Just Another Solar Podcast
Join Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen, Nigel Morris and Jess MacPherson for a down-to-earth update on what’s happening in the Australian solar industry.
With regular guests we discuss technology, events and business issues facing anyone involved in solar, storage or electric vehicles.
Episodes
79 episodes
#80 - The Missing Piece w/ Ray Szylko & Peter Matthews
Managing solar systems and servicing customers post-install is a massive challenge for retailers and installers. Ray Szylko (CSO & Co-Founder @ Omnidian) and Peter Matthews (MD @ Solar Service Guys) joined us to discuss these issues and the...
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Season 7
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Episode 80
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46:44
#79 - Rebates, Roadshows & RTO's w/ Lliam Ricketts
It's been a massive fortnight and we jam as many topics as we can into the episode! Lliam Ricketts from Supply Partners & New Energy Training joined us for a deep-dive on commercial storage, large EV chargers and diversifying yo...
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Season 7
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Episode 79
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50:44
#78 - Circuit Breakers & More w/ Geoff Bragg
After our fortnightly update, Geoff Bragg joined us for a chat. He's the Training & Standards Coordinator at the SEC, Deputy Chair at SEIA, Managing Director at Sunman Solar, and also one of the good guys of the industry.Enter the "W...
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Season 7
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Episode 78
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49:09
#77 - The Courteous Assassin w/ Mark Cavanaugh
After the usual industry wrap, Mark Cavanaugh joins us for a chat. Mark is the owner of MC Electrical and has one of the most informative YouTube channels on solar. Some of his views are controversial but they're all backed up by testing and da...
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Season 7
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Episode 77
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49:48
#76 - Catalyst for Change w/ Brian Craighead & Ben Bishop
We're back for 2025 with the usual industry news and banter. Brian Craighead & Ben Bishop from Energy Renaissance also joined us to discuss manufacturing and the wider battery market.Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beat...
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Season 7
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Episode 76
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51:22
#75 - 2024 Finale w/ The JASP Crew
We sat down to review the year, cover current topics and to make some predictions about 2025. Find out which episodes were the most downloaded as well as some other interesting stats. Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Be...
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Season 6
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Episode 75
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47:12
#74 - Solar Nerds w/ Imraan Thanawalla
Imraan from Solaris Finance and Solar Nerds joined us to discuss a range of topics including industry trends and net-zero massage chairs. Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen and Nigel Morris, featuring...
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Season 6
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Episode 74
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41:52
#73 - EV's, V2G & Beyond w/ Ross De Rango
Ross De Rango from the Electric Vehicle Council joined us to discuss current issues around EV's, including a deep-dive into V2G (vehicle to grid). Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen and Nigel Morris. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 73
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50:09
#72 - Retreat & Advance w/ Matt Harold
Matt Harold from Enviro Projects joined us for the latest episode. From the Emerging debacle to business wins, we enjoyed this one.Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen and Nigel Morris, with Jess MacPherson ...
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Season 6
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Episode 72
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42:34
#71 - All Energy 2024 w/ Assorted Guests
Join us for a walk around the floor of All Energy, where we chatted with some of the industry's finest. There's plenty of background noise but the conversations were great. Thanks to Finn Peacock (Solar Quotes), Will Hall (Sigenergy), Bobbie Mc...
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Season 6
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Episode 71
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34:20
#70 - SwitchedOn w/ Joey Kassouf
We're joined by Joey Kassouf from SwitchDin to understand how CSIP works and why it's been implemented (now we just need uniform requirements across the country!). We also solve the mystery of the missing episode #69.Just Anoth...
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Season 6
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Episode 70
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47:42
#68 - Stewardship & Futurism w/ Darren Johannesen
Darren Johannesen from the SEC is one of the leading figures in stewardship, solar recycling and the circular economy. He joined us to discuss these topics and more... Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jens...
