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The solar energy sector in Arizona is currently oversaturated, which has led to a scarcity of transparency. In response, we've created a podcast to provide an honest perspective on going solar in the state. Join us as we explore the intricacies of utilities, equipment, processes, and more. Our primary objective is to educate and empower you to make informed decisions on your solar journey.
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Welcome to the world's first Straight-Talk Solar Cast! This is your go-to podcast for answers about solar. Each episode we discuss questions facing people making the decision to go solar. The solutions to your questions are given to you - straight - by one of the leading experts in the solar industry, Jamie Duran, president of Solar Harmonics. Feel free to search our library for answers to questions that you're facing when considering solar.
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Send us a text Ever wondered how solar panels can impact your real estate transactions? Join us as we uncover the intersection of real estate and solar power with our insightful guest, Michael Wiley. He's not just a seasoned real estate expert but also a former solar salesperson, bringing a unique blend of knowledge to the table. Michael shares the…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the rising price of Bitcoin and if it makes sense for solar customers to start to consider Bitcoin mining with excess solar power. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the future of the Inflation Reduction Act and the impact of a rollback of the IRA under the Trump Administration. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a sol…
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In this episode we discuss the recent presidential election and the planned impacts on the solar industry, specifically on the largest solar companies and the challenges they will face. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own…
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Solar + AI Gavin - In this week's podcast we discuss a potential meeting with CA Governor @GavinNewsom and what we think he would answer if asked questions about the renewable energy industry in California. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their …
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In this week's podcast we discuss another solar horror story in time for #Halloween and the upcoming Powerwall 3 Expansion packs. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home…
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In this week's podcast we dicsuss strategies landlords can take to help encourage solar on rental property, and why solar on income property is a no brainer. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar pan…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the end of year for the solar cycle, upcoming events and another #halloween solar horror story.... About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, bus…
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In this week's episode we discuss the Net Billing Tariff program that allows solar customers in the NEM 3.0 program to discharge power from their batteries during peak times and actually receive decent compensation for the power. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent contractor's board decision to limit battery installation to the C10 (electrician) license, and how a San Diego judge has placed a temporary hold on that ruling. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Th…
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In this week's episode we start out the podcast by discussing a few projects where solar installers start the project and for some reason, stop showing up leaving the clients with very few options. We also discuss the new PG&E + Apple app called 'Home' for Apple users only. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics i…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the smooth fit solar power has with the hotel industry and why hotels should consider adding solar and possibly battery storage to their properties. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a …
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent news of the solar inverter manufacturer SolarEdge and how the resignation of their CEO sent shock waves through the residential solar industry. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing …
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In this week's podcast we discuss the current state of the residential solar industry, the solar rebound and how current solar companies are adjusting to the new #NEM3.0 order. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchas…
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Send us a text Join us for our live Town Hall, where we answered insightful questions from our viewers and those who submitted them earlier. This session is packed with valuable content and is well worth a watch. You might find that one or more of the questions address something you've been curious about. Tune in and get those answers, along with m…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the impact of the shrinking solar industry when a client needs a new roof. Both residential and commercial clients have different issues that arise when a roof needs to be replaced or repaired, especially when solar is involved. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in No…
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In this week's episode we discuss the qualifications for receiving the 10% Bonus ITC for solar projects and all the hoops to get through to qualify. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their h…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the bankruptcy filing of Sunpower and the impacts this will have on the solar industry and how it will affect the next biggest company, Sunrun. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the new normal summer electricity bills and we cover the 'new' non-export program for existing solar clients. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business…
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In this week's podcast we dive a bit deeper into the new climate legislation and how it will affect current and future solar customers. Most of the information was gleaned from this article at NPR.org. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by pu…
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In this week's podcast we discuss how clients with high true up bills can realistically look at expanding their systems to get the most out of their investment. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing …
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In this week's podcast we address the complexities of adding solar to an existing system and we address questions on battery storage to reduce a solar true up bill. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchas…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the PG & E planned power outages during fire season in California, and how solar & battery storage can help mitigate the demand for electricity during these outages. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers t…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent drop in the stockprice of solar equipment manufacturer $SEDG and what residential clients can do to prepare for the potential bk of their solar equipment manufacturer. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their cu…
