Building Cool Things That Matter: Solar Boats & Rotating Houses

Join us for a conversation with Steve Arnold — serial entrepreneur, innovator, and the creative mind behind Canada’s most unforgettable sustainable experiences. From co‑founding Ride Solar — the team behind North America’s largest fully solar‑powered tour boat and solar‑electric party bike experien…

Canada's Path to Clean Energy

Join us as we sit down with Catherine Jeffery, a policy analyst at Clean Energy Canada, to explore the world of clean energy policy. Catherine shares what her role involves, the organization’s mission and goals, and her perspective on Canada’s transition to renewables. From how she got started in t…

One Podcast with Another: David Dodge with Green Energy Futures

What happens when one podcast meets another? We chat with David Dodge of Green Energy Futures about how he got started, the stories that stuck with him, and how the clean energy space has changed over time. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at podcasting, storytelling, and the future of green energy. …

Solar in 10: the Top 15 Most Asked Questions About Solar PV

Thinking about going solar? Start here. In this rapid-fire episode, we answer the 15 most asked solar questions in under 10 minutes — from costs and savings to net billing, batteries, winter performance, and outages. No fluff, no jargon — just clear, practical answers. If solar’s on your mind, this…

Energy-Positive Homes: Solar, Passive Design & the Future of Housing

What does it really mean to build an energy-positive home — and is it actually affordable? In this episode, we sit down with Stéphane Doise, founder of CORE We Care, to explore how passive design, solar energy, and thoughtful construction can create homes that are healthier, more efficient, and tru…

Solar + EVs: The Perfect Energy Pair

What happens when you pair clean driving with clean energy? Julian Sale (Motorize EV) and Glenn Garry (Victoria EV Association) sit down to talk EV myths, shifting global trade news, and why charging your vehicle with sunshine might be the smartest move you can make. Solar and EVs aren’t just compa…

Understanding Net Metering, Net Billing, and BC Hydro’s Case Before the BCUC

The conversation delves into the proposed transition from net metering to net billing in British Columbia, exploring the implications for solar energy users and the role of the BC Utilities Commission. Steve Unger, an intervener in the process, discusses the complexities of the rate application, th…

Powering Canada Forward: A Live Solar Summit Conversation with Phil McKay (CanREA)

Recorded live at the Solar Nova Scotia's Solar Summit in Halifax, this episode features a wide-ranging conversation with Phil McKay from the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA). We discuss CanREA’s goals, what’s coming next for the organization, and the current state of solar in Canada. …

Looking Back, Looking Forward

Join us for another episode of The Solar PVcast, recorded live from Solar Nova Scotia's Atlantic Canada Solar Summit! Tune in to hear Rob Milliken, VP of Business Development at Charge Solar share his experience, industry insights, and what’s ahead for solar in Canada!     Catch the episode through…

Breaking Down LONGi's Back Contact Technology

It’s another episode of The Solar PVcast, powered by Shift, recorded live at Solar Nova Scotia's Atlantic Canada Solar Summit in Halifax!  Tune in for an exciting and insightful conversation with Lian Si from Longi Solar, taking a closer look at Back Contact (BC) panel technology. This standout te…