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Episode Description
Community solar promises to lower energy costs while expanding access to clean power—but does it deliver? Aviv Shalgi, CEO of Solar Simplified, joins Nico to expose the hidden challenges and big opportunities in this growing market. From financing hurdles to state-by-state policy shifts, we dig into what’s really happening behind the scenes. If you want the inside scoop on the future of community solar, this episode is a must-listen!
Here are five key topics from the interview:
1️⃣ What is Community Solar? – The surprising way renters and homeowners can benefit without installing panels.
2️⃣ The Business Model Uncovered – How companies profit while offering guaranteed energy bill savings.
3️⃣ Hidden Risks for Developers – Why some projects fail and what most don’t see coming.
4️⃣ 2025 Market Shakeup – What’s driving potential industry consolidation and who will survive.
5️⃣ The Future of Energy Savings – Why community solar is gaining bipartisan support and expanding nationwide.
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Noteworthy Quotes:
"As long as we get more community solar and more savings to people, I’m totally cool with this." - Aviv Shalgi
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Nico Johnson
Entrepreneur & Podcaster
In my 20 year career, I've worked with dozens of entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and professionals in transition to clarify their mission, set or stretch their goals, and work through the barriers to their growth.
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