In Episode 7 of The Solar Power Hour, hosts William Grant and Austin Bare break down the new mission behind Sun Collectors: repairing the reputation of solar in Central Illinois.

After six years in the community, they explain why that mission matters now more than ever. With solar companies pulling out of the market, homeowners being left without support, and misinformation still spreading, this episode dives into what separates long-term service companies from short-term sales operations.

William and Austin talk about the changing landscape of solar in Illinois, why batteries and backup power are becoming such a major part of the conversation, and how shifting utility programs are forcing the industry to evolve.

They also explain why education has always been at the center of what they do, why they refuse to push bad-fit pro ...