In this episode of Watts in the News, we talk about the giant solar field in Australia, advancements in solar cell technology, and spiders ballooning. Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or you can find us across social media @GRNESolar or on Instagram @WattsUpPodcast From this episode Solar Cell Technology:...

Marie, Ryan, and Conner are joined by Mike Casey of Tigercomm. During this episode, we discuss everything from marketing, sales, and the landscape of the clean energy economy.  From the Show: Tigercomm - https://www.tigercomm.us/ PV Magazine - https://www.pv-magazine.com/ Planet of the Humans- https://planetofthehumans.com/ Seth Godin - https://www.sethgodin.com/ Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or you can...

Conner joins Marie and Ryan as they shoot the breeze about the science behind wind turbines. Ryan kicks off the episode teaching us about the science of wind then Conner and Marie get into the history and anatomy of wind turbines.  From the show: Renewable Energy World: www.renewableenergyworld.com/2014/11/21/history-of-wind-turbines/#gref American Wind Energy Association: www.awea.org/wind-101/basics-of-wind-energy/wind-facts-at-a-glance Engineering: -...

Marie and Ryan are joined by Conner during this week’s Watts in the News. This week features articles about the Red Gate Woods in southwest Chicago, Rebuilding Puerto Rico, and Internet Hijinx. From the Show: Red Gate Woods: https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/red-gate-woods/ Silk Leaf: https://www.zmescience.com/ecology/green-living/silk-leaf-first-biological-leaf-055343/ Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or...

Marie and Ryan are joined by fellow colleagues Eric Gronwick and Conner Allen for Part II of the roundtable discussion about Governor Pritzker's 8-Principles for a Clean & Renewable Illinois Economy. From the Show: Part I can be found where ever you hear your podcasts or at www.GRNESolar.com/Wattsuppodcast VW Settlement Plan: https://www2.illinois.gov/epa/topics/air-quality/driving-a-cleaner-illinois/vw-settlement/Pages/default.aspx Information about the PACE program:...

The Watts Up usuals, Marie and Ryan, are joined by fellow colleagues Eric Gronwick and Andrew Frum. On August 20, Governor Pritzker’s office released the “Putting Consumers & Climate First, Governor Pritzker’s Eight Principles for a Clean & Renewable Illinois Economy.” During Part I of this II-part series, we will be covering Principle's 1-4.  Up Next Week: Part II of the Roundtable Discussion covering Principle's 5-8.  From the show: Damn Daniel YouTube Video:...

Marie and Ryan talk with 16-year solar industry veteran Cameron Stewart. Cameron is the Storage Application Engineer for the SolarEdge Energy Hub with Prism Technology. During this episode, we pick Cameron’s brain about the inverter gamechanger. We talk about how the Energy Hub works, how a system is designed, and how Cameron has seen the industry change throughout his career.  From the Show: SolarEdge: www.solaredge.com/us Span.IO: www.span.io/ Learn more about this technology by...

During this Watts in the News episode, Marie and Ryan discuss the concept of nixing plastic rings for a biodegradable option, renewable energy goals, and other ideas in the name of sustainability and renewable energy. From the Show: · No confirmation about the plastic rings patent. · Eco Six Pack Ring: https://www.e6pr.com/about-e6pr · Saltwater Brewery: https://saltwaterbrewery.com/ · Saltwater Brewery Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YG9gUJMGyw ·  Natural Ant Repellant Episode:...

Since 2009, SunSpec Alliance has been spearheading the global education and compliance standards for developers, manufacturers, and service providers of the solar industry. Marie and Ryan are pleased to be joined by Tom Tansy, Chairman of SunSpec Alliance. We discuss various codes, mandates, and narrow focus on the Rapid Shutdown Alliance Standard that ensures the safety and further proofing for solar assets during this episode. To learn more about SunSpec Alliance, please visit...

We're back to bring you another Watts in the News (WITN).  First up, we dive into the newest proposed bill the Moving Forward Act which extends the ITC plus much more to help the momentum of renewable energy across the nation. Then we get into hot news topics of proposed solar mandates for new homes across 10-states and the high cost of electricity in Texas.  Links from the Show: Moving Forward Act:...

Ryan and Marie bore into the topic of geothermal energy... get it? They cover everything from the geothermal technologies, innovations, cost, and more during this episode of Watts Up. Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or you can find us across social media @GRNESolar or on Instagram @WattsUpPodcast

Marie and Ryan are back on video talking about Watts in the News. Marie goes the outdoor route by sharing environmentally friendly pest control options for your home and garden. Ryan shares the incredible impact of switching to a green cement option. From the Show: List of Organic Pest Control Methods: https://www.gardeningchannel.com/10-organic-pest-control-methods/ https://www.cooperpest.com/blog/what-is-green-or-organic-pest-control Green Cement:...

Ryan and Marie are joined by Conner and Andrew for a very special audio and video version of the Watts Up podcast. During this episode, this cast of characters has selected sustainable items from their own homes to share their function and impact.  To find the video recording of this episode visit: https://youtu.be/Dy3vKoqipEc Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or you can find us across social media @GRNESolar or...

