PV UNplugged

In the first Episode of PV UNplugged, we dive into the pioneering days of solar. Join us as we explore early design choices, the first PV connectors, and how incremental improvements shaped the industry. 
Hosts:Eric Ast-ComoliGlobal Head of OEM Business Renewable Energy, StäubliJonathan GiffordHead of Content, Climate Copy
Guest:
Renate EganACAP / UNSW 

Episode 2 of PV UNplugged explores the importance of quality and reliability in solar. Discover why even the smallest components impact safety and performance, the latest in O&M data collection and processing, and strategies for durability, risk management, and building investor confidence in today’s solar landscape.
Hosts:Andrea ViaroGlobal Head Large-Scale Renewable Energy, StäubliJonathan GiffordHead of Content, Climate Copy
 
Guests:
Adele ZhaoHead of Marketing, Product & Service, Europe & LAC, Trina
Will HitchcockFounder & CEO, Above

Episode 3 of PV UNplugged dives into what it really takes to build assets that will perform reliably for over 25 years. Join us as we explore how designing for durability, backed by rigorous quality assurance and control, secures reliable performance and long-term returns.
 
Hosts:Dominic BürgiHead of Services, StäubliJonathan GiffordHead of Content, Climate Copy
Guests:
Joerg AlthausClean Energy Associates
 
Madeleine HillEveroze (Independent Engineer/Partner)
 
Dricus de Rooij Sinovoltaics

Dive into the conversations shaping the future of solar. Industry experts unpack the issues that matter most and help you to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. The conversation focuses on advanced monitoring, why traditional dashboards alone are no longer enough and how digital tools and smart technologies are transforming operations and maintenance.
 
Hosts:Dominic BuergiHead of Services, Stäubli
Jonathan GiffordHead of Content, Climate Copy
 Guests:
Govinda UpadhyayCEO, SmartHelio
Jyoti JainHead of Software Product Management, Nextpower

In this episode, we explore why material selection is one of the critical drivers of long-term PV performance and take a look at how advancements in polymers, metals, coatings, and material science have extended the lifetime of solar assets.
 
Hosts:
 
Eric Ast-Comoli
Global Head of OEM Business Renewable Energy, Stäubli
 
Jonathan Gifford
Head of Content, Climate Copy
 
Guests:
 
Lucie Garreau
EMEA Technical project manager for PV and industrial applications of Tedlar®, DuPont
 
Alessandro Anderlini
Head of Photovoltaic Division, Coveme

As solar moves into the terawatt age, sustainability and end-of-life strategies are becoming essential. In episode 6 of PV UNplugged, we explore why sustainability, durability, and social responsibility are central to long-term PV performance.
 
Hosts:
 
Olivier Haldi
Division Marketing Officer, Stäubli
 
Belén Vallejo VargasDivision Head Sustainability & ESG, Stäubli
 
Jonathan Gifford
Head of Content, Climate Copy
 
Guests:
 
Jens van der LaanCo-founder, Clean Energy Collective
 
Thomas SauerFounder and Managing Director, Texxecure
Stefano CruccuFounder and Director, Sopowerful Foundation

The rapid growth of solar brings clear benefits - but also new risks. In episode 7 of PV UNplugged, we address how industry standards, regulations, and training can help shape reliability.
Hosts:
 
Guido VolbergSenior Consultant Product Regulatory Affairs Renewable Energy, Stäubli
Andrea Kobsch Program Specialist Renewable Energy, StäubliJonathan GiffordHead of Content, Climate Copy
Guests:
George KellySecretary, Technical Committee 82, International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
Tristan Erion-LoricoVice President of Sales and Marketing, Kiwa PVEL
Kathrin TheisTechnical Management, Greenvesting Solutions
 

In the final episode of PV UNplugged, we take a step back to review the key factors that are shaping the solar industry today. During this conversation, we also look ahead to the industry's next phase. As solar continues to grow, long-term reliability is becoming a core measure of success, with increased focus on delivering predictable and durable energy performance over decades.
Hosts:
 
Eric Ast-ComoliGlobal Head OEM Renewable Energy, Stäubli
Matthias Mack Vice President Renewable Energy, StäubliJonathan GiffordHead of Content, Climate Copy