Soliverse | The Future of Solar

Send us Fan MailIs Europe’s solar market hitting a wall, or entering its next phase? In this episode of Soliverse | The Future of Solar, host Peter Pongracz speaks with Antonio Arruebo Lacleta, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe and the Battery Storage Europe Platform, about why solar installations are slowing, what negative power prices are telling us, and why battery storage is becoming essential for the future of the energy transition.Antonio explains how curtailment, grid congestion, permitting delays, and weak flexibility markets are starting to drag on solar growth across Europe. He also breaks down why hybrid solar plus storage is quickly becoming the new default, which battery markets are moving fastest, where Europe still lacks manufacturing depth, and what policymakers need to fix to unlock the next wave of deployment. This is a grounded conversation for anyone working in utility scale solar, battery storage, project development, policy, or energy finance.About this episode:Learn more about Battery Storage EuropeExplore the Market and Policy NavigatorRead the EU Battery Storage Market Review 2025Read the Mission Solar 2040 reportBattery Storage Europe, policy and action plansConnect with Antonio Arruebo Lacleta on LinkedInToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when energy policy plans the future grid, but leaves storage out of the equation? In this episode of Soliverse | The Future of Solar, host Peter Pongracz sits down with Dr Radovan Kopecek, Co-Founder and Director at ISC Konstanz, to unpack why the next phase of solar depends on battery storage, local manufacturing, and clearer industrial strategy across Europe, the US, India, and China.Dr Kopecek shares a sharp global view on solar manufacturing, hybrid projects, battery economics, European industrial policy, cybersecurity, and why space may become one of the most unexpected frontiers for crystalline silicon. This is a grounded, wide-ranging conversation for anyone working in utility scale solar, energy storage, renewable manufacturing, or the future of the grid.About the guest Dr Radovan Kopecek is Co-Founder and Director at ISC Konstanz, the International Solar Energy Research Center Konstanz. His work spans high-efficiency solar cell technology, PV manufacturing strategy, battery-adjacent energy systems thinking, training, and emerging solar applications including space.Guest links ISC Konstanz ISC Konstanz, solar cells for satellites LinkedIn TikTok PV Trainings Important PV eventsReferenced organizations and events ESA, European Space Agency DLR, German Aerospace Center IEEE PVSCToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really take to build, finance, and scale solar projects when policy keeps shifting, capital is more cautious, and grid constraints are getting harder to ignore? In this episode of Soliverse | The Future of Solar, host Peter Pongracz sits down with Benoy Thanjan, Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and host of the Solar Maverick Podcast, for a grounded conversation on where the solar market is actually headed across the U.S. and beyond.They unpack the real-world state of solar in 2025 and beyond, from agrivoltaics and floating solar to community solar, storage, project risk, data center demand, recycling, repowering, and the long-term challenge of competing with China. Benoy also shares what developers, investors, and industry leaders need to understand now about energy independence, market messaging, and why creativity remains one of solar’s biggest competitive advantages.If you work in solar, storage, development, project finance, or clean energy investing, this episode gives you a practical look at the forces shaping the next phase of the energy transition.Connect with Benoy WebsiteSolar Maverick PodcastPodcast pageLinkedInToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailWhat really slows down utility-scale solar projects, bad engineering, weak execution, or the red tape nobody budgets for early enough? In this episode of Soliverse, Peter Pongracz sits down with Phil Horwitch, co-founder of AMH Holdings, to unpack how the best solar teams handle permitting delays, stakeholder friction, QA/QC problems, and the hidden communication gaps that quietly derail projects. With more than a decade in utility-scale and distributed generation, Phil shares a grounded operator’s view on what separates teams that keep projects moving from teams that lose months, money, and momentum.Phil explains why realistic timelines matter more than optimistic ones, why local relationships can speed up approvals, and why “buildable” engineering always beats “perfect” engineering on paper. They also get into battery storage trends, the growing need for solar education, and the kind of cross-functional thinking young engineers need if they want to build a long career in renewables.If you work in solar development, EPC, engineering, project delivery, battery storage, or renewable infrastructure, this conversation is packed with practical insight on how successful teams think before the first shovel hits the ground.Guest & Episode LinksPhil Horwitch, Co-Founder, AMH HoldingsLinkedInAMH Holdings LinkedInToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Gijsbert Huijink, co-founder of SOL Romania, to unpack why Romania might just be Europe’s most underrated solar and battery market.Gijsbert shares hard-won lessons from developing 1 GW+ of projects—from grid hacks and battery-first strategies to why Romania is moving faster than Germany or the Netherlands on BESS deployment.They discuss:• Why Romania is a sleeper hit for hybrid projects• The “cooperative-to-gigawatt” journey behind SOL Romania• Grid access, flexibility, and why BESS is easier in Bucharest than Berlin• The downsides of poorly run CAPEX subsidies• How they permitted a 350 MWp hybrid plant in under 12 months• What other countries can learn from