We hope everyone is staying home and staying safe. During this Earth Day episode, Ryan and Marie bring you Watts in the News. We cover, big corporation recycling, diamond batteries, bugs, and innovations to reduce plastic waste.  In this episode: Chipolte Glove Recycling: www.inc.com/kevin-j-ryan/chipotle-sustainability-revolution-bag-recycling-gloves.html Batteries from Nuclear Waste:...

Ryan and Marie are pleased to be joined by Matthias Schaepers, Global Sustainability Manager at SMA America. When it comes to corporate social responsibility, SMA America has the process to success down to a science. Their KPI's for CSR run throughout the global company making the objectives a core value of each department.  Before we speak with Matthias, we explore Watts in the News. First talking about other companies that are praised for their CSR and then get into Coca Cola's...

Ryan and Marie are beyond excited to present Part I of this two-part interview with leaders at SMA America. SMA is one of the largest inverter manufacturers around the globe and has a hand in many different areas that support solar and renewable energy technologies. In this episode, Director of Marketing, Brad Dore of SMA, joins us to share about the company and the Energy Management Systems they have to offer. From being an inverter powerhouse to batteries to EV chargers - SMA continues to...

Marie and Ryan kick off another episode with ‘Watts In The News’, touching on the subject of new solar technologies and the accessibility of EV charging services for long road trips. Then hear as they speak with Clayton Bartczak, Sustainability Team Leader, from Colorado based, sustainability consulting company Ambient Energy.  Clayton reviews the steps buildings can make to implement energy management systems and in turn promote productivity with energy solutions. Clayton also shares his...

The Beyond Burger and Impossible Burgers have been taking over fast-food chains from Burger King to Dunkin Donuts. Marie and Ryan take a deep dive (even a taste test), into what this phenomenon is all about and what environmental impact plant-based meats have. After we share what we’ve learned, Marie and Ryan dig into a meal to compare a Burger King Whopper Burger to the Impossible Burger. Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit,...

Marie and Ryan are back on the mics for Season 2. During this short teaser, hear about where we've been and what we have planned for 2020.  To submit your show ideas and suggestions email: [email protected] or [email protected] Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or you can find us across social media @GRNESolar or on Instagram @WattsUpPodcast

We are joined by Lee Webster and Ed Bixby the Presidents of Green Burial Council, which is an organization that provides advisory leadership on the practices of sustainable burial.  Part I, we speak with Lee to get a history and overview of the methods used. During Part II, we talk with Ed, who takes us through the practices of a burial and what can be expected. From the Show: Green Burial Council, www.greenburialcouncil.orgLet Your Love Grow,...

Marie and Ryan are joined by Paul Mitchell, Executive Director of Energy Systems Network. Paul shares with us the advancements of sustainability in Indiana through the Rapid Transit Bus Line, an Affordable Housing Project, The Moving Forward collaboration, and provides his take on micro-mobility for the city of Indianapolis. From the ShowPaul Mitchell from ESN Website, www.energysystemsnetwork.com/projects Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about...

Marie and Ryan speak with by Tom Peacock-Nazil, co-founder and CEO of the organization, Seven Clean Seas. Our discussion with Tom covers the plastic crisis, beach clean-ups, an innovation to offset your plastic use, and the #trashtag. Stay tuned after the interview to hear the conversation with a Reddit famous family about their participation in the #trashtag! From the show: Seven Clean Seas, www.sevencleanseas.com Instagram, @sevencleanseas Mr. Trash Wheel,...

Ryan and Marie are joined by Heather Itzla founder of Wisdom Supply Co, which sources and sells sustainable office and school supplies. Hear from Heather about the plastic crisis, how to look at supplies differently, and hear her unique story on becoming a B-Corporation.  From the show: Wisdom Supply Co., www.wisdomsupplyco.com/ Instagram: @WisdomSupplyCo There is No Away Blog: http://thereisnoaway.net/ B-Corporation: bcorporation.net/ Forest Stewardship Certification: us.fsc.org/en-us 5...

James Ellsmoor, Director at Solar Head of State and Founder & CEO for Island Innovation joins us to discuss the actions islands are taking to promote renewable energy. From the show: James Ellsmoor, [email protected] To Register for the Virtual Island Summit visit: www.islandinnovation.co/summit Twitter: @Jellsmoor LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jellsmoor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ellsmoor Video from the Jamaica Solar Challenge and Outro Song:...

Eric Peterman and Kendall Ludwig call in LIVE from the 2019 Solar Power International conference. First up, is an interview with Evelyn Fisher, Head of Growth at Span.  Span is a  new technology to digitize your electric service panel for better synergy with your storage and energy system. Then, Marie and Ryan speak with Eric and Kendall to chat about what they are seeing and learning at the conference. From the show:  TEXT ‘DefendtheITC’ at 52886 to submit appeal letters to your...