
Join seasoned solar experts William Grant and Austin Bare for The Solar Power Hour, the official podcast of Sun Collectors, a veteran-owned solar company based in Peoria, Illinois.
Each episode dives into the world of solar energy, renewable technology, and community-powered sustainability — featuring local stories, industry insights, and special guests making an impact across Central Illinois.
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| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 33 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In Episode 33 of the Solar Power Hour, William Grant and Austin Bare discuss ordering sunlight from space, misleading solar sales tactics, Tesla batteries and virtual power plants, solar subscription models, rising Ameren electricity rates, and why o... more
Your power bill is about to get 60% more expensive over the next two to three years.
In this episode, we break down why, from the Section 232 tariffs that just quadrupled solar panel costs to how all of that gets passed directly to your utility rate... more
In Episode 31 of The Solar Power Hour, host William Grant and co-host Austin Bare go deep on one core question: why are so many solar leases and prepaid PPAs such bad deals for homeowners? Drawing from real competitor contracts they’ve reviewed in Ce... more
In Episode 30 of The Solar Power Hour, host William Grant and co-host Austin Bare zoom out from Central Illinois to the global picture: deadly European heat waves, earthquakes, and a spike in tornado activity. From Paris being hotter than Death Valle... more
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A practical, regionally rooted show focused on solar energy, policy, and community impact. Episodes routinely compare ownership models to leasing, examine incentives and grid trends, and highlight storage, resilience, and local partnerships in Central Illinois. Listeners can expect blunt industry critique, actionable financing guidance, and behind-the-scenes stories about local installers, schools, museums, and government partners, all with a strong emphasis on ethics, transparency, and customer empowerment. The format often blends local context with tech explainers, making it useful for homeowners, small business owners, and professionals evaluating solar projects or seeking community-focused energy solutions.
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Recent guests on Solar Power Hour include:
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