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This Week in Solar

Exact Solar
Solar Energy
Plug-In Solar
Domestic Solar Manufacturing
Balcony Solar
Inflation Reduction Act
Rapid Shutdown Devices
Primergy Power
25D
Exact Solar
Artificial Intelligence
Solar Batteries / Energy Storage
Residential Solar Tax Credit
Commercial Tax Credit
Renewable Energy Policy
Heliovolta
Rapid Shutdown
Carey International Group
HVAC Industry
Database Reactivation
O&M Memberships

A weekly look at what's new in solar, brought to you by Exact Solar. Clean energy news, policy updates, and stories that matter. exactsolar.substack.com

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What’s New:

Plug-in solar panels are cheap, easy to install, and massively popular in Eur... more

Aaron Nichols talks with Lisa Shulock, Director of Commercial Programs at the Philadelphia Energy Authority.

Lisa is a policy expert dedicated to proving that solar is a powerful tool for economic stability and poverty reduction (and not just for h... more

We decided to try something new for this episode! I invited Anders Alexander to give commentary on this developing story, but kept it under 5 minutes. If you like this format, let us know in the comments, and we’ll do more of them!

You can listen t... more

Aaron Nichols sits down with Laura Gutierrez, seasoned solar professional and co-founder of SolarSync.

Laura shares her journey from journalist and yoga teacher to the front lines of international solar business development.

They dive into what so... more

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Recent Guests

Lisa Shulock
Director of Commercial Programs, Philadelphia Energy Authority
Philadelphia Energy Authority
Episode: Lisa Shulock: Why Isn't Solar On Every Commercial Building?
Laura Gutierrez
Solar industry professional; entrepreneur with experience in solar distribution and Latin America markets
Episode: How Any Homeowner Can Choose the Right Solar Company: Laura Gutierrez
Tim Montague
Solar consultant and podcast host of The Clean Power Hour
Independent consultant
Episode: How AI Can Actually Help Solar Companies: Tim Montague
Jesse Callahan
Founder/leader building out a solar division inside Ironhead Roofing
Ironhead (Solar division within roofing company)
Episode: Operations Steps Most Solar Companies Miss: Jesse Callahan
Sonny Sacks
Database Reactivation Specialist, expert in leveraging CRM data for solar/home-services
Independent consultant / solar industry specialist
Episode: Every Solar Company Misses This Obvious Step: Sonny Sacks
Adam Larner
Chief Operating Officer at Primergy Power
Primergy Power
Episode: There's Room for Every Solar Company to Win: Adam Larner
Derrick the Solarboi
Solar technician and electrician; content creator and educator
Episode: Solar's Gotten Too Complex: Derek The Solarboi

Host

Aaron Nichols
Host of This Week in Solar; associated with Exact Solar; serves as research and policy specialist and on-air host.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Perfect updates for for my commute!

    Love listening to this channel’s updates during my drives — keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FluffKittens
    United States3 months ago
  • A Great, Informative Podcast

    Overall, this podcast gives a great review of current events in the solar industry. The host’s perspective is informed, honest, and slightly playful;)

    I think I’ll be listening to this podcast more on my drive to work. This podcast is exact-ly how I’m going to stay informed on news regarding renewable energy from now on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foolsgold96
    United States3 months ago
  • The best solar podcast!

    This podcast is great for everything solar. I love that they have short 5-minute summaries as well as some longer form interviews. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Randomopinions
    United States3 months ago
  • Smart, Engaging Listen!

    This Week in Solar is a consistently smart, engaging listen for anyone interested in where clean energy is actually headed. I really like the host, Aaron. I think he brings deep industry knowledge and a calm, curious presence that makes complex topics easy to understand without oversimplifying them. Thanks, Aaron!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Detroit based
    United States3 months ago
  • Solid Solar News

    Great podcast. Well informed and easy to digest. If you’re looking for a quick update on the latest news bites or some cool interviews this is the place to go.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Don Rae Goo
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Positive feedback on quick updates and engaging guests; occasional critiques about snark but still highly valued.
Listeners appreciate concise, digestible solar news and practical interviews.
The host's industry knowledge comes through, making complex topics easy to understand.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Operations Steps Most Solar Companies Miss: Jesse Callahan
Q: How did you structure your messaging to customers so that you could effectively launch that new change and keep the new thing on track?
Jesse emphasizes honesty and transparency, acknowledges the learning curve of a still-maturing solar market, and frames differences in customer profiles to tailor conversations. He explains bringing in subject-matter experts when needed and outlining the expected path from sale through design to installation to ensure customers understand the tradeoffs and benefits.
There's Room for Every Solar Company to Win: Adam Larner
Q: What do you see as the key bridge between current energy systems and a more renewable-heavy future?
Natural gas has bridged gaps as coal declines, but with batteries and renewables scaling, we're moving toward a diversified grid where multiple energy sources complement each other and improve overall efficiency.
There's Room for Every Solar Company to Win: Adam Larner
Q: How do you think we should balance calling out bad practices with maintaining a constructive, collaborative industry.
It's situational, but generally we should avoid public shaming and instead engage directly to address issues, share best practices, and uplift credible players who are delivering real value.
There's Room for Every Solar Company to Win: Adam Larner
Q: Adam, would you like to give us an overview of your role at Primergy Power and what you focus on there?
I'm the COO, supporting construction, asset management, operations, procurement, engineering, and the entire development cycle from Turnkey Greenfield Development through construction to long-term operations as a utility-scale solar and storage developer.
Lisa Shulock: Why Isn't Solar On Every Commercial Building?
Q: What policy changes could unlock more commercial solar, especially in places like Pennsylvania?
Raising the renewable energy targets within state AEPS and enabling community solar are key levers. Community solar allows ownership models that don't require roof access or tenant cooperations, making solar feasible for warehouses and multi-tenant properties.

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What is This Week in Solar about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A pragmatic briefing on solar industry developments, policy shifts, and market dynamics, complemented by practical interviews with operators, engineers, and policy experts. Episodes frequently cover policy incentives, lifecycle economics, and real-world deployment challenges, with a strong emphasis on actionable takeaways for practitioners and decision-makers in solar installation, financing, and program design. A notable strength is the mix of concise news updates and hands-on operation-focused discussions, giving listeners fast access to both high-level context and ground-truth insights. This makes it useful for professionals evaluating partnerships, sponsorships, or guest opportunities, as well as advertisers seeking technically inclined... more

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