The Start w/ Jared & Micah

Taken from the Yoooo Sun!!! podcast, Micah & Jared discuss the early evolution of our solar education programs.

Solar States' Education Piece - Yoooo Sun!!! Clips

In this clip taken from our Yoooo Sun!!! Podcast, Micah recounts his dialogue with Van Jones prior to starting Solar States in 2008.

The 2008 Q&A that Led to Solar States

Today, in solar.... Jared and Micah turn their attention to topics near and dear to...just about anybody considering solar: 'Why do people go solar? Is my home good for solar? What's up with the warranties? 25 years, you say?! A battery seems like a smart idea for my home. Is a battery a smart idea for my home?' Yes, we get to it ALL, people - all of it. Clear your calendar. Call out of work - you'll be thirty minutes later today (well, 26...) Discussed in this episode:&nbsp;  Life as a residential solar installer in Philadelphia Diverse motivations for going solar Home storage batteries - prices and trends The importance of accurate assessments Types of rooftops Shading and sun exposure Long warranties unique and interesting installation stories A comment on police brutality

#2 Solar 101 w/ Jared & Micah

Today, in solar... Jared &amp; Micah explain why solar varies so drastically by state. They walk through available solar incentives like accelerated depreciation and SRECs and - yes - there&nbsp;is&nbsp;a detailed explanation of how solar energy is generated and priced. They knew you wouldn't do without some banter on energy rates, so they threw that in, too. Discussed in this episode:&nbsp;  Nationwide legislative and incentive programs Accelerated depreciation FERC Deregulated markets How energy and electricity is generated and sold Energy pricing in different states State incentive programs SRECs explained State solar standards Get out and vote!  &nbsp;

#3 Solar Policy and Incentives w/ Jared & Micah

Today, in solar..... Pennsylvania! PA is a notoriously complex place as it relates to energy. Jared and Micah talk through the short history and basic policies in Pennsylvania, and review available incentive programs like Solarize programs and the Philadelphia Solar Rebate.&nbsp; In this episode:&nbsp;  Short history of Pennsylvania solar policy&nbsp; Overview of the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS) SRECs and their relationship to the AEPS Solarize Philadelphia&nbsp; Philadelphia Solar Rebate Deregulated Electric Markets

#4 Solar in Pennsylvania w/ Jared & Micah

Thea Gudonis is is our guest as we discuss solar from an investor's perspective.&nbsp; Thea installed solar on her own Texas property a few years back. She talks about what the installation meant for her home's value and tenants, and how new financing options have made solar more intriguing to "practical investors".&nbsp; "Solar's not a luxurious expense for the greenies; it's for the practical investor. Instead of just paying a monthly expense without any return, or any end in sight, you're switching that and diverting it to a monthly fixed investment that has an end, adds value to your property, invests in your local community and clean energy - it's one of the few examples in this world that's a Win-Win-Win for everyone and makes environmental, social, and economic success." &nbsp;

#6 Solar as an Investment w/ Jared, Micah, and guest Thea Gudonis

Yooo Sun!!! - the show about solar! (crowd erupts) (roses thrown) (host Jared carried off by crowd)