Phil Obendorf, Author at pvbuzz.com

Insight

How power grid operators prepared for and overcame the challenges of the total solar eclipse

The solar industry and grid operators successfully navigated the challenges posed by the total solar eclipse, showcasing the resilience of our energy infrastructure.

By Phil ObendorfApril 10, 20240

Perspective

Commentary: here’s what last year’s COP28 commitments mean for the renewable energy industry and asset managers

The final text of COP28 highlighted the need to triple investments in renewable energy and transition away from fossil fuels.

By Phil ObendorfJanuary 12, 20240

Perspective

Renewable energy data collection and transformation into actionable insights that empower asset managers to make informed, success-driven decisions

In the bustling realm of renewable energy, data is the linchpin that fuels informed decision-making.

By Phil ObendorfOctober 14, 20230

Letter to the Editor

Phil Obendorf, CEO of PowerHub, provides a reflective analysis of REPlus23—its pivotal moments, and insights on future trajectory of the solar industry

The RE+ 2023 event highlighted significant advancements in the renewable sector, underscored by policy impacts, innovative manufacturing, and the rise of energy storage ...

By Phil ObendorfSeptember 22, 20230

Perspective

Asset Managers can often get isolated with repetitive tasks that burden productivity—even as part of a team. But it shouldn’t be this way.

This perspective article from the COO of PowerHub will give you insights into how even the busiest asset manager can improve team productivity ...

By Phil ObendorfApril 13, 20230

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Perspective

You’ve heard of community solar once or twice before — let’s review what it is, how it works, and who benefits the most from it

Simply put, a community solar project is a central solar energy plant with electricity shared by more than a single property. But wait, ...

By Phil ObendorfJanuary 23, 20230

Insight

Latest damning IPCC report underscores the importance of strengthening renewable energy mandates

In a devastating new report, the UN IPCC outlines how poorly the world is performing in its fight against climate change. It’s now ...

By Phil ObendorfMarch 2, 20220

Perspective

Top 5 largest procurers of corporate PPAs, how they are leveraging these agreements to advance renewable energy adoption

In recent years, just a few corporations have emerged as clear frontrunners in renewable energy adoption using PPA agreements. Let's take a look ...

By Phil ObendorfFebruary 14, 20220

Perspective

How developers can use communication tactics to placate NIMBYism against renewable energy projects

NIMBYism stops almost half of all proposed renewable energy projects (45%). Here’s how developers can use effective communication tactics to fight NIMBYism which ...

By Phil ObendorfJanuary 13, 20221