Watts Up

Ryan talks with policy experts, Sarah Wochos of Borrego Solar and Amy Heart of SunRun. Sarah and Amy share their knowledge on Illinois policy- where it stands now, the RPS goals of the state, and the actions being taken for the future.  After speaking with Sarah and Amy, Ryan speaks with GRNE Solar, CEO, Eric Peterman on his take of Illinois Policy.  From the show: Sarah Wochos, Borrego...

Ryan is joined by Eric Pasi of IPS Solar and John Kinch from Michigan Energy Options to discuss the development of community solar projects. From procuring land to gaining subscribers, Eric and John share their experiences.  From the show: Eric Pasi, IPS Solar - ips-solar.com John Kinch, Michigan Energy Options – michiganenergyoptions.org   Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a...

Football is BACK! We are celebrating the start of the new NFL season by sharing what makes five NFL Stadiums sustainable. Ryan and Marie are joined by GRNE Solar's Director of Operations, Ed Howey in this bonus episode.  From the show: NBC Sports: www.nbcsports.com/nfl LEED Certification: new.usgbc.org/leed Xcel Energy Windsource: www.xcelenergy.com/programs_and_rebates/business_programs_and_...

Why is it we are seeing solar popping up across the state and Midwest? During this episode GRNE Solar's Eric Peterman, Ryan Suchsland, and The Power Bureau and former Illinois Power Agency Director, Mark Pruitt discuss the current status of Illinois solar and what they foresee moving forward.  From the show: The Power Bureau -   www.thepowerbureau.com IPA - www2.illinois.gov/sites/ipa/Pa...

As sustainability and energy topics hit the news, we will be releasing bonus episodes to provide you with the details. In this episode Marie, Ryan, and Conner share insight on the fires happening in the Amazon. From the show: Slate Magazine: slate.com/technology/2019/08/the-amazon-fires-what-you-need-to-know.html National Geographic: www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/2019/08/how-the-amazon-rainfo...

Upcoming Episodes Status of Solar in Illinois with Mark Pruitt of The Power Bureau and Eric Peterman of GRNE Solar Sustainable Stadiums with Ed Howey, GRNE Solar Community Solar with Eric Pasi of IPS Solar and John Kinch of Michigan Energy Options Island Sustainability with James Ellsmoor of Island Innovation and Solar Head of State Gaining Community Buy-In with Mariah Lynne of Good Steward Consul...

Join host Ryan Suchsland as he shares what is in store for the new Watts Up podcast. Ryan then meets with the founders of GRNE Solar, Jess Baker and Eric Peterman.  Hear from Jess and Eric about how they grew GRNE Solar from two guys to a leading EPC solar firm.  Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave us a 5-star review. To learn more about GRNE Solar visit, GRNESolar.com or you can...

Join hosts Marie Burgquist, Ryan Suchsland, and Conner Allen as they discuss the basics of solar energy systems. This episode is part one of a two part series which provides you with a high-level overview of solar systems, keywords, and incentives.  From the show: ISU Renewable Energy Program - illinoisstate.edu/academics/renewable-energy Energy Sage - www.energysage.com/solar Please subscrib...

 Join hosts Marie Burgquist, Ryan Suchsland, and Conner Allen as they discuss the renewable energy incentives. This episode is part two of a two part series which provides you with a high-level overview of solar systems, keywords, and incentives.   From the show: DSIRE – www. DSIRE.org Wholesale Solar – www. Wholesalesolar.com/solar-information Please subscribe, tell a friend, and leave...