• The Future of Home Solar: Battery Storage, EV Integration, and Installation Trends with Joe Ordia | EP262

  • Feb 25 2025
  • Length: 37 mins
  • Podcast

The Future of Home Solar: Battery Storage, EV Integration, and Installation Trends with Joe Ordia | EP262

  • Summary

  • In this illuminating episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Joe Ordia, the creator of Solar Surge on YouTube, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of residential solar technology. With 13 years of industry experience, Joe shares invaluable insights on the transformation of home solar and battery storage solutions, from early "science experiment" setups to today's sleek, integrated systems.

    The conversation delves deep into the current state of residential solar technology, examining the pros and cons of leading brands like Tesla, Franklin, Enphase, and SolarEdge. Joe and Tim discuss the shifting dynamics of module-level power electronics (MLPEs), installation complexity challenges, and the emerging trend toward simplified DC-coupled systems. They explore how changes in net metering policies are reshaping the industry and driving the adoption of battery storage solutions (BESS).

    A highlight of the episode is the forward-looking discussion of bi-directional EV charging, which both experts identify as the next major innovation in home energy systems. Listeners will gain practical insights into how this technology could transform the relationship between electric vehicles and home energy management.

    Whether you're a solar installer, industry professional, or homeowner considering solar, this episode offers valuable perspectives on current market leaders, installation best practices, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of residential solar.

    Social Media Handles

    Joe Ordia

    Solar Surge

    Support the show

    Connect with Tim

    Clean Power Hour
    Clean Power Hour on YouTube
    Tim on Twitter
    Tim on LinkedIn

    Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com

    Review Clean Power Hour on Apple Podcasts

    The Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com

    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

    Show More Show Less

What listeners say about The Future of Home Solar: Battery Storage, EV Integration, and Installation Trends with Joe Ordia | EP262

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.