Straight Talk Solar Cast
Welcome to the world’s first Straight-Talk SolarCast! This is your go-to podcast for answers about solar.
Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.
Each episode we discuss questions facing people making the decision to go solar. The solutions to your questions are given to you – straight – by one of the leading experts in the solar industry, Jamie Duran, president of Solar Harmonics.
Feel free to search our library for answers to questions that you’re facing when considering solar.
Recent Episodes
Solar Horror Stories for Halloween
In this week's podcast, we discuss two real-life solar horror stories that are tales of caution for everyone else. The first is a solar lease + new roof + solar broker story, and the second is a broken solar panel system with an out-of-area installer with poor...
Solar + Industry Updates
In this week's podcast we discuss the recent updates with the solar installer license, Net Energy Metering changes and solar in Mexico. Great to be back! About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their...
Solar + NEM Updates
In this week's podcast we discuss the newest Net Energy Metering proposal by the California utilities and the effects on both the commercial and residential solar markets. Please also subscribe to The California Solar & Storage Association (CALSSA) for more...
Solar + Fall Updates
In this week's podcast we discuss a couple of updates that are having big effects on the solar business - raw materials and the California Solar and Storage Association's lawsuit against the California Contractors State License Board. About Jamie Duran & Solar...
Solar + Labor Shortage
In this week's podcast we discuss the labor shortage in California, and how it is affecting the solar industry. We discuss potential solutions and how long the shortage should last. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern...
Solar + Kilowatt Hours
In this week's podcast we discuss how we evaluate a client's electricity bill to build a solar proposal. Kilowatt hours are the base unit for solar power and we get into the calculation of solar panel production. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you...
Solar + New Licensing Requirements
In this week's podcast we discuss the new CSLB requirement to essentially invalidate the C-46 solar installer license. Now the CSLB is requiring an electrical C-10 license to install solar. It is unclear why the CSLB has moved away from its own solar installer...
Solar + New Commercial Buildings
In this week's podcast, we discuss the new California Energy Commission's rule about adding solar & storage to all new buildings. This is a massive new requirement that will impact the commercial construction business from now on. About Jamie Duran &...
Solar + New Commercial Buildings
In this week's podcast we discuss the new California Energy Commission's rule about adding solar & storage to all new buildings. This is a massive new requirement that will impact the commercial construction business from now on. About Jamie Duran &...
Solar + Climate Change
In this week's podcast we discuss the UN's newest climate change report. We discuss what impact an individual can have on climate change, & how small changes can have a big impact. We then discuss the 'incentives' we are seeing in California and...
Recent Reviews
I’ve listen to all the episodes, lotta good advice that I learned a lot from listening to these guys. I wish the solar company was in my area, I feel like they could finally convince me to go sold or where it totally makes sense. Jamie and Adam make quite a team. Jamie's wealth of knowledge in the solar field and the shows format, is a great way for people to pick up Jamie's knowledge in an entertaining way! As a Realtor over 26 years plus
These guys make me laugh.
This podcast should be in Realtors toolbox I’m a solar professional and I benefit from the show’s coverage of industry news. Thanks for the info! Spen a few days listening to the entire series an you will know everything you need to know to buy your solar system! Plus you will learn a variety of energy saving tips! I love these guys! They are entertaining and informative! Love the format of this podcast. Short, sweet, and to the point! Great way to catch up on the latest news and trends in the industry while on the road and in between appointments. Keep up the great work, guys! Tons of information if your a home owner or even a solar contractor. Keep it up guys appreciate you keeping us to to date. Thanks been trying to find a good solar podcast and really like hearing your perspective and that of what you hear from your clients. Lots of great info. Thank you Very fun, easy to listen to, and straight to the point. Thanks so much for offering these bite-sized nuggets of information! The information you're sharing is enlightening and truly straight to the point. I look forward to learning more and will definitely send people looking for solar to this podcast because it's like talking with a rep without any pressure.