Podcast Ep. 49 | The Role of EPCs Shaping the Future of Solar Energy

Описание: Join hosts Christoph Bruhn and Russell Hamilton for an energizing conversation with Michael Benitez, Senior Director of Engineering at Moss Construction, as he returns to the Sounds of Solar podcast!

In this episode, Michael dives into the challenges and innovations shaping today’s large-scale solar projects. We explore Moss’s approach to EPC work, the importance of construction-minded engineering, and the growing role of AI and automation in renewable energy. Michael also shares insights on perovskite panels, high-voltage trends, labor shortages, and the evolving future of battery storage.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Why EPC streamlines solar project delivery
The promise (and risks) of perovskite solar panels
How AI is transforming engineering workflows
Construction challenges scaling skilled labor
The future of high-voltage and battery tech

TIMESTAMPS:
00:03:15 – What it means to be an EPC in solar construction
00:16:40 – How AI and automation are changing project design
00:25:20 – Exploring the potential of perovskite solar panels
00:38:50 – The challenge of scaling skilled labor for solar builds
00:52:10 – Looking ahead: high-voltage trends & battery storage

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