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Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast
Battery Storage
Rooftop Solar
Solar Energy
Energy Transition
Sundrive
Australia
Solar Manufacturing
Heat Pumps
Copper Solar Cells
Renewable Energy
Project Symphony
Australian Solar Industry
Batteries
Solar Power
Western Power
Virtual Power Plant
Virtual Power Plants
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
Net Zero Targets
Agrivoltaics

Join Renew Economy founder Giles Parkinson and editor Sophie Vorrath as they discuss the ins & outs of the solar industry and what it means for consumers.

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Latest Episodes

Matthew van der Linden from Flow Power shares his conviction that people have the power – and the tech – to take control of their energy costs. Plus news of the week.

Jonathan Pooch from DETA Consulting on the untapped riches of energy productivity. Plus news of the week.

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Ben McGowan, managing director of community-owned retailer Indigo Power, on the key role mid-scale batteries can play in regional energy resilience. Plus news of the week.

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Camilla Hamilton from Cogency explains the importance of research, listening, and good coffee when consulting with communities on renewables. Plus news of the week.

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Pooch
Jono, with DETA Consulting
DETA Consulting
Episode: How saving energy can save businesses a fortune
Ben McGowan
Managing Director of Indigo Power
Indigo Power
Episode: How bushfires sparked a neighbourhood battery blueprint
Camilla Hamilton
Head of engagement at Melbourne planning firm Cogency (Cogency spelled in transcript as Codency)
Cogency
Episode: What's the right way to consult with communities?
Jay Gordon
Specialist energy finance analyst
Ieefa
Episode: How fixing network tariffs could break home battery economics
Sahan Karimi
Founder and CEO of Optigrid
Optigrid
Episode: Zen and the art of battery optimisation
Melissa Gander
CEO of Kaluza
Kaluza
Episode: Energy smarts for home batteries and EVs
David McElrea
New Chief Advocacy Officer of the Smart Energy Council
Smart Energy Council
Episode: Big trouble in the small-scale battery rebate
Dean Williamson
Head of Australia and New Zealand at GoodWe
GoodWe
Episode: Riding the home battery wave
Neeraj Das
CEO of ElecSome, focused on recycling solar panels
ElecSome
Episode: Silicon, silver and sliding doors

Hosts

Sophie Vorrath
Editor of Renew Economy and One Step Off the Grid; senior journalist covering solar, energy policy, and distributed energy resources.
Rachel Williamson
Senior Reporter at Renew Economy; covers energy policy, solar industry developments, and market dynamics.
Giles Parkinson
Editor-in-Chief/Co-founder of Renew Economy; veteran journalist focusing on energy policy, solar industry, and market trends.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 213 ratings
  • Solar Insiders

    When the offshore wind debate first started there was one particular titbit that I’ll never forget - the rain water washes chemicals off the Wind Turbine blades which causes Whales to become sterilized.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wersula
    Australiaa month ago
  • Generally fantastic any chance of listener questions?

    I found the recent Engie's Ryan Wavish so frustrating to listen to I was literally shouting at well , nothing really… seriously paying people to turn off their solar?!! We don’t want curtailment! Why wouldn’t they offer free electricity to those consumers like OVO to try and change demand habits or even better use the money to install grid scale batteries themselves to improve grid stability! 😡

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Matt Burgher
    Australia10 months ago
  • Fabulous content, technical quality not so much

    As the title says I going the content fascinating and well researched. However most of my listening is on the car and the changes in volume during the show between presenters is annoying and takes away a lot of the pleasure of listening to this great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Always Interested Gary
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great topics- audio quality no so great.

    This is a great podcasts but I find the audio quality particularly for guests to be a little muffled. Can you please look to improve it?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    aussienonickname
    Australia3 years ago
  • Great Solar Podcast

    This is a great series of sessions with tons of detailed information about designing and building profitable solar parks. Torsten from The Solar Journey Podcast www.solarjourney.blog.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TBLE1969
    Germany4 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show delivers deep industry insight with current topics and practical implications for solar and energy policy.
Overall, a highly regarded source for solar industry news, policy updates, and market analysis, with strong engagement from professionals in the sector.
Guests and topics are consistently informative, featuring knowledgeable industry figures and policy discussions.
Listeners appreciate the candid discussions and real-world case studies, though some describe a perceived pro-solar industry bias.
Audio quality is sometimes inconsistent and the hosts occasionally talk over guests, which can detract from the listening experience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#35
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#133
New Zealand/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#209
South Africa/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How saving energy can save businesses a fortune
Q: What are the main sources of energy wastage at industrial facilities?
The main sources include compressed air leaks, steam and water leaks, poorly chosen refrigeration set points, and unnecessary operation of boilers and lights; fixing these can yield meaningful savings.
Big trouble in the small-scale battery rebate
Q: Do you feel like you've got the government's ear on this?
Yes, there's a sense that the government is engaged with the industry and motivated to ensure the program's success, understanding the need for adjustments as issues arise.
Big trouble in the small-scale battery rebate
Q: What has gone wrong with the battery rebate scheme?
While the battery rebate program has seen significant success, concerns include the potential exhaustion of funds before the planned duration and the installation of larger batteries than anticipated, which could limit the benefit to smaller consumers.
Riding the home battery wave
Q: How has the introduction of the Federal rebate impacted battery installation?
The rebate has dramatically shifted the market dynamics, making battery installation more appealing and increasing average battery sizes to 20-24 kilowatt hours.
Riding the home battery wave
Q: Can you tell us about GoodWe and its position in the Australian market?
GoodWe has been in Australia for nearly 13 years, initially selling solar inverters and now providing a full suite of solar solutions including batteries and electric vehicle chargers.

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A technical, industry-focused show that centers on solar, storage, and the broader energy transition in Australia. Episodes frequently feature industry leaders, researchers, and policy advocates discussing grid economics, battery technology, rebates, virtual power plants, and consumer energy experiences. The hosts balance deep policy and market dynamics with practical implications for installers, developers, startups, and energy consumers, often including hands-on insights from company leaders and regulatory perspectives. The show is notable for its candor, practical expertise, and willingness to critique policy and market design when it affects adoption, reliability, or value for listeners.

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2. Ben McGowan
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7. David McElrea
8. Dean Williamson

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