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Season 5
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Episode 68
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47:52
#67 - A New Season w/ Leila Playmore
Leila Playmore is an accomplished industry figure, off-grid specialist and advocate for women in the solar industry. She jumped onto the latest episode to chat with Karl and Nige.Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Kar...
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Season 5
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Episode 67
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32:48
#66 - The Wild West w/ Wilf Johnston
Wilf Johnston is the GM of the Smart Energy Council in WA and has an extensive history in our industry. He joined us for a chat and as we go through the latest news.Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen and N...
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Season 5
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Episode 66
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52:42
#65 - Here Comes the Sun w/ Andy McCarthy
Andy McCarthy is doing the rounds to promote his book "Here Comes the Sun" and joined us for an excellent chat. Jess MacPherson also dropped into the conversation.Order a copy of "Here Comes the Sun" here: https://affirmpress.com.au/bro...
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Season 5
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Episode 65
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47:32
#64 - The Good Doctor w/ Richard Corkish
We were lucky to have Dr Richard Corkish from UNSW chat with us about solar technology and passion projects in the Pacific. Jess MacPherson also jumped in as co-host, with her usual passion. Learn more about Dr Richard's passion pr...
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Season 5
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Episode 64
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51:34
#63 - Diversification & Beyond w/ Luke Cove
Luke Cove from Lightning Energy joined Nige, Karl & Luke to discuss electrification and business from a unique point-of-view.Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen and Nigel Morris. It's a casual convers...
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Season 5
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Episode 63
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45:32
#62 - The Woracle w/ Warwick Johnston
Solar installs are hitting record volumes while solar companies are doing it tough. Warwick Johnston from Sunwiz joined us to discuss this phenomenon, as well as other market trends. sunwiz.com.auJust Another Solar Podcast ...
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Season 5
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Episode 62
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38:27
#61 - The Glenmo Juggernaut w/ Glen Morris
In the latest episode we're joined by Glen Morris from the Smart Energy Lab. The topics range from breaking news to the latest in tech and compliance. Smart Energy Lab on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SmartEnergyLabJust...
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Season 5
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Episode 61
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43:49
#60 - Smarter Solar & Storage w/ Huon Hoogesteger
Huon Hoogesteger from Smart Commercial Solar is a leader in commercial solutions and joined us to discuss the latest challenges and issues in that space. Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen and Nigel M...
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Season 5
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Episode 60
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45:46
#59 - Beyond Zero Emissions w/ Heidi Lee
In this episode we're joined by Heidi Lee, CEO of the think-tank and advocacy group Beyond Zero Emissions. We take a wider view than usual to see the bigger picture and Solar's role in it. Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Lu...
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Season 5
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Episode 59
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37:56
#58 - PV Recycling w/ James Petesic
Will the materials recovered from solar panels at end-of-life be enough to cover the cost of recycling? Is the 'tidal wave' of decommissioned PV panels an impending disaster or an enormous opportunity. James Petesic from PV industries joi...
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Season 5
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Episode 58
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37:20
#57 - All Things Storage w/ Simon Ceglinski
Simon Ceglinski from PowerPlus Energy is the the guest and topics include the $1Bn Solar SunShot scheme (including a short update from John Grimes), warranties after a company folds and lithium battery fires. Just Another Solar Pod...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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51:17
#56 - Live from SEC w/ Terry Costello & Wayne Smith
Live from the floor of the SEC in Sydney, we discussed the standouts of the show. Terry Costello from Solar Accreditation Australia joined us to share about the transition of the solar accreditation program. Wayne Smith from the Smart Energy Co...
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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31:32
#55 - My Efficient Electric Home w/ Tim Forcey
Luke, Karl & Nige cover off the latest industry news and then catch up with energy adviser, researcher and author Tim Forcey. He's also the founder of the My Efficient Electric Home FB page.Pre-order your copy of Tim's book My Effic...
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Season 4
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Episode 55
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48:29