Soliverse podcast
At Soliverse, we share powerful conversations shaping the future of solar energy and renewable innovation. Hosted by Peter Pongracz, a leading expert in solar technology, software, and clean energy
The Soliverse Podcast dives deep into the trends transforming the global solar industry.
Each episode features deep-dive discussions with solar pioneers, engineers, entrepreneurs, and investors, uncovering the ideas, technologies, and strategies driving the solar revolution.
From cutting-edge solar projects and AI-powered design tools to energy policy, finance, and sustainability insights, Soliverse brings clarity and inspiration to everyone passionate about the rise of solar power.
Episodes
29 episodes
Dr. Marek Kubik on BESS, AI, and Scaling a Billion-Dollar Energy Company
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Marek Kubik—battery expert, energy futurist, and co-founder of Fluence—to explore what’s next for battery energy storage systems (BESS), AI in energy<...
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Episode 28
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56:25
Tim Montague on AI, Solar Economics, and Why Batteries Are Just the Beginning
In this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Tim Montague, founder of Clean Power Hour and Clean Power Consulting, to unpack how AI, batteries, and grid modernization are reshaping the economics...
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Episode 27
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50:12
Joachim Rupp on Scale, Storage, and Solar’s Missing Link: Systems Thinking
In this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Joachim Rupp—solar veteran, investor, and advisor—to explore what’s really holding the clean energy transition back: fragmented systems, missing ta...
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Episode 26
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41:34
Guillaume Burstert (Sunwise) on Containerized Solar, Supply Chains, and Lighting Up 300M Lives
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Guillaume Burstert, founder of Sunwise, who’s on a mission to replace diesel generators with plug-and-play solar containers—and br...
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Episode 25
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40:18
Martin Lips (Fusebox) on Flexibility, Grid Chaos, and Building the Software Layer Europe Desperately Needs
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Martin Lips, Chief Commercial Officer at Fusebox, to explore one of the most overlooked—and powerful—levers in Europe’s energy tra...
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Episode 24
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46:04
Julia Wu & Anuj Saigal (SparkHQ.ai) on AI, Permitting Bottlenecks, and the Next Wave of Solar Development
In this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Julia Wu and Anuj Saigal—co-founders of SparkHQ.ai, the AI startup tackling one of clean energy’s biggest pain points: permitting.With delays an...
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Episode 23
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58:06
Trygve Mongstad from Over Easy Solar on Vertical PV, Green Roofs, and the Rooftop Revolution
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Trygve Mongstad, physicist and CEO of Over Easy Solar, to unpack how vertical, prefab solar units are reshaping the future of flat rooftops—and why it’s time we rethink...
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Episode 22
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36:21
How Joachim Reinhardt and Variate.Energy are Redesigning Solar with Hybrid Data, Storage, and Smart Demand Matching?
In this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Joachim Reinhardt, Co-Founder of Variate Energy, to explore the next frontier of utility-scale energy: building smarter, data-driven hybrid solar p...
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Episode 21
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46:31
Advantage Capital’s Tom Bitting on Financing Solar, Storage, and the AI-Powered Energy Transition
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Tom Bitting, Managing Director at Advantage Capital, to dive into the money behind solar—and how smart financing is now central to grid resilience,...
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Episode 20
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47:31
SolarPower Europe’s Bethany Meban on the Future of Solar: Storage, Policy, and the Net-Zero Industry Act
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Bethany Meban, Head of Communications at SolarPower Europe, to unpack the forces reshaping solar in Europe—from slowing growth to massive storage o...
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Episode 19
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45:42
How Roofit.Solar and CEO Andres Anijalg Are Transforming Metal Roofing into High-Performance Solar Energy Systems
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Andres Anijalg, Co-Founder and CEO of Roofit.Solar, to unpack how one Estonian startup is shaking up the global solar game—by building solar roofs that people actually want...
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Episode 18
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47:12
Shaping the Future of Solar: Tech, Industry & Policy Insights with Dr. Rado Kopecek, Co-Founder of ISC Konstanz
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Dr. Rado Kopecek, Co-Founder of ISC Konstanz and one of the most influential figures in global photovoltaics, to unpack the technological, political, and industrial forces shaping t...
