Join Sean White in this engaging episode of the 'Sean White Solar and Energy Storage Podcast' as he converses with special guest Ben Luce, the chair of the American Solar Energy Society (ASES). They share stories about the history and evolution of ASES, the significance of ASES conferences, and the essential role of education in advancing solar energy. Ben also shares insights on both domestic and international solar policy challenges, the impact of regulatory systems, and the pressing need for grassroots advocacy. Additionally, Ben highlights his dual role as a passionate musician with his band Sonic Vortex. Tune in to learn more about the dynamic world of solar energy and the integral efforts of ASES in shaping its future.   Topics Covered: ASES = American Solar Energy Society ISES = International Solar Energy Society NorCal Solar = E=mc2   Kinetic Energy 1954 Solar Cooking NAEBRS = National Ambient Energy Building Research Symposium Carly = ASES Executive Director The ZEN Network = Zero Emission Network ASES Membership Fall Fundraiser Donation = https://ases.site-ym.com/donations/ ASES Conference COP = Conference of the Parties Sinai Peninsula Ra = Egyptian god of the sun Dr. David Renné = President of ISES Claudia Wentworth Award Madam Mi SNEC Conference InterSolar Conference Eicke Weber CleanTech Business Club Regulated Monopolies NYSEIA = New York State Solar Energy Industries Association Soft costs Sonic Vortex   And as a special treat, we’ll be wrapping up this episode with a live performance of ‘Hyperion’ by Ben Luce of Sonic Vortex, recorded in February 2024. Stay tuned and enjoy the music!   Here’s the Hyperion YouTube link: https://youtu.be/Rb_sSfcb6yk?si=Jbkmi96TTdMdWUww   Reach out to Ben Luce here: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ben-luce-588b1850  ASES Website: www.ases.org/   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/pva