Barry Cinnamon has been blogging about the Solar Industry since 2007.
Every week Barry hosts The Energy Show, a 30 minute informative talk show that covers a broad variety of energy related topics spanning technology, economics, policy, and politics that are shaping the future of how we generate and consume electricity, along with practical money-saving tips on ways to reduce your home and business energy consumption.
The Energy Show runs every Saturday on KDOW Radio AM in San Jose California.
Barry heads up Cinnamon Energy Systems (a San Jose residential and commercial solar and energy storage contractor) and Spice Solar (suppliers of built-in solar racking technology). After 10,000+ installations while at the helm of Akeena Solar and Westinghouse Solar, he’s developed a pretty good perspective on the real-world economics of rooftop solar — as well as the best products and services for homeowners, manufacturers and installers. His rooftop tinkering led to the development of integrated racking (released in 2007), AC solar modules (released in 2009), and Spice Solar (the fastest way to install rooftop solar modules).
Ten Home Energy Predictions for 2024
The Energy Show · 10 Home Energy Predictions for 2024 I’ve added electrification predictions for 2024 to my customary set of solar and storage predictions. Electrification incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) are already starting to drive demand for heat...
What You Need to Know About Heat Pump Water Heaters
The Energy Show · Before Your Hot Water Heater Dies – Listen To This It’s not a matter of IF your hot water heater dies – but WHEN. According to the Department of Energy, the average lifespan of a hot water heater is 13 years. So if your hot water heater is over ten...
COP28 Realities – Now We’re Really Screwed
The Energy Show · COP28 Realities - Now We're Really Screwed The goal to cap global warming to 1.5C is just a pipe dream. At the rate the earth is warming we’ll hit that threshold in 2026 or sooner. And since our consumption of fossil fuels continues to increase...
I’m Electrifying! How Do I Upgrade My Solar System?
The Energy Show · I'm Electrifying! How do I upgrade My Solar System? When you electrify your home – with a heat pump HVAC system, EV charger, induction cooktop or heat pump water heater – your demand for electricity will go up. Duh. Or as Tim Allen would say: “I need...
EV Charging with Tom McCalmont
The Energy Show · EV Charging with Tom McCalmont By 2035 all new cars in California will be electric. It’s an achievable goal based on lower operating costs and rapid price declines for new EVs. But the current per kwh costs of EV charging continue to increase --...
Inside Scoop About Heat Pumps for Your House
The Energy Show · Inside Scoop About Heat Pumps for Your House If you can answer these three basic questions, then don’t bother listening to this podcast. The questions are tricky, so if you're the least bit uncertain I suggest you listen to this week's riveting...
Electrical Upgrades for Home Electrification
The Energy Show · Electrical Upgrades for Home Electrification There is one thing for certain as you electrify your house. You’ll need more electricity. Duh! But getting more electricity from the street to your house is not easy. Bizarrely, it often takes longer to do...
IRA Incentives What’s Really Available Today?
The Energy Show · IRA Incentives What's Really Available Today? The Inflation Reduction Act, or IRA, became law in August 2022. It's packed with incentives across the entire value chain, including domestic manufacturing, energy-efficient products, and clean saving...
Which Batteries Are The Best For Your Home?
The Energy Show · How To Select The Best Home Battery Batteries were everywhere at September’s RE+ Conference in Vegas. I counted over 100 different battery company and system vendors. It was more of a battery and solar tracker show than a solar show — demonstrating...
Get The ENERGY SHOW delivered directly to your inbox each week
* These fields are required.