88: Community Solar Cuts Costs and Carbon for Anyone

Earthlings 2.0 Podcast

Hello Earthlings! In this week’s episode, we explore the accessible and innovative world of Community Solar. This model allows individuals and businesses to subscribe to solar energy without installing panels. We’re joined by Vihann Kong, Senior Executive Director of Enterprise Acquisition at Ampion, to discuss how community solar projects democratize solar energy, making it feasible and financially beneficial for participants. Vihann sheds light on the rapid expansion and significant impact of these projects across the U.S., emphasizing their role in making renewable energy accessible to all.

Restoring Our Faith in Humanity This week, we highlight the residents of Goulburn, Australia, who have pioneered the country’s first community-owned solar farm with a battery. This grassroots initiative, driven by local frustrations over government inaction, showcases how community efforts can lead to sustainable energy solutions.

Key Points:

• Community Solar Explained: Vihann Kong discusses how community solar projects allow for greater accessibility to solar energy, with significant cost savings and no installation required.
• Expansion and Impact: Community solar has seen substantial growth, with installations in 44 states and Washington, D.C. The episode delves into how this growth is influencing energy accessibility nationwide.
• Economic and Social Benefits: The discussion covers how community solar reduces energy costs and supports local economies by creating jobs and fostering community development.
• Challenges and Future Prospects: Vihann discusses community solar’s obstacles, such as regulatory and logistical challenges, and the potential for future expansion and innovation in the industry.

Voices on The Show:

• Vihann Kong, Senior Executive Director of Enterprise Acquisition at Ampion
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• Lisa Ann Pinkerton, Earthlings 2.0 Host, CEO of Technica Communications, and Founder of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability
• LinkedIn: Lisa Ann Pinkerton
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• Instagram - @LisiAnni
• Technica Communications
• Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Web Resources:

• Ampion
• Linkedin

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