Andy Klump, CEO and Founder of Clean Energy Associates (CEA), joins the Raptor Report Podcast to discuss critical trends shaping the solar industry. He offers strategic insights into navigating risks and capitalizing on new opportunities in solar manufacturing and operations.

CEA’s founder Andy Klump joins the Raptor Report Podcast to discuss critical trends and challenges in the solar and energy storage industries. He shares insights on the shift in solar manufacturing from China to Southeast Asia due to U.S. trade policies and the slow progress of domestic cell production under the IRA. Andy highlights the rapid growth of energy storage for grid resilience and its integration with solar projects. He addresses risks such as material quality and supply chain disruptions, emphasizing the role of CEA’s audits and inspections in mitigating these issues. Andy also explores the transformative impact of AI and robotics on performance optimization and deployment efficiency, expressing optimism about their role in driving innovation and decarbonization.

Whether you're a developer, EPC, or investor, this episode is packed with actionable advice and industry trends you can’t miss!

Podcast topics:

• Navigating Solar Supply Chain Risks: From AD/CVD to quality control, Andy discusses the complexities developers face and how to mitigate them.

• The Role of Robotics & AI: Discover how technology is addressing labor shortages, improving construction, and optimizing plant management.

• U.S. PV Manufacturing Growth: What’s next for domestic solar production under the IRA, and why cell manufacturing remains a critical bottleneck.