Romania’s pragmatism• Why their team will stop at 1 GW and go windsurfing⚡Guest & Soliverse Links:🌐 SOL Renewables Romania: https://www.solrenewables.ro🔗 Gijsbert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gijsberthuijink/🎧 Soliverse on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with David Spieldenner from Terabase Energy, to expose the massive bottlenecks holding solar back—and why smarter performance modeling might be the key to unlocking the next Terawatt.David doesn’t hold back as he makes the case for PlantPredict over legacy tools like PVsyst, and highlights why accuracy isn’t enough—realism is what developers, EPCs, and banks really need.They cover:⚠️ Why PVsyst is holding the industry back🧠 Why “realism” > “accuracy” in yield estimates🔁 How sub-hourly and 3D modeling reshape performance forecasts🔋 Why terrain-following trackers can actually boost energy yield📈 How hybrid plants and dispatchable renewables will reshape grid planning📊 What banks, IEs, and EPCs really need from energy modeling tools🚀 Why Terabase is betting on AI, automation, and integrated design-to-SCADA workflows🧩 What most solar designers miss when modeling plant performanceDavid also shares an exclusive offer on PlantPredict + PV Radar bundles and reveals why data centers and the AI boom are pushing solar innovation into overdrive.Referenced Tools & Links🌐 Terabase: https://www.terabase.energy🔧 PlantPredict: https://www.plantpredict.com🧩 Pricing: www.plantpredict.com/pricing📊 PV Radar: https://www.pvradar.comConnect with David Spieldenner🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidspieldenner/📨 Email: [email protected] with Soliverse🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soliversepodcast🔗 Peter Pongracz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Andreas Bach, a senior EPC executive and advisor with 15+ years of solar and storage experience, working across Europe, the Middle East, India, and Africa.From burned MC4 plugs and untrained labor to winter construction delays and 300,000 tons of PV waste on the horizon—Andreas shares hard-earned lessons on what goes wrong when projects are rushed, and how to build solar like you’ll actually own it.They discuss:🔌 Why cheap MC4 connectors quietly kill performance (and insurance won’t cover it)📉 1.7 TW of clean energy stuck in grid queue limbo🛠️ 15 classic EPC mistakes—and how to fix them before they bankrupt your project🧱 Why concrete foundations are the silent killers of solar ROI♻️ What nobody’s budgeting for: the €2.7/panel recycling time bomb📊 Why owner’s engineers and quality sign-offs are mission-critical🇪🇺 How Europe can lead by example—if it learns from its early scarsConnect with Andreas Bach:🌐 Website: https://a-bach.com🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-bach-solarConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energyToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailAbout This EpisodeOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Daniel Domingues, Founder & CEO of Planno.io, the Geospatial AI platform that’s fixing one of distributed solar’s biggest bottlenecks: finding the right commercial and industrial rooftops.After years developing rooftop solar projects across the Middle East and Europe, Daniel saw firsthand how slow, manual, and incomplete the prospecting process really was.So he built Planno — combining satellite imagery, AI rooftop detection, business intelligence, and market insights into one platform that turns months of hunting into minutes of clarity.They discuss:🏢 Why 90% of viable C&I rooftops are still being missed🛰️ How AI + geospatial data can map entire regions overnight🌍 Europe’s data-rich but fragmented rooftop landscape🏭 Why the Middle East is an untapped goldmine for C&I solar🎢 The “solar coaster” dynamics of the U.S. market🔍 How property + business intelligence transforms pipeline quality⚙️ Why better prospecting leads to better engineering & better returns🧠 What solar prospecting will look like by 2030If you work in BD, EPC, development, or distributed solar strategy — this episode will change the way you think about rooftop pipeline building.Connect with Daniel / Planno🌐 Website: https://planno.io🔗 LinkedIn – Daniel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-domingues-a42a5b155/Connect with Soliverse🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse: https://www.linkedin.com/comToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Joshua Feinberg, Founder of the Data Center Sales & Marketing Institute (DCSMI), to unpack the evolving sales landscape in energy, data centers, and clean tech.With 30 years in tech and energy marketing, Joshua shares hard-earned insights into how AI, buyer behavior, and workforce trends are forcing a full reset in how companies grow and scale.They discuss:📉 Why B2B sales in energy and digital infrastructure is broken🧠 How AI is reshaping buyer behavior—and what to do about it🏢 Why most conferences deliver zero ROI, and what works instead👩‍🏫 Why educational content and small events outperform outbound⚡ How to retrain tech talent into high-performing sales teams💼 The future of talent, thought leadership, and value-driven content🧰 Tools and tactics for founders navigating new buyer journeysConnect with Joshua / DCSMI:🌐 Website: https://www.dcsmi.com🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuafeinberg/Connect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energyToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Genna Boyle, CCO at Gridcog, to unpack one of the most important—and misunderstood—forces shaping energy today: flexibility.As the grid gets more complex and congested, batteries, flexible loads, and smarter software are becoming essential to how we plan, build, and operate energy systems. Genna explains why traditional “solar vs storage” thinking is outdated, and how modeling entire energy ecosystems—across markets, technologies, and commercial models—is the new gold standard.They discuss:⚡ Why co-location and right-sizing are now non-negotiable🔋 The role of batteries, EVs, and hybrid assets in flex📉 Negative prices and what they really signal📈 Why each site needs custom modeling (no more rule-of-thumb!)