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Nico Johnson takes you into conversations with those at the forefront of Renewable Energy. SunCast gives an inside look into what is happening in renewable energy. From conversations with the biggest Solar Panel manufacturers in the world to the small startups creating the future of renewable energy, such as carbon capture and battery technology breakthroughs. SunCast is dedicated to providing the... more

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Latest Episodes

Risk looks different depending on where you're standing.

In Episode 936 (Jason Kaminsky & 2026 The Solar Risk Assessment), we explored risk through the lens of data, operations, and asset performance.

Today’s episode looks at it through the eyes of... more

Solar projects are increasingly being financed and operated as long-life infrastructure assets. That means the industry can no longer rely on assumptions about risk—we need evidence.

In this episode, Jason Kaminsky, CEO of kWh Analytics, walks us th... more

A solar moratorium nearly shut down Alabama’s emerging solar market before most of the industry even saw it coming.

For years, the prevailing assumption has been that clean energy growth would be concentrated in politically progressive states while ... more

Climatetech is entering a different phase.

The era of easy capital, oversized narratives, and growth-at-all-costs expectations is giving way to something more demanding: disciplined execution, durable business models, strong commercialization pathwa... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Kirkpatrick
Managing Director at SJF Ventures
SJF Ventures
Episode: 934: What Makes Companies Investable Now | David Kirkpatrick
Jessica Fishman
Clean energy marketing advisor
Independent consultant / marketing advisor for clean energy
Episode: 933: Why Facts Don’t Sell Clean Energy | Jessica Fishman
Sam Buffington
Business development manager at Pylon Technologies
Pylon Technologies
Episode: 932: The Battery Storage Mistakes Installers Must Avoid | Sam Buffington
Doreen Harris
President of NYSERDA
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Episode: 931: Inside New York's $150B Energy Bet — And It's Bigger Than Data Centers | Doreen Harris
Jon Parrella
CEO of Terraflow
Terraflow
Episode: 930: Why AI Data Centers Demand a Responsive Grid | Jon Parrella & Anna Siefken
Devrim Celal
Chief Flexibility Officer
Kraken (Octopus Energy group)
Episode: 929: How Kraken Is Turning Grid Chaos Into Coordination | Devrim Celal
Michael Thomas
Founder of Cleanview, data and analytics for energy build-out
Cleanview
Episode: 926: Are Data Centers Bypassing the Grid? | Michael Thomas, Cleanview
Ahmad Chatila
Former SunEdison leader, semiconductor-to-solar executive
SunEdison / TerraForm
Episode: 925: Ahmad Chatila & Jigar Shah on Solar’s Capital Problem
Joe Farney
Chief of Staff / Co-founder at Create Energy
Create Energy
Episode: 924: From Parts to Platform: Building Solar Without Friction | Create Energy

Host

Nico Johnson
Host of SunCast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 315 ratings
  • Invaluable.... Excellent guests with timely and actionable information.

    Podchaser
    5
    Chris Larsen
    2 months ago
  • Varied and relevant

    Put this pod in your follow list, there’s a lot of interest to non-solar heads as well

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SBowenNC
    United States2 months ago
  • SunCast for insight

    I’ve known Nico since before the podcast was created. His authentic dedication to the renewables industry, its impact, and its people are embodied beautifully in the show. Nico’s approach humanizes the business and policy context through engaging connections with remarkable guests. SunCast gives me insight that is not available elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cpmerrigan
    United States5 months ago
  • A Must Listen. Do not miss an episode

    I have been listening to Nico and Suncast for 4 years. I wait for each episode to drop. Always a great listen. Just the right amount of time and depth. Relevant. Nico with his deep experience in the space teases out nuggets and information that I will use almost immediately. Nico’s curated selection of guests never disappoint. Please keep doing what you do! Thank you Nico for your contributions to the sector.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcastadvocate
    United States10 months ago
  • Deep insight into all things solar, clean energy, and beyond!

    Listening to Suncast , I feel like I’m riding shotgun on a road trip through the solar industry, and SO much more. Nico always shows up with deep, insightful questions to ask his incredible variety of guests, and he assembles such a rich diversity of experts from across the industry. I’ve learned so much about the state of the grid, emergent technologies and products across the clean energy sector, financing of solar projects, the nuts and bolts of the IRA and other legislation that’s been passe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zachelrath
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Highly regarded for connecting policy, technology, and market dynamics in renewables.
Shows deep industry knowledge with a strong host interview style.
A small minority feel the depth can be dense or technical for newcomers.
Guests are diverse and bring practical, actionable insights for developers and investors.

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Talking Points

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933: Why Facts Don’t Sell Clean Energy | Jessica Fishman
Q: How should industry leaders use LinkedIn to reinforce their messaging?
Jessica argues LinkedIn should be part of a broader, interconnected campaign, with regular, thoughtful engagement, not just promotional posts, and recommends planning a content calendar and active participation in others' posts.
933: Why Facts Don’t Sell Clean Energy | Jessica Fishman
Q: What practical steps can companies take to improve communications without huge budgets?
She suggests grassroots advocacy, empowering employees as spokespeople, and creating scalable, high-level campaigns; emphasize CAPEX-style messaging to reach new communities and align incentives through system-level changes.
933: Why Facts Don’t Sell Clean Energy | Jessica Fishman
Q: When did you realize there was a clean energy communication problem beyond just technology?
Jessica explains that politicization and public perception created a need for value-based messaging; she notes that energy literacy and emotional resonance are crucial to move audiences and policy, not just technical facts.
934: What Makes Companies Investable Now | David Kirkpatrick
Q: How should founders think about capital sources beyond venture funding?
Founders should explore a mix of capital options early, including non-dilutive sources and strategic investors, and seek coaching on capital structure to ensure alignment with their growth plan. The idea is to build a diversified capital stack that supports scale rather than burning through capital too quickly.
934: What Makes Companies Investable Now | David Kirkpatrick
Q: What do founders typically stumble over in the pitch process when seeking climate capital?
Founders often focus too much on technical novelty without mapping out the appropriate capital structure and stage-appropriate funding. They should research each fund's stage focus, understand whether they are seed, Series A, or later, and consider non-dilutive sources like customer deposits or grants to supplement VC funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SunCast

What is SunCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A forward-looking energy podcast that centers conversations with leaders across solar, storage, policy, and finance to unpack how the clean energy transition is being financed, scaled, and regulated. Episodes frequently explore market signals, grid modernization, and the practical realities of deploying technology—from storage and EVs to long-duration storage and data-center electrification—along with the policy environments that shape investment and adoption. Notable strengths include a track record of high-profile guests, actionable industry insights, and a consistent emphasis on bridging technical detail with business strategy, storytelling, and real-world implementation. The show tends to attract listeners involved in project developmen... more

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SunCast launched 11 years ago and published 946 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Dave Kirkpatrick
2. Jessica Fishman
3. Sam Buffington
4. Doreen Harris
5. Jon Parrella
6. Devrim Celal
7. Michael Thomas
8. Ahmad Chatila

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