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Episode 17
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1:02:01
Feasibility-First Solar + Battery Modeling Software with James Allston, Co-Founder & Head of Growth at Orkestra
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with James Allston, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at Orkestra, to explore how advanced software is revolutionizing the way commercial solar and battery projects are designed and optimize...
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Episode 16
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1:05:03
AI and Self-Design: The Future of Residential Solar Sales with Surya Potharaju, CEO of Arka Energy (Arka360)
On this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Surya Potharaju, CEO of Arka Energy, to unpack how AI, smart platforms, and new business models are transforming residential and s...
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Episode 15
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54:16
AgriVoltaics & Dynamic Solar Land‑Use Strategies with Mo Horowitz, CCO of Solargik
In this episode of the Soliverse Podcast, Peter sits down with Mo Horowitz, Chief Commercial Officer at Solargik, to explore the cutting edge of agrivoltaics, solar software, and dynamic land u...
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Episode 14
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1:02:05
Reinventing PV Structures for Utility-Scale Projects with Maksim Markevich, Co-Founder of PVFarm & Sunbim
I n this episode of the Soliverse podcast, Peter interviews Maksim Markevich, co-founder of Sunbim and PVFarm. They discuss Maksim's journey from structural engineering to solar innovation, the challenges faced in solar PV d...
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Episode 13
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1:04:15
Monthly recap - May - Enerdatics, SolidClouds, RatedPower
Connect with Mohit/Enerdatics:Web: enerdatics.comLinkedin:
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Episode 12
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54:41
Designing Smarter PV & AI‑Driven Solar Projects with Carla Coghen, Director at RatedPower
In this conversation, Carla Coghen from Rated Power shares her journey from a being a law to the renewable energy sector, emphasizing the importance of innovation, transparency, and a strong company culture. She discusses th...
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Episode 11
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42:16
3D Drone Modeling and Point-Cloud Tech in Solar Design with Jordan, CEO of Solidclouds
Peter and Jordan discuss Solidclouds’ innovative services in the solar energy sector.Focus on drone technology and 3D modeling for solar projects.Solidclouds’ evolution and use of point clouds for precise site measurement...
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Episode 10
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43:31
AI-Driven Clean Energy Intelligence with Mohit Kaul, Founder of Enerdatics
In this conversation, Mohit Kaul from Enerdatics shares insights on the renewable energy sector, the role of AI in market intelligence, and the intricacies of the M&A process. He discusses the founding story of Enerdatic...
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Episode 9
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57:03
Monthly recap - April - nTeaser, PVComplete, Helioscope
Miguel Galatas- Co-Founder - nTeaser - 00.30- 22.07https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-galatas-perez-juez-096203175/Shane Lebow - CEO - PV Complete - 22.21- 46.29https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-le...
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Episode 8
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1:09:40
Paul Grana on Building Helioscope, Solar Software Growth, and the Aurora Solar Acquisition
In this conversation, Paul Grana discusses the founding and evolution of Folsom Labs and its flagship product, Helioscope. He shares insights into the early days of solar software, the challenges faced in the industry, an...
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Episode 7
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1:20:19
Fixing Solar Engineering with Automated PV Design Tools with Shane Lebow, CEO of PVComplete
On this episode we chat with Shane Lebow, CEO of PV Complete, about revolutionizing solar design. Shane shares his journey from finance to leading a solar software company, unveiling how PV Complete’s tools slash design time...
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Episode 6
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51:23
Bridging Renewable Energy Financing & M&A with Miguel Galatas, Co-Founder of nTeaser
In this conversation, Miguel Galatas discusses the innovative approaches nTeaser is taking in the renewable energy sector, particularly in energy mergers and acquisitions (M&A). He emphasizes the importance of passion in...
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Episode 5
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1:11:29
Monthly recap - March - Heliokraft, Sitemark, pvX
This is a special recap episode, rounding up the best moments from last month’s conversations. You’ll hear a short clip from each guest, giving you a taste of their insights! We’ve fine-tuned this format based on your feedba...
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Episode 4
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