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INSURANCE Conundrum in Solar Energy: What YOU Need to Know!

Many property owners aren’t fully aware of the risks involved when it comes to insurance and long-term support. Here’s what you need to know.

By Derick Lila November 2, 20240

Bobby MacCannell, the founder of the Ontario-based solar installation company Brightworks Energy, discusses the often-overlooked risks associated with solar energy systems, particularly focusing on insurance and long-term support.

Bobby emphasizes the increasing problem of unreliable solar companies that abandon customers without adequate warranties or service. He also points out that insurance policies often fail to cover operational risks effectively.

Using real-life examples, Bobby explains why property owners must safeguard their solar investments in three key areas: physically, financially, and operationally, to ensure long-term protection.

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This video was produced and published by PVBuzz Media INC.

Derick Lila

Derick is a Clark University graduate—and Fulbright alumni with a Master's Degree in Environmental Science, and Policy. He has over a decade of solar industry research, marketing, and content strategy experience.