Ep18: Daniel Levene: Startups, solar, and systems change

At The Power Table is back, and this time we’re talking about solar energy—but not in a “save the planet, drink oat milk” kind of way. More like: how do we actually make this stuff work for real businesses, with real bills, and real hesitation?Enter Daniel Levine, co-founder of Two Blues Solar, who’s on a mission to make solar panels less of a “nice idea” and more of a “why aren’t we doing this already?” moment. We get into the awkward truths: yes, solar can feel expensive, confusing, and slightly like assembling IKEA furniture without instructions. But also—yes—it can save money, build resilience, and quietly shift the energy system while you’re busy running your business.We talk cost fears, complexity, and why most people stall right before making the smartest decision they’ll thank themselves for later. Daniel breaks down how flexible financing, better education, and tailored solutions are turning solar from intimidating to inevitable.If you’ve ever thought, “solar sounds great, but where do I even start?”—this one’s for you.Pull up a chair. Let’s make the future feel a bit more doable.