🌍 Lessons from Australia, Germany, and the UK📊 The future of energy software: deterministic, not guesswork🧠 How Gridcog helps developers simulate 1,000+ site scenarios at once📡 Why data visibility, not just data itself, is the next challengeConnect with Genna & Gridcog:🌐 Website: https://www.gridcog.com🔗 LinkedIn – Genna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gennaboyle/Connect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: Soliverse on Spotify🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Marek Kubik—battery expert, energy futurist, and co-founder of Fluence—to explore what’s next for battery energy storage systems (BESS), AI in energy, and the clean tech infrastructure that will shape our net-zero future.With over 16 years in the industry, Marek unpacks what it really takes to scale energy storage, navigate market shifts, and stay ahead of the innovation curve.They discuss:🔋 BESS as the Swiss Army knife of energy systems⚙️ Scaling a global battery company like Fluence🧠 How AI is reshaping energy optimization and forecasting🧪 Sodium-ion vs lithium-ion: which wins long-term?🌍 Why Europe leads in deployment—and the Middle East in execution📉 Battery cost drops, storage bottlenecks, and what developers miss💡 What’s next in hydrogen, grid innovation, and clean infrastructureConnect with Marek Kubik:🌐 Website: https://www.mkubik.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marekkubik🌐 Fluence: https://www.fluenceenergy.comConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: Soliverse on Spotify🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Tim Montague, founder of Clean Power Hour and Clean Power Consulting, to unpack how AI, batteries, and grid modernization are reshaping the economics—and future—of solar.From LLMs and layoffs to data centers and microgrids, Tim explains why every solar company now needs an AI strategy—and why smart infrastructure beats hype every time.They discuss:🤖 How AI is impacting jobs in solar (and beyond)📉 Why solar permitting, finance, and design are ripe for automation🔋 Why batteries—not just panels—are driving the 2025 energy conversation🇨🇳 What China got right in manufacturing—and how the West can catch up⚠️ Why U.S. residential solar is in contraction (and what to do about it)🌍 Why solar needs systemic reform—not just more installs📊 What Europe and the U.S. can learn from each other🏗️ Why microgrids + hybrid systems are the path forwardConnect with Tim Montague🌐 Website: https://www.cleanpowerhour.com🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothymontague/Connect with Soliverse🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soliversepodcast🔗 Peter Pongracz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Joachim Rupp—solar veteran, investor, and advisor—to explore what’s really holding the clean energy transition back: fragmented systems, missing talent, and the absence of true end-to-end thinking.With two decades of experience across hardware, software, venture capital, and project development, Joachim shares why scaling solar in 2025 isn’t about the next shiny thing—it’s about connecting the dots across tech, teams, and timelines.They discuss:⚡ Why the grid, solar, storage, and HVAC must now be planned together📊 What most developers get wrong about workflows and scale-ups🌍 Lessons from the Baltics, Germany, and China on digital infra and execution🚴‍♂️ How the “Journey to Zero” cycling movement is driving awareness and donations🧠 Why the future of solar isn’t in panels—but in structure, capital, and team dynamics🇪🇺 What Europe needs to learn from the U.S. and China to compete in renewables🤖 How AI can solve solar’s biggest bottleneck: skilled labor and knowledge transferConnect with Joachim Rupp:🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joachim-rupp/🌐 Journey to Zero: https://www.journeyto0.com/📧 Email: [email protected] with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soliversepodcast🔗 Peter Pongracz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Guillaume Burstert, founder of Sunwise, who’s on a mission to replace diesel generators with plug-and-play solar containers—and bring power to over 300 million people across Africa.From sourcing solar components in China to scaling containerized mini-grids in Senegal and Tanzania, Guillaume shares how manufacturing clusters, local networks, and relentless iteration are helping build the future of energy—one village at a time.They discuss:⚡ Why “economies don’t grow in the dark”—and energy is the key to prosperity📦 How containerized solar can leapfrog Africa’s energy infrastructure🇨🇳 What it’s like sourcing from China’s solar clusters🌍 Why Africa might skip the grid—like it skipped landlines📉 What most people get wrong about Tier 1 suppliers💰 How mini-grids get financed—and why blended finance is the future🛠️ Why logistics and local labor matter more than you think📚 Books that shaped his thinking: Clockwork, Culture Map, 4-Hour WorkweekConnect with Guillaume / Sunwise🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guillaumeburstert/📨 Search “The Container Guy” on LinkedInConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soliversepodcast🔗 Peter Pongracz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Martin Lips, Chief Commercial Officer at Fusebox, to explore one of the most overlooked—and powerful—levers in Europe’s energy transition: flexibility.While everyone’s chasing more solar, more batteries, and more capacity, Fusebox is solving the real bottleneck—coordination. From demand response to on-site optimization and VPP control, Martin shares how smart software can turn Europe’s fragmented grid into a scalable, resilient, and revenue-generating ecosystem.They