In this episode, Dr. Allen Lomax discusses the intersection of engineering, entrepreneurship, and clean energy with Dave Riess, founder of Wunder. They explore the challenges and opportunities in the commercial solar market, the importance of capital in solar projects, and the future trends in renewable energy infrastructure. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of solar investment and the critical role of customer experience and capital access in driving growth.
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Main Points:
- Commercial solar is a smart investment for high net worth individuals.
- The solar market is experiencing a significant energy transition.
- Challenges in the commercial segment include access to capital and customer experience.
- The commercial real estate market is under-penetrated in solar adoption.
- Investment credit is crucial for financing solar projects.
- Tenants’ electricity costs influence commercial real estate decisions.
- The demand for electricity is increasing, impacting commercial properties.
- Renewable energy generation is becoming more economically viable.
- The growth of solar technology is accelerating despite challenges.
- Future opportunities in commercial solar investment remain strong.
Connect with Dave Riess:
- https://www.wunderpower.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidriess/
- https://www.facebook.com/WunderCapital/