Watt It Takes Sunnova Founder John Berger
Sep 13, 2018
John Berger, Founder and CEO of Sunnova, discusses Sunnova's hybrid solar-battery systems, the company's backing by oil & gas investors, his experience at Enron, the significance of storage in the solar industry, the role of solar and storage energy in US territories, the early days of Sunnova, and the importance of honesty and passion in starting a clean energy company.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Upbringing in Bryan, Texas
02:22 • 7min
Academic and Professional Background
09:07 • 4min
Leaving Enron and Starting a Clean Energy Venture Fund
12:42 • 13min
The Importance of Storage in the Solar Industry
25:21 • 2min
The Role of Solar and Storage Energy in US Territories and the Mission for Clean and Reliable Energy
27:19 • 4min
Early Days and Fundraising
31:45 • 22min
The Importance of Honesty, Self-Belief, and Passion in Starting a Clean Energy Company
53:57 • 3min