discuss:⚡ Why Europe’s problem isn’t capacity—it’s coordination📉 How negative prices expose a fundamental market flaw🐱 Why energy policy today feels like “herding cats” across 27 countries🧠 How AI + automation enable real-time optimization and trading📊 The true business case for hybrid site orchestration🌍 What Europe can learn from the U.S. and Australia on flexibility🏗️ Why EPCs, PV funds, and BRPs must rethink their software stack now💰 How asset owners can take back control—and capture more revenueConnect with Martin / Fusebox:🌐 Website: https://fusebox.energy🔗 LinkedIn – Martin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-lips/📧 Email: [email protected] with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA?si=f7fe6e3ff9b441a5🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soliversepodcast🔗 Peter Pongracz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaasToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Julia Wu and Anuj Saigal—co-founders of SparkHQ.ai, the AI startup tackling one of clean energy’s biggest pain points: permitting.With delays and cancellations killing up to 80% of solar projects, Spark is using large language models and real-world empathy to help developers build faster, smarter, and at scale.They discuss:🧠 Why AI is essential to energy infrastructure—not just a nice-to-have📍 How Spark helps navigate 20,000+ local permitting jurisdictions⚡ The real cost of zoning delays, moratoria, and sentiment blind spots💻 Why legacy permitting tools can’t keep up—and Spark’s AI-first solution does🌍 How battery storage and data centers are reshaping developer workflows🧱 Lessons from Y Combinator and building in a high-stakes climate market📊 Why the best developers are doubling down—despite market volatilityConnect with SparkHQ.ai:🌐 Website: https://sparkhq.ai📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Julia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaxwu🔗 LinkedIn – Anuj: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anujsaigal/Referenced Resources:📚 Inflation Reduction Act📊 Berkeley Lab – Interconnection & permitting stats🧱 Ezra Klein on “Abundance” and infrastructure bottlenecksConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA?si=f7fe6e3ff9b441a5🌐 Website: https://soliverse.energy🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Trygve Mongstad, physicist and CEO of Over Easy Solar, to unpack how vertical, prefab solar units are reshaping the future of flat rooftops—and why it’s time we rethink what solar looks like.From prefab bifacial panels to ballast-free installs and green roof compatibility, Trygve shares how Over Easy is bringing simplicity, beauty, and smarter design to the solar industry—one flat roof at a time.They discuss:🏗️ Why vertical bifacial panels may outperform south-facing systems🌱 How green roofs + vertical PV = Europe’s next gigawatt market⚡ Why “when” you generate power now matters more than “how much”🔩 The prefab edge: Simplifying solar design, logistics, and installation📊 Why most solar simulation tools fail at modeling vertical systems🏢 The untapped potential of Europe’s flat roofs👷‍♂️ How their planning tool delivers a full C&I design in <10 minutes🌍 What’s next for Europe’s rooftop market—and why AI may push demand even higherConnect with Trygve / Over Easy Solar:🌐 Website: https://www.overeasy.no🔗 LinkedIn – Trygve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trygve-mongstad/Referenced Resources:📊 Simulation tools for vertical PV🏘️ EU green roof regulation data🛠️ Wind tunnel testing – Fraunhofer & Aachen InstituteConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA?si=f7fe6e3ff9b441a5📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Joachim Reinhardt, Co-Founder of Variate Energy, to explore the next frontier of utility-scale energy: building smarter, data-driven hybrid solar projects that actually meet demand—when it matters most.With the rise of AI, energy-hungry data centers, and congested grids, solar can no longer afford to “just produce.” Joachim breaks down how Variate’s platform helps developers design future-proof systems by combining PV, wind, and batteries—layered with deep analytics.They discuss:🔋 Why adding batteries and wind can double your energy project’s value📉 The death of “dumb solar” and the rise of demand-aligned energy supply🧠 How AI and data modeling unlock smarter sizing, siting, and financial decisions📊 The real-world benefits of hybridizing PV and wind for grid stability🌍 Why utility-scale needs to learn from residential solar’s smarter systems📦 How Variate's open platform helps developers right-size projects and win better PPAs⚠️ Why Germany’s grid bottlenecks are just the beginning of a global challengeConnect with Joachim / Variate Energy:🌐 Website: https://variate.energy🔗 LinkedIn – Joachim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joachimreinhardtConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsFXJqzxlfT9uA📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Tom Bitting, Managing Director at Advantage Capital, to dive into the money behind solar—and how smart financing is now central to grid resilience, battery storage, and the future of U.S. competitiveness.As AI, data centers, and blackout risks collide with political uncertainty, Tom offers an unfiltered look at what it takes to actually build solar projects at scale—and why capital is now flowing to the countries that move fastest.They discuss:💰 How Advantage Capital monetizes tax credits and finances solar at scale🔋 Why storage and synthetic baseload are essential to grid reliability📉 The hidden impact of U.S. policy instability on renewable deployment🇨🇳 What China’s lead in solar manufacturing really means for the West🧠 Why AI demand could break the grid—and how to prepare for it📊 The two biggest mistakes developers make when raising capital🇺🇸 Why permitting—not politics—may be America’s biggest bottleneck🏗️ What makes a “good” solar project from an