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In this week's podcast we discuss various initiatives in #California that are fast approaching including electric busses and how the electricity costs are factored into the decision to move to fully electric are made. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their c…
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In this week's podcast we discuss how NEM 3.0 is actually affecting the annual true up bill of solar customers who are now in NEM 3.0 and half way through their annual true up. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing …
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In this weeks' podcast we discuss the 2024 candidate views on solar power and what each nominee has planned for the solar industry. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent legislation to re-allow multi meter properties to get back to a single solar array, and we discuss the recent #CSLB decision regarding battery installation. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energ…
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In this week's Best-of episode, we discussed what solar installers should expect after the new NEM 3.O program takes effect in California on April 15th, 2023. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent #Biden decision to increase the tariff on foreign made solar cells to 50%...we discuss the implications this new tariff will have on the solar industry and new solar customers. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by …
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Send us a text Ever feel like the world of solar energy is a maze of misinformation and unanswered questions? Fear not, because Ben and Ralph are here to answer questions you submitted to us in our latest Q&A session. Join the conversation and let's turn those burning questions into a cool, clear understanding of solar power's potential.…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recently approved income based fixed pricing for electricity users in California, and expiration of the NEM 2.0 program. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern C…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the foibles of commercial solar installations, and we discuss the new #Tesla #Powershare program for the #Cybertruck. https://www.tesla.com/powershare About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in …
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent decision by SunPower to layoff 1/3 of their workforce and what that means to the solar industry. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the potentially game changing equipment from #Tesla when it comes to backup batteries and solar storage equipment. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how batteries are revolutionizing the solar industry and your energy bills? Cue the energy-packed dialogue with Ralph and Ben as we peel back the layers on the world of solar batteries. From backup power essentials to the shrewd art of peak shaving, we're letting you in on all the electric details. With a pinch of humor…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the near 1 year anniversary of the #NEM3.0 program and how the solar industry has responded. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California…
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In this week's podcast we discuss a 'best case' and close to worst case scenario for solar customers, and how to avoid the worst case and maximize the best case for residential solar projects. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in …
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Send us a text Join us as we provide you with a real-life in-home appointment experience with homeowners Neil and Amy, a couple looking to go solar in their recently purchased home. You will get to see first-hand their appointment experience as we bring the in-home appointment to you live on our podcast. Their appointment experience isn't just abou…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the beginnings of the fallout of the #NetEnergyMetering and the real time outcome of the result of the NEM 3.0 decision. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California…
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Send us a text Discover the unsung heroes behind your solar system's longevity! With the expert guidance of our service manager, Larry Aegerter, we peel back the layers on how we help you keep your solar panels at peak performance. Prepare to have the veil lifted on the critical, yet often overlooked, world of solar maintenance. Tune in and arm you…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent temporary suspension of the County of San Mateo to require all new construction to be fully electric and the impacts this will have in #California and other communities. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics i…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent move by the city of San Francisco to take over its own utilities from PG & E and the impacts of this decision. Check the article here: https://48hills.org/2024/03/after-111-years-sf-is-finally-moving-to-oust-pge-and-create-a-public-power-system/ About Jamie Duran & Solar …
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Send us a text Do you get a lot of solar companies knocking on your door or calling you to talk solar? Ever wonder who they really are? Do they do the installs themselves? Are they located in Arizona? Who are these guys? Join us as Tom Kopp unveils the inner workings of the Solar Dealer Network model that has taken over the industry nationwide. Tom…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the pro's and con's of massive solar projects from both the installer and client points of view. We also discuss the AUS rebate on #Powerwall3 batteries. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in …
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In this week's podcast we discuss the latest in solar news and the introduction of the #Powerwall3 to the solar market. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite t…
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Send us a text As the sun rises, so do the stakes. Step into the thick of it with our Director of Operations, Brad Yant as we navigate the nuances of the solar system installation. Learn about the coordination, the challenges, and the sweet symphony of teamwork that turns the cogs in this green machine. What happens after the panels are in place? B…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the implementation of #AB2143 for prevailing wage on solar projects, and the new bill #AB2619 from CA State Assembly member Damon Connelly https://a12.asmdc.org/ on the repeal of #NEM3.0 Action packed episode! About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to…
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In this week's podcast we discuss the upcoming 2024 elections and the importance local elections will have in the future of solar power. Here is a link to the Utah legislation we discussed. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in …
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In this week's podcast we discuss the recent success of the PG & E + Sunrun Peak Power Rewards program and how that program can continue to be successful in the new #NEM3.0 environment. Credit to Solar Builder Magazine for this content - https://solarbuildermag.com/energy-storage/results-of-sunruns-pge-peak-reward-program-from-august-to-october/ Ab…
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