Probably True Solar Stories

A podcast about could-be, probably true solar stories. Hosted by Tor @SolarFred Valenza. Season 1 Ranked #27 on Apple Comedy Fiction podcasts

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

For this mid-season episode, instead of fictional solar stories, we're bringing you REALLY true solar stories from Jigar Shah & Jeff Wolfe, Nico Johnson, Jeff Spies, and other longtime #solar pros! #energytwitter Listen: https://t.co/w60sFR9rMq Video: https://t.co/nWpIjBBgSX

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In our version, the miracle is that the @californiapuc stops blaming residential, commercial, and community solar, for "the cost shift." Then Santa and the elves finally pass their NABCEP tests and deliver solar+storage to everyone who's been nice!
https://t.co/VM909Oqfo3

[Tor "@SolarFred" Valenza @SolarFred]

Today is the two-year anniversary the Probably True Solar Stories #podcast. In that time, we’ve had three seasons and nearly 10,000 downloads of 35 original short solar fiction stories—and even some original solar music made with the help of AI.

Season Four is being written and produced right now and I hope to get it out before the end of 2024.

I still get questions about why I’m writing fictional solar stories, and I think the short answer is that they’re needed.

Solar fiction is needed because there’s still plenty of oily, gassy opposition to solar and climate action, and fiction is a sneaky guerilla way to educate people in a fun and entertaining format.

Solar fiction is needed because we still need 700,000 brand new solar workers by 2030, and fun cotemporary solar stories may be just the nudge needed to inspire someone to leap onto the solar coaster and apply their skills to a solar job.

Solar fiction is needed because despite over 5 million solar installations in the U.S. alone, solar PV is invisible in traditional film, television and pop culture. When we tell fun solar stories, people can get excited about solar tech, solar people, and understand solar policies in the context of a strange and wonderful tale.

Strange and wonderful solar tales are also far more memorable than facts, figures, and policy papers. Good storytelling not only stays with you, but if you really like them, you’ll share them with others, and hopefully share them with even more stories.

Now, let me just say that I’m not the only person in the world who can write fictional solar stories. But sadly, I seem to be the only one who’s doing it for now. I know there are many, many, more creative solar fiction writers out there.

If you love to write solar stories or even creative essays about your personal life and experiences in the solar industry, please send them to me! I’m happy to promote other solar voices on The Probably True Solar Story podcast. And if you don’t like the sound of your voice, I’m happy to record them.

Submit your stories via https://t.co/pTQEdFFb8M. And if you haven’t already, listen to all past Probably True Solar Stories on the website or your favorite podcast streaming service.

Thank you for listening. Be bold for solar. Stand out and educate.

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

RT @SolarFred: It's 20 years of #REplus24! If you're headed to Anaheim, tell your conference/solar story at Social Views & Brews and get fe…

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Stephen King fan? Then you'll probably enjoy "A Murder of Solar Crows," a two-part Probably True Solar Story.

Listen to Part 1 here: 
https://t.co/AjeU312KQD
Listen to Part 2 here: https://t.co/scj4hVbALr

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On the next Probably True Solar Stories, a feisty senior is determined to haggle with a solar salesman to buy the solar system of her dreams. But her haggling plans fall through when the honest salesperson refuses to sell an installation at any price.
https://t.co/lsIkOyn5s5

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

If you're in the solar industry and getting a little queasy riding the twists and turns of the solar coaster, here's our philosophy for enjoying the ride--wrapped in a solar fable. Hope it helps. https://t.co/OYFJqEIlhl

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

@drvolts @annajanejoyner Thanks for highlighting this, David and Anna! Our solar fiction podcast is contributing to this effort, but we need much more of it on film and TV. There are 4.5 million solar installs in the U.S. today, but shows aren't reflecting this once-in-a-lifetime energy transition.

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

We have more than just pigeon problems in the solar industry today, but I think this episode reminds us that with great solar power comes great responsibilities to our animal friends... #climate #energytransition #sustainability #environnement #SolarIsLife https://t.co/SWbKDhuc9A

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

Two teens are having a private moment near a utility substation when suddenly they happen upon a terrorist intent on bringing down their local grid. Will the teens escape and defeat the terrorist? Yes, but only with the help of a #Tesla and #solar...
https://t.co/XULT1ERH3b

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There's a new superhero in town. His name is Solar Man. To defeat his arch-nemesis, Solar Man decides to join the Ultra League of Super Defenders. But can he prove his Super Solar strengths and pass the audition?
https://t.co/D36kJmkXC1

[Rosana Francescato (she/her) vaxxed & wearing mask @FlowerChildRF]

With his @ProbTrueSolar podcast, @SolarFred is doing a great job making solar fun & mainstream. Now, he brings us Probably True Solar Songs. Check out my latest Flower Child post to hear songs like “Bye Bye Utility Bill. Hello, Solar Thrill!” — and more!
https://t.co/0zCcgBGCTG

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

@ThierryAaron @GretaThunberg Courage, Greta! Here's a song for you. https://t.co/0wmLKe2Rba

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

Hey, @youth_demand. Here's a song for the movement. Think you'll enjoy the lyrics. Thanks for your courage. https://t.co/0wmLKe2Rba

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

It's not every day that a solar installer captures a murder mystery while doing a solar drone site survey. Then again, this is a Probably True Solar Story, so it can happen at any time...
https://t.co/Zt5woBQUVW

[Tor "@SolarFred" Valenza @SolarFred]

Check out the Probably True Solar Band's first music video! It's called "A Ballad for Greta T."

I think you'll find it moving... and perhaps controversial. But #ClimateAction speaks louder than "blah, blah, blah," as Greta would say.

For the live-ish recording at the Kilowatt Club, listen to the latest episode of Probably True Solar Stores here: https://t.co/V77XbzBLMA
#energytwitter #solar #ClimateActionNow #ClimateJustice #ClimateEmergency

[Tor "@SolarFred" Valenza @SolarFred]

Probably True Solar Songs: Bye Bye Utility Bill. Hello, Solar Thrill! (Live!... Kind of) https://t.co/xeKLDYpWlf

[Tor "@SolarFred" Valenza @SolarFred]

Woo-hoo! The Probably True Solar Band just dropped a soulful break-up song, "Bye, Bye Utility Bill, Hello Solar Thrill!" The song was inspired by a Valentine's Day blog post from the great #Solar Rosana Francescato.

Read her more comprehensive breakup story here: https://t.co/HV0MaKhZHC

Then listen to the musical version: https://t.co/ry6k891UBD

Tomorrow, we drop our last song, "A Ballad for Greta T.," the best of all of them, I think. Let me know your favorite.
#energytwitter #solar #climate #solarpower #CleanEnergy

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

We started a #SolarPower band! ...Sort of. This Wednesday on the Probably True Solar Stories podcast, we'll be filling in some gaps in solar music pop culture. On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, you'll hear a human-inspired AI solar song. Subscribe here: https://t.co/oL8o0OL9NV

[Probably True Solar Stories @ProbTrueSolar]

We started a #SolarPower band! ...Sort of. This Wednesday on the Probably True Solar Stories podcast, we'll be filling in some gaps in solar music pop culture. On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, you'll hear a human-inspired AI solar song. Subscribe here: https://t.co/oL8o0OL9NV