investor’s point of viewConnect with Tom / Advantage Capital:🌐 Website: https://www.advantagecap.com🔗 LinkedIn – Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tombitting🔗 LinkedIn – Advantage Capital: https://www.linkedin.com/company/advantagecapital/posts/?feedView=allReferenced Resources:📜 U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)🔋 Guide to Solar + Storage Financing Models📊 Utility-Scale Interconnection Queues (Berkeley Lab)Connect with Soliverse:🎧 Soliverse on Spotify: Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Bethany Meban, Head of Communications at SolarPower Europe, to unpack the forces reshaping solar in Europe—from slowing growth to massive storage opportunities, policy shifts, and what's truly driving the next wave of clean energy.With solar forecasted to shrink for the first time in a decade, Bethany offers a brutally honest view into the EU market—plus powerful insights on how storage, smart grids, and manufacturing strategy could turn things around.They discuss:📉 Why Europe’s solar growth is stalling—and what’s needed to reverse it🔋 How SolarPower Europe is doubling down on batteries and grid flexibility🇪🇺 What the Net-Zero Industry Act means for EU solar manufacturers🧠 Why AgriPV and water-smart solar could dominate the next decade🛡 The growing need for cybersecure, decentralized energy systems🌍 How Europe can partner with countries like India and Nigeria for global energy equity🤖 What AI and energy-hungry data centers mean for grid infrastructure🌞 Why solar is no longer “just panels”—but a full ecosystem strategyConnect with Bethany / SolarPower Europe:🌐 Website: https://www.solarpowereurope.org🔗 LinkedIn – Bethany: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethany-mebanReferenced Resources:📊 SolarPower Europe Mid-Year Market Outlook (2025) - https://www.solarpowereurope.org/insights/outlooks/eu-market-outlook-for-solar-power-2025-mid-year-analysis📚 “Say It Well” by Terry Szuplat – Obama’s speechwriter on strategic communication🌐 Global Gateway Initiative – EU’s international infrastructure program🌐 https://batterieseurope.eu/Connect with Soliverse:🎧 Soliverse on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6C2HVmlEcsToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Andres Anijalg, Co-Founder and CEO of Roofit.Solar, to unpack how one Estonian startup is shaking up the global solar game—by building solar roofs that people actually want on their homes.From humble beginnings in a back-corner booth at a local trade fair to powering rooftops in 29 countries, Roofit.Solar blends sleek design with serious energy performance—and now they're taking it a step further with a purpose-built software platform that could transform how rooftops go solar.They discuss:🏠 Why most solar roofs are ugly—and how Roofit.Solar turned aesthetics into their superpower📦 How they combine roofing, solar, and software into one seamless product🌍 Why roofing companies—not solar installers—might own the future of residential solar🧠 Lessons from bootstrapping a hardware startup (and surviving 250 investor rejections)💡 How AI and digital tools are unlocking smarter, simpler solar planning🚧 What Tesla got wrong—and Roofit.Solar is quietly getting right💬 Andres’ personal journey from fossil fuels to founding one of Europe’s leading BIPV companiesConnect with Andres / Roofit.Solar:🌐 Website: https://roofit.solar🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andresanijalg/Referenced Resources:📜 Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EU)💸 EPBD + Rooftop Solar Mandates🔧 Aurora Solar: https://www.aurorasolar.com/Connect with Soliverse:🎧 Soliverse on Spotify📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter: Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Dr. Rado Kopecek, Co-Founder of ISC Konstanz and one of the most influential figures in global photovoltaics, to unpack the technological, political, and industrial forces shaping the future of solar energy.With over 30 years in solar—from early research at Max Planck Institute to shaping industrial PV production strategies across Europe, China, and India—Rado offers rare insights into how the solar world really works.hey discuss:☀️ Why China will continue to lead in solar manufacturing—and how Europe can catch up🧪 How ISC Konstanz turns research into industrial production at gigawatt scale📈 The evolution from PERC to TOPCon, and what’s next after 26% efficiency🌾 Why AgriPV and bifacial modules are key to land-efficient solar🔋 How storage, hydrogen, and system-level thinking are unlocking the next energy era🇪🇺 What’s holding back European production—and how the Net Zero Industry Act might change thatConnect with Rado / ISC Konstanz:🌐 Website: https://www.isc-konstanz.de/en/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radovan-kopecek-617a8721/🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rado1366Referenced Resources:📊 Fraunhofer-ISE LCOE Calculation: https://www.ise.fraunhofer.de/en/publications/studies/cost-of-electricity.html📉 Lazard’s LCOE Report (v15): Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with James Allston, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at Orkestra, to explore how advanced software is revolutionizing the way commercial solar and battery projects are designed and optimized.James, a clean energy veteran with experience at Siemens, OVO Energy, Jemena, and as co-founder of Australia's Energy Efficiency Council, leads Orkestra’s mission to empower developers with cutting-edge feasibility modeling tools for solar and battery systems.They discuss:⚡ The critical role of feasibility-first approaches in solar and battery project design🧠 How Orkestra’s software optimizes battery sizing and financial returns🔋 Why batteries are the "Swiss Army knife" of energy systems, unlocking diverse value stacks📊 The importance of holistic energy system thinking over siloed solar or battery solutions🌍 How market-specific value stacks shape