Solar + Sports: How the Rivermen & Sun Collectors Power Peoria

In this episode of The Solar Power Hour, hosts William Grant and Austin Bare sit down with Andrew Cohen of the Peoria Rivermen—a longtime fan favorite, front office leader, and now a proud solar customer with Sun Collectors.

Together they dive into:

• Local Sports & Community: Partnership between Sun Collectors and the Peoria Rivermen, highlighting jerseys, sponsorships, and family-friendly experiences.
• Solar Education: Real customer experiences (Andrew Cohen’s solar installation), overproduction results, rebate success, and addressing myths around aesthetics and leasing.
• Community Impact: Sponsorships, giveaways, and how local fans support businesses that support the team.
• Financial Relief: Rising Ameren bills, solar as a long-term hedge against energy inflation, and examples of how solar frees up family budgets.
• Legacy & Growth: Rivermen’s championship culture and Sun Collectors’ role as the oldest standing solar company in Central Illinois.

It’s an energetic, community-driven conversation that connects hockey fans, homeowners, and solar advocates—showing how sports and sustainability team up to create real wins for Central Illinois.

Get ready to get Shine with Solar! Check out these resources for more information:

• Peoria Rivermen: https://www.rivermen.net/
• Sun Collectors’ Refer-A-Friend Program: https://suncollectors.solar/refer-a-friend/