASHING Solar Project Costs
Peter Asmus
Expert in microgrids and author of the upcoming book, Alaska Microgrid Innovators
Episode: Masdar 5.2GW Solar Plus 19GWh Storage: World's First 24/7 Solar Plant

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 Statesa year 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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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.
Energy Projects Just Got Faster With AI
Q: How did you get interested in AI and the AI energy nexus?
Maryssa shared her journey from working in the energy sector, her experience with corporate buyers of renewable energy, to founding BuildQ AI focused on leveraging AI for energy project management.
Solving NYC's Energy Crisis: 30-Year Battery Tech for Urban Grids
Q: Can you talk about the seed round at all?
We're raising about a million and a half for the pre-seed round, and we aim for a larger round of about 100 million for future growth.
How 41 US States Are Deploying Energy Storage and Smart Grids?
Q: What trends stood out in the Q2 report?
Energy storage, microgrids, and virtual power plants are prominent trends across many states.
How 41 US States Are Deploying Energy Storage and Smart Grids?
Q: From your vantage point, how would you define grid modernization in 2025?
Grid modernization now focuses on two-way energy flows and integrating distributed energy resources.

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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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