battery deployment in regions like the UK, Germany, and Australia💡 The future of commercial and industrial energy solutions, from tariffs to EV charging integrationConnect with James / Orkestra:🌐 Website: https://www.orkestra.energy🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesallston/Connect with Soliverse:🎧 Soliverse on Spotify📨 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter -https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/🔗 LinkedIn – Soliverse - https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/admin/dashboard/🌐 soliverse.energyToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Surya Potharaju, CEO of Arka Energy, to unpack how AI, smart platforms, and new business models are transforming residential and small commercial solar.Surya is a serial entrepreneur and product strategist with roots in the semiconductor world. As the driving force behind Arka360, he’s building a powerful software platform that puts homeowners in control of their energy future.They discuss:⚡ Why the future of solar is customer-led, not sales-pushed🧠 How Arka360 is automating system design with AI — no UI needed🏠 The underrated utility value of solar (beyond just ROI)📉 Why policy upheavals shouldn’t derail the industry🔋 How smart storage, EVs, and solar systems can talk to each other🌍 …and why every new home should come with its own energy systemConnect with Surya / Arka Energy:🌐 Website: https://www.arkaenergy.com💡 Software: https://www.arka360.com📬 Email: [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arka-energyConnect with Soliverse:🎧 Soliverse on Spotify📨 [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn – Peter🔗 LinkedToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Mo Horowitz, Chief Commercial Officer at Solargik, to explore the cutting edge of agrivoltaics, solar software, and dynamic land use.Mo brings 20+ years of experience at the intersection of business, technology, and public policy — with past roles at BCG, Gartner, and CEB — and now leads global strategy at Solargik.comThey discuss:☀️ How to balance sunlight between crops and panels🧠 Solargik’s smart trackers and real-time decision tools📉 The economics of solar CAPEX, OPEX, and transmission losses🌿 Why AgriPV could be the key to food, energy, and land-use harmony👶 …and yes, why raising kids is just like managing a solar projectConnect with Mo/Solargik:Solargik's website: https://www.solargik.com/Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/solargikEmail: [email protected] Resources:https://youtu.be/D4ITPBJwLtoConnect with Soliverse on:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/https://www.soliverse.energy/[email protected] Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailI n this episode of the Soliverse podcast, Peter interviews Maksim Markevich, co-founder of Sunbim and PVFarm. They discuss Maksim's journey from structural engineering to solar innovation, the challenges faced in solar PV design, and the importance of collaboration in the industry. They explore the role of AI in enhancing design processes, the significance of understanding market dynamics, and the future of solar energy integration. The conversation emphasizes the need for a vertically integrated approach to effectively address the complexities of solar projects.Contacts of Maksim/PV FARM:PVFARM's website: https://www.pvfarm.io/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maksimmarkevich/Email:[email protected] or/and [email protected] with Soliverse on:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/https://www.soliverse.energy/[email protected] Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailConnect with Mohit/Enerdatics:Web:⁠ enerdatics.com⁠Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaulmohit/⁠Enerdatics Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enerdatics/posts/?feedView=allEnerdatics newsletter: https://www.enerdatics.com/get-exclusive-insightsConnect with Solidclouds/Jordan: Solidclouds’ Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/solid-clouds/⁠Solidclouds’ Whatsapp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaE2x8ODZ4LjtOOtFd1xJordan’s Linkedin:       https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanjjfkockConnect with RatedPower/Carla:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlacoghenrosich/https://www.linkedin.com/company/ratedpower/https://ratedpower.com/[email protected] with Soliverse:Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/https://www.soliverse.energy/[email protected]’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Carla Coghen from Rated Power shares her journey from a being a law to the renewable energy sector, emphasizing the importance of innovation, transparency, and a strong company culture. She discusses the founding story of Rated Power, the role of AI in enhancing solar project design, and the critical need for investment in smart grids and battery storage. Carla also highlights the significance of customer feedback, the challenges faced in the energy grid, and the exciting opportunities in emerging markets. She also give insights on team building, lessons learned from failures, and recommended readings for aspiring professionals in the industry.Contacts of RatedPower/Carla:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlacoghenrosich/https://www.linkedin.com/company/ratedpower/https://ratedpower.com/[email protected] with Soliverse on:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/https://www.soliverse.energy/[email protected] Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailPeter and Jordan discuss Solidclouds’ innovative services in the solar energy sector.Focus on drone technology and 3D modeling for solar projects.Solidclouds’ evolution and use of point clouds for precise site measurements.Importance of structural analysis in solar project development.Integration of AR and VR to improve project visualization and client engagement.Emphasis