Solar Holler Founder & CEO Dan Conant

In this episode, Clint sits down with Dan Conant, the CEO and founder of Solar Hauler, the largest developer and installer of solar projects in central Appalachia. Dan shares his inspiring journey of building a solar industry from scratch in coal country, focusing on West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, and Virginia. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:21 - What is Solar Hauler? 01:20 - Impact of Solar on Communities 02:03 - West Virginia's Energy Legacy 02:44 - State Support for Solar Companies 03:57 - Utility Prices and Public Sentiment 04:34 - A Day in the Life of a CEO 06:00 - Virtual Power Plant and Crowdfunding Innovation 09:24 - Leadership Lessons 11:00 - Revitalizing West Virginia 13:48 - Decline of Coal Industry and Population 15:58 - Combating Brain Drain with Internships 18:42 - Reading Recommendations 19:31 - Economic Outlook for 2025 22:51 - AI and Power Needs 25:44 - The Importance of Giving Chances 27:39 - Closing Remarks