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In this episode of Clean Power Hour Live, hosts Tim Montague and John Weaver tackle the elephant in the room - policy uncertainty - while making a compelling case for why now might be the best time to double down on solar. Fresh from the Midwest Solar Expo in Chicago and the ACORE Financial Forum in NYC, they share insights from industry heavyweights who are aggressively pursuing projects despite potential ITC changes. Here is what we discussed:

Industry Outlook & Market Confidence

• Solar industry resilience despite policy uncertainty - Both hosts express optimism that the solar transition will continue despite potential ITC changes, with John noting strong confidence from major industry players at the ACORE Financial Forum in NYC (PV Magazine)

Policy & Legislative Updates

• Texas anti-solar bills defeated - Multiple bills that would have restricted solar deployment in Texas failed to progress in the state House of Representatives (PV Magazine)

Market Data & Economics

• Residential electricity price increases - EIA data shows average 13% increase across US, with some regions seeing up to 26% increases, potentially offsetting reduced solar incentives (Energy Information Administration)
• Solar curtailment in California - 2024 saw 3.4 million MWh curtailed (up 29%), but represents only ~1% of total energy generation (PV Magazine)

Technology & Manufacturing News

• Perovskite efficiency record - New record of 829 watts achieved for utility-scale perovskite modules (PV Tech)

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