on construction monitoring for effective solar project management.Exploration of Solidclouds’ market focus and product development approach.Discussion of entrepreneurial inspirations driving the company.Highlight of Solidclouds’ global reach and future goals.Emphasis on efficiency and innovation in the renewable energy sector.Resources: https://youtube.com/shorts/DqjssDkzINI?si=brgo4SP8xe-FuUI9https://digitaltwininsider.com/2024/05/21/10-top-digital-twin-startups-in-2024/https://youtu.be/z_uIIiKZ4sEElevation files for Netherlands:https://www.ahn.nl/Contact details of Solidclouds/Jordan:Solidclouds’ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/solid-clouds/Solidclouds’ Whatsapp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaE2x8ODZ4LjtOOtFd1xJordan’s Linkedin:       https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanjjfkockConnect with Soliverse on:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Mohit Kaul from Enerdatics shares insights on the renewable energy sector, the role of AI in market intelligence, and the intricacies of the M&A process. He discusses the founding story of Enerdatics, emphasizing the importance of data and customer experience. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities in the industryMohit and Peter also discuss the significance of client success, effective hiring strategies, and the potential of the Indian market in the renewable energy sector. They explore the challenges faced in the industry, the impact of market downturns, and the importance of negotiation skills for entrepreneurs. The discussion also highlights the need for flexibility in grid infrastructure and the role of battery storage in stabilizing energy supply. Connect with Mohit/Enerdatics:Web: enerdatics.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaulmohit/Enerdatics Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enerdatics/posts/?feedView=allEnerdatics newsletter: https://www.enerdatics.com/get-exclusive-insightsBooks mentioned:The Lean startup:https://leanstartup.co/books/Shoe Dog by Phil Knighthttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shoe-Dog/Phil-Knight/9781501135910Never Split the Difference by Chris Vosshttps://www.harpercollins.com/products/never-split-the-difference-chris-voss-tahl-rToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailMiguel Galatas- Co-Founder - nTeaser - 00.30- 22.07https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-galatas-perez-juez-096203175/Shane Lebow - CEO - PV Complete - 22.21- 46.29https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-lebow-10a67a63/Paul Grana -  Grana - Co-Founder - Folsom Labs(Helioscope) - 46.40 +https://www.linkedin.com/in/pgrana/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailKeywordsFolsom Labs, Helioscope, solar software, PVSYST, market expansion, CAD, cloud-based tools, product development, acquisitions, solar industryTakeawaysFolsom Labs was founded to address gaps in solar software.Helioscope emerged as a competitive alternative to PVSYST.User feedback is crucial for product development and feature prioritization.Sales and engineering teams must collaborate effectively for success.The solar software market is evolving with new entrants and technologies.Localization is key for international market success.Cloud-based tools are likely to dominate over traditional CAD software.Freemium models can provide valuable insights into user needs.Strategic decision-making is essential in product development.Failures can lead to valuable lessons and future successes.SummaryIn this conversation, Peter Pongracz discusses the founding and evolution of Folsom Labs and its flagship product, Helioscope. He shares insights into the solar software landscape, the importance of user feedback, and the dynamics between sales and engineering teams. The discussion also covers the challenges of market expansion, localization, and the future of CAD versus cloud-based tools. Peter reflects on the lessons learned from failures, the strategic decision-making process in product development, and the experience of navigating acquisitions, particularly the merger with Aurora. He concludes with thoughts on the future of solar software and the importance of engaging with the audience.TitlesThe Birth of Folsom Labs: A Solar RevolutionHelioscope: Transforming Solar SoftwareSound bites"This is not normal.""We were both pretty burnt out.""The best time to plant a tree is today."Connect with Paul:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pgrana/Connect with Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailOn this episode we chat with Shane Lebow, CEO of PV Complete, about revolutionizing solar design. Shane shares his journey from finance to leading a solar software company, unveiling how PV Complete’s tools slash design time with AI and AutoCAD automation. From tackling permitting challenges to a seamless end-to-end workflow, we explore solar’s future, including the rise of battery storage and community solar. Shane’s insights on breaking industry silos and navigating regulatory shifts are a must-hear for anyone passionate about renewables!Shane’s Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-lebow-10a67a63/Follow Soliverse on:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/X: ⁠https://x.com/soliversepp?s=21&t=EdAhw1uzDwgviOhAUunnhgToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Miguel Galatas discusses the innovative approaches nTeaser is taking in the renewable energy sector, particularly in energy mergers and acquisitions (M&A). He emphasizes the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, the digital transformation of the industry, and the founding story of nTeaser. Miguel shares insights on the challenges and lessons learned from failures, the future of renewable energy markets, and the technological advancements that are shaping the industry. He also highlights the significance of continuous improvement and the