“Ikigai isn’t about escaping work - it’s about aligning it with your purpose.” There’s a point in life when you stop chasing money, titles, or validation - and start chasing meaning. That’s ikigai : your reason for being. It’s the intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. But living your ikigai doesn’t mean life gets easier. It means every challenge, every sacrifice, and every long day finally means something . Wh

As the world shifts towards sustainable energy solutions, the solar industry is booming, creating exciting opportunities for businesses to diversify and expand. HVAC service companies, with their skilled technicians, specialized tools, trucks, customer relationships, and scheduling expertise, are uniquely positioned to make a seamless transition into the residential and commercial solar sector. In this blog post, we'll explore the synergies between HVAC and solar businesses a

One major challenge that asset owners and investors in utility-scale solar projects face today is the soaring insurance costs.

Two key metrics that play a vital role in achieving this goal are MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and MTTR (Mean Time To Repair). These me

The global push towards a sustainable future has led to a rapid expansion of renewable energy sources. From solar and wind to hydro and geothermal, these clean energy alternatives have gained immense popularity due to their environmental benefits. However, as the renewable energy sector continues to flourish, it is facing a significant obstacle - a shortage of skilled workers. This shortage not only threatens the progress of the renewable energy industry but also poses challe

Unlike some common misconceptions, solar power does require routine maintenance. Understanding the maintenance requirements is just one piece of the equation to ensuring optimum performance. Like many things for solar power and renewables in general, it depends on many different factors that we will cover. Seasonality It should be no surprise that renewable assets are heavily impacted by weather and weather events, but unlike other generations regulations and practices regar

While speaking on a panel session at a conference I was asked, " What keeps you up at night as a leader in the industry?" And without hesitation I said, "Untrained and unqualified workers." The Stage I have to set the stage for those not in the industry: there are so many new organizations and technicians that are in solar fields or on rooftops all over the world working to get systems installed and operating. This work is generally performed in pairs or by lone worker, with

What is a "Truck Roll" in Solar? In the solar energy industry, where innovation and technology are driving the transition to cleaner power sources, the term "truck roll" may not immediately come to mind. However, this seemingly simple concept plays a significant role in both business operations within the solar industry and the broader context of utility grid operations. In this blog, we'll delve into what a "truck roll" is in the context of solar, its implications for busine