About this episode

The episode features an interview with Jake Trubiano discussing the solar industry, recent developments, and challenges faced by Gold Path Solar.

All jokes aside… * Milestone episode (No. 150) and recap of recent studio activity, including filming a documentary segment with Nicolette Jaworski on our Data Center reporting. Her team recently produced a documentary short on another Ohio story. * We then kick off the episode proper with the return of local super guest Jake Trubiano! Gold Path Solar * Performance and visibility impact of the Westwood Fieldhouse and Junction solar installations in Hilliard * Recognition as 2025-2026 Ohio Installer of the Year and growth in residential solar business * Sharp shift in demand due to expiration of the 30% residential solar tax credit * Current installation volume, crew structure, and balancing residential vs. commercial workloads * Industry contraction, including major company failures, and resulting surge in his own brand’s service/repair work * Quality control issues in third-party installations (e.g., improper roof attachments/footers) * Internal business model: profit sharing, family and friends-based workforce, and how operational cohesion Conditions in the Wider Industry * Importance of early-stage design coordination to optimize solar placement in new construction. * Lack of…

People in this episode

Guest: Jake Trubiano

Topics covered

• solar energy
• residential solar
• industry trends
• policy impact
• business model
• installation challenges

Keywords

• solar installations
• Ohio Installer of the Year
• residential solar business
• quality control
• solar supply chains
• policy tensions
• electricity prices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gold Path Solar

Places: Ohio, Westwood Fieldhouse, Junction

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