strategies for funding and growth in the startup landscape.Miguel's Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-galatas-perez-juez-096203175/Connect with Soliverse on:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/X: https://x.com/soliversepp?s=21&t=EdAhw1uzDwgviOhAUunnhgToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailThis is a special recap episode, rounding up the best moments from last month’s conversations. You’ll hear a short clip from each guest, giving you a taste of their insights! We’ve fine-tuned this format based on your feedback, keeping it sharp and straight to the point. Think of it as your solar-powered teaser—here to charge up your curiosity. If you like what you hear, full episodes are here:⁠https://linktr.ee/soliversepodcast⁠List of guest:1. Michael Zapf, CEO of Heliokraft - a solar enginering and design company2. Stanislas van den Vaeren - Managing director of Sitemark - a cutting-edge drone platform revolutionizing solar project management 3. Orcun Baslak - Co Founder and CEO of pvX - PV design software and Solarian - PV design engineering and consulting companyPlease like and follow us on the links below:Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/Today’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Stanislas shares the inspiring journey of Sitemark, a cutting-edge drone platform revolutionizing solar project management across the full lifecycle—from construction to operations. Discover how his passion for drones, extreme sports, and renewable energy sparked a company that’s now accelerating the global transition to solar power. Stanislas dives into Sitemark’s organic growth from Belgium to the U.S., its unique “best of breed” software approach, and the role of AI in delivering intuitive, high-value solutions for solar professionals. With a bold vision to digitize the industry and a company culture that feels like family, Sitemark is redefining how solar projects are built and maintained. Connect with Stanislas: [email protected] | Visit sitemark.com for more. Follow Soliverse on: Linkedin:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/X: @SoliversePpToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 2 of the Soliverse Podcast, we sit down with Orçun Başlak, a renewable energy trailblazer and Co-Founder of Solarian and pvX. With over 17 years in solar photovoltaics and contributions to 5.2 GW of projects worldwide, Orçun unpacks how simplicity powers pvX’s mission to streamline solar adoption through innovative software solutions. He shares his entrepreneurial journey, from pvX’s inception to its first million, revealing key strategies, leadership lessons, and Stoic principles that keep him grounded. Discover the project management techniques behind massive solar milestones, the economics of solar SaaS, and his vision for the future of green tech. Plus, hear personal gems—like his favorite failure and go-to books—that fuel his drive for a sustainable tomorrow.Connect with Orcun:https://www.linkedin.com/in/orcunbaslak/Please connect with us on:Linkedin:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/⁠Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/X: @SoliversePpBooks mentioned:https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/letters.htmlhttps://www.hepsiburada.com/genc-bir-isadamina-emre-yilmaz-pm-HB000002QHKQToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailIn the premiere episode of Soliverse, host Peter Pongracz welcomes Michael Zapf of Heliokraft to explore the cutting edge of solar engineering. Michael shares his journey from law to founding Heliokraft, a company delivering holistic, 360-degree energy solutions that go beyond panels—integrating solar, thermal storage, and AI-driven systems. The conversation spans Heliokraft’s innovative projects, like self-sufficient e-truck charging parks and ice storage for thermal energy, while tackling global expansion into India and Eastern Europe. From sector coupling (or Sektorenkoppelung) to overcoming grid connection woes, this episode dives into the challenges and breakthroughs shaping a sustainable energy future. Tune in for insights on solar’s role in tomorrow’s world!Please connect with us on:Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterpongraczsaas/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106534214/X: @SoliversePpToday’s Partner: EnerdaticsLooking for better deal timing and granular M&A insight in solar and storage?Enerdatics helps renewable energy professionals identify transactions early, track trends, and price assets with real deal data.Use code SOLIVERSE10 for 10% off Enerdatics products and services. Terms apply.Explore EnerdaticsSupport the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek

Send us Fan MailAt Soliverse, we’re on a mission to bring deep, thought-provoking conversations to the solar industry. Hosted by Peter Pongracz, a seasoned expert in solar technology and software, Soliverse is more than just a podcast—it’s a platform for exploring the ideas, innovation, and challenges shaping the future of solar energy.Support the showThank you for listening to Soliverse | The Future of Solar, the podcast for people building the future of solar, storage, and renewable infrastructure.Each episode features grounded, unfiltered conversations with the people financing, developing, operating, and scaling real projects across the solar and clean energy ecosystem.Soliverse exists to cut through noise, hype, and disconnected narratives and replace them with clarity, realism, and execution-focused insight for professionals who want to make smarter decisions, faster.📌 Explore more from SoliverseExplore our partners:Enerdatics, renewable energy market intelligencePVX.AI, utility-scale solar design software📲 Follow Soliverse and Peter for more insights and updates:Peter on LinkedInSoliverse InstagramSoliverse X (Twitter)Subscribe on YouTube🎙️ New episodes release bi-weekly.Produced by APodcastGeek