EPISODE · Jul 11, 2025 · 53 MIN
Solar Will Hit 50% of Global Energy by 2035: The Physics of Free Energy
from EarthWise Conversations · host Sam A
Solar energy entrepreneur Andrew "Birchy" Birch reveals the explosive math behind solar's unstoppable growth and why we're about to hit peak fossil fuels. As co-founder of Open Solar - the free platform empowering 30,000+ solar professionals across 150 countries - Birchy breaks down the data that will reshape our world.In this episode, discover:Why solar will supply 50% of global energy by 2035 (and the S-curve math proving it)How Pakistan became the world's 6th largest solar market with zero subsidies in just 2 yearsThe "electric protocol" that could revolutionize energy distribution like the internet changed communicationWhy your Tesla could earn you $1,000 annually just sitting in your driveway overnightThe one policy change that matters more than all renewable energy subsidies combinedHow rooftop solar could power 100% of UK electricity demand (Google AI study confirms it)Why China's electric cars now cost LESS than petrol cars upfrontBirchy also reveals: The real economics behind the clean energy transition, why distributed energy beats centralized power plants, and how governments can accelerate progress by simply removing barriers instead of adding subsidies.From scaling a solar business to 150+ countries to working with governments worldwide, this is your insider's guide to the unstoppable clean energy revolution happening right now.Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, policy makers, investors, and anyone curious about our energy future.**Key Moments:**00:00 Introduction05:30 The maths behind solar's S-curve growth15:45 Pakistan's zero-subsidy solar success story28:12 The "electric protocol" explained42:20 Why your EV could be a money-makerConnect with us: Subscribe for more conversations with climate leaders, or find us your preferred social media platform
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Solar energy entrepreneur Andrew "Birchy" Birch reveals the explosive math behind solar's unstoppable growth and why we're about to hit peak fossil fuels. As co-founder of Open Solar - the free platform empowering 30,000+ solar professionals across 150 countries - Birchy breaks down the data that will reshape our world.In this episode, discover:Why solar will supply 50% of global energy by 2035 (and the S-curve math proving it)How Pakistan became the world's 6th largest solar market with zero subsidies in just 2 yearsThe "electric protocol" that could revolutionize energy distribution like the internet changed communicationWhy your Tesla could earn you $1,000 annually just sitting in your driveway overnightThe one policy change that matters more than all renewable energy subsidies combinedHow rooftop solar could power 100% of UK electricity demand (Google AI study confirms it)Why China's electric cars now cost LESS than petrol cars upfrontBirchy also reveals: The real economics behind the clean energy transition, why distributed energy beats centralized power plants, and how governments can accelerate progress by simply removing barriers instead of adding subsidies.From scaling a solar business to 150+ countries to working with governments worldwide, this is your insider's guide to the unstoppable clean energy revolution happening right now.Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, policy makers, investors, and anyone curious about our energy future.**Key Moments:**00:00 Introduction05:30 The maths behind solar's S-curve growth15:45 Pakistan's zero-subsidy solar success story28:12 The "electric protocol" explained42:20 Why your EV could be a money-makerConnect with us: Subscribe for more conversations with climate leaders, or find us your preferred social media platform
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Solar Will Hit 50% of Global Energy by 2035: The Physics of Free Energy
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