Gil Rhodes - Commercial solar and the life and times of a RPEQ Ep 11.

🎙️ In this episode of the GREENROOM, we sit down with Gil Rhodes – engineer, trainer, and founder of AGR Electrical – for one of the most technical yet practical conversations we’ve ever had.From the origins of PowerCAD software and why it’s essential for large-scale solar design, through to the real-world challenges of AC/DC cabling, derating, switchboards, and compliance, this podcast is packed with lessons for anyone serious about solar and electrical engineering.Expect to learn:✅ When and why PowerCAD is needed for solar & commercial projects✅ The biggest design mistakes that cost installers time and money✅ How to avoid pitfalls with cable tray selection, derating, and airflow✅ What it takes to navigate Energex/Ergon standards & RPEQ requirements✅ Gil’s career journey – from apprentice to trainer, to running his own consultancyWhether you’re an installer looking to sharpen your design skills, an engineer aiming to stay compliant, or just someone fascinated by the nuts and bolts of megawatt-scale solar systems, this conversation delivers insights you can take straight to the field.