It’s the end of an era. After more than 75 interviews over six years, Solar Power World editor-in-chief Kelly Pickerel is passing the Contractor’s Corner podcast torch to managing editor Kelsey Misbrener. And since there is a wide collection of episodes to reflect on, Pickerel has pulled together some of her favorite interviews during her tenure as podcast host. While some themes weave throughout — permitting woes are still annoying — it’s nice to remember the hot-button issues of yesteryear and realize just how far the solar industry has come. 

Interview clips included in today's episode:
https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2019/06/contractors-corner-peak-view-solar/
https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2018/10/contractors-corner-sun-light-and-power/
https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2020/03/contractors-corner-paradise-energy-solutions/
https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2017/01/contractors-corner-proving-solar-viable-even-darkest-alaskan-communities/
https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2020/08/contractors-corner-sunation/

KP misspoke during the last interview clip. She was talking with Scott Maskin at SUNation.

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Solar Power Array

Solar power is quickly making great leaps in terms of the amount of power it solar cells are able to generate. And National Geographic Emerging Explorer and nanoscientist Xiaolin Zheng is working to broaden solar power's ability to transform our lives. Zheng has created sticky solar cells that adhere to the backs of gadgets and can help "charge the chargers," allowing us to power phones and GPS devices from the woods, for example. She expects these devices to hit the market within a few years.

The Future of Solar Power - Xiaolin Zheng

Illinois lawmakers are considering a series of proposals that could either fuel the continued growth of a new industry or stop it in its tracks. The Chicago based Environmental Law and Policy Center says the state’s renewable energy industry now accounts for about 20,000 jobs. WDCB's Brian O'Keefe spoke with ELPC Executive Director Howard Learner. He says the sector will continue to grow if governments do the right thing.


Wind and Solar Power Employ 20,000 In Illinois

Too much renewable power? A German engineer comes up with a way to store excess renewable energy, take pressure off the grid and ease the way for the adoption of more wind and solar power in a country that's already way ahead of most of the rest of us.

When the grid says 'no' to wind and solar power, this company's technology helps it say 'yes' again

Solar power: Abundant and free - #BCTOWORK - Apr 15

Tesla is famous for its electric cars, and it's now moving into the world of batteries. The company introduced new systems designed to store power from unreliable wind and solar sources, hoping to make a fortune and change the energy market forever.

If Tesla's new solar power batteries are as good as its cars, they could be a game changer

Hawaiian solar often makes headlines, but no one knows it quite like Dora Nakafuji. As direct of renewable energy planning at Hawaiian Electric Company, Nakafuji and her team have developed utility programs that are being studied and replicated across the country. During a 2016 Solar Speaks Live interview, she shares her perspective on Hawaiian solar and how a utility built on collaboration and understanding how customers use energy is the best for solar.

Creating A New Type Of Utility For Solar

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