Electrifying Everything with Solar and Energy Efficiency with Austin Carr, Greenlink Energy Solutions | EP194

Austin Carr, founder of Greenlink Energy Solutions, joins us to discuss his journey from military service to clean energy entrepreneur. We cover electrifying homes and buildings in a 360-degree approach - improving energy efficiency, upgrading mechanical systems, and adding solar and storage. Solar installers take note - this is the future of the solar company, a 360-degree approach to making the built environment more efficient and low carbon. Key TakeawaysAustin's early exposure to solar technology in the military sparked his interest in green energy and starting his own business.Weatherization and building envelope improvements like insulation and air sealing maximize the value of solar installations.Adding battery storage increases the benefits and value of solar through demand charge reduction, backup power, and more.Quality installations, equipment, and workmanship ensure successful solar projects that meet expectations.A 360-degree approach to clean energy provides comprehensive services - efficiency, electrification, and renewable energy.Navigating evolving markets, technologies and incentives is key for solar contractors to thrive long-term.Expanding into larger commercial, industrial, and community solar opens new growth opportunities.The episode covers ComEd's electrification pilot program, the Illinois solar market's growth and incentives, tips for residential and commercial customers, Greenlink's expansion into larger solar projects, and their comprehensive in-house capabilities.Social Media HandlesAustin CarrGreenlink Energy Solutions Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email [email protected] Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: [email protected] Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

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