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This Week in Solar

Exact Solar
Solar Energy
Plug-In Solar
Exact Solar
Inflation Reduction Act
Solar
Balcony Solar
Solar Power
Elon Musk
United States
Solar Energy Industries Association
Substack
Solar Recycling
PJM Interconnection
Off-Grid Solar
Battery Storage
Virtual Power Plant
Residential Solar
Artificial Intelligence
Domestic Solar Manufacturing
Energy Storage

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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I’m going to be testing a plug-in solar system on my house, and as I’ve researched the best way to set it up, I’ve realized that some limitations will have to be solved before this is widely adopted in the U.S.

Yesterday I went to pick u... more

Aaron talks with Rob Avis, an engineer and permaculture designer who walked away from a career in the fossil fuel industry to found 5thWorld. Rob and his team design food, water, and energy-autonomous homes, acreages, and farms.

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Recent Guests

Craig Morris
Executive Director of Germany's Plug-in Solar Association
Plug-in Solar Association (Germany)
Episode: Balcony Solar's Biggest Problem Isn't Legalization
Rob Avis
Founder of Verge Permaculture, co-creator of 5thWorld
5thWorld/Verge Permaculture
Episode: Leaving Big Oil to Build Self-Sufficient Homes: Rob Avis
Sean Garren Decray
Chief Program Officer at Vote Solar
Vote Solar
Episode: How We (Literally) Take Our Power Back: Sean Garren Decray
Hannah Malus
VP of Strategy and Advocacy background in clean energy communications
Clean Energy for America; Center for American Progress; Environmental Defense Fund
Episode: Energy Doesn't Have to Be So Boring: Watts The Tea
Zainab Mirza
Senior Director of Partnerships and Policy with history in DOE Loan Programs Office
Center for American Progress; Clean Energy for America; Department of Energy
Episode: Energy Doesn't Have to Be So Boring: Watts The Tea
Kellie Macpherson
Executive at Radian Generation focusing on compliance and security for renewables
Radian Generation
Episode: Every Solar Company Needs a Thought Leader: Kellie Macpherson
Dave Kirkpatrick
Co-founder and managing director of SJF Ventures
SJF Ventures
Episode: 40-Year Cleantech Investor Shares What He Looks for in Entrepreneurs: Dave Kirkpatrick
Jeff Spies
President of Planet PlanSets; solar plan drafting expert
Planet PlanSets
Episode: How Off-Grid Hippies Kick-Started The Solar Industry: Jeff Spies and Jason Vetterli
Jason Vetterli
Filmmaker and editor; modern racking specialist
Independent/Co-Producer of Solar Roots
Episode: How Off-Grid Hippies Kick-Started The Solar Industry: Jeff Spies and Jason Vetterli

Host

Aaron Nichols
Host of This Week in Solar

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 States7 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 States7 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 States7 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 States7 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 States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Thoughtful, industry-savvy discussions that unpack complex topics without jargon.
Informative, credible guests; host maintains engaging, accessible tone.
Clear, concise solar updates that fit into a commute.
Short-form news bits plus deep-dive interviews provide value for sponsors and listeners.
Occasional snarky remarks noted by some listeners; overall high quality.

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How We (Literally) Take Our Power Back: Sean Garren Decray
Q: What's one of your favorite stories of a high-impact project you've worked on?
Sean shares examples from community solar in New Jersey and Habitat for Humanity projects that illustrate how solar can create meaningful job opportunities, empower individuals, and reduce utility bills for low-income households, while also demonstrating the broader social benefits of solar adoption.
Every Solar Company Needs a Thought Leader: Kellie Macpherson
Q: What have you had to overcome within your company to make it OK for you to tell this story?
She highlights strong support from the CEO and leadership, and emphasizes that permission isn't needed when there is a clear value in thought leadership and credibility for the business.
Every Solar Company Needs a Thought Leader: Kellie Macpherson
Q: Will you introduce yourself and talk a bit more about your role at Radian Generation?
Kellie explains she joined Radian in 2019 to build out the compliance and security business, expanding beyond asset and software focus to ensure renewables are reliable and properly managed, with NERC compliance as a core strength.
40-Year Cleantech Investor Shares What He Looks for in Entrepreneurs: Dave Kirkpatrick
Q: What are commonalities you see in the winning solar companies?
The strongest companies often have repeat teams with experience in utilities and energy markets, solid execution capabilities, and a clear path to scale with proven customer demand rather than solely relying on technology. Strong go-to-market and financing strategies are essential.
The Future is Filled With Solar and Sheep: Rebekah Pierce
Q: Being an educator and moving into solar writing and outreach, how has your background helped or hindered your ability to communicate these ideas effectively?
Rebekah discusses the importance of clear communication, reducing jargon, and meeting people where they are, stressing that food security and local, integrated energy systems can appeal across political divides more effectively than climate-centric messaging.

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

A concise, high-velocity briefing on solar, policy updates, and practical energy storytelling. The show centers on how clean energy projects affect households and communities, with a steady mix of quick news bites and longer interviews that unpack industry dynamics, incentives, and technology trends. Notable strengths include a clear emphasis on accessibility in complex topics, human-centered storytelling, and timely coverage of policy shifts, grid integration, and emerging solar initiatives like balcony and plug-in systems. A recurring highlight is bridging technical detail with real-world implications, making it useful for listeners who want to stay informed and for potential guests or sponsors seeking clear, actionable relevance to the s... more

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