In this episode of Naked Sustainability, Ginny sits down with Ariadne Prieto—former private equity pro turned commercial solar expert—to unpack how commercial solar is shifting the renewable energy landscape. From powering schools and nonprofits to enabling bifacial panels, microgrids, and solar-as-a-service models, commercial solar delivers scalable solutions, strong ROI, and robust tax incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

We dig into:

• Why commercial solar often boasts 30–40% lower cost per watt, and 1.4–1.6× better ROI than residential systems
• The game-changing role of investment tax credits, bonus depreciation, and site-specific incentives
• How solar empowers economic resilience—building energy-independent microgrids for groceries, hospitals, and community hubs
• Innovations on the horizon: tandem and bifacial panels, AI predictive maintenance, and tokenized solar financing.

Whether you're part of a school board, a business owner, or a sustainability advocate, this conversation offers insight on how commercial solar can be both profitable and planet-positive while highlighting the differences seen in resident solar.

Discover more of Ari's nuggets on ESG, sustainable finance, and solar tech at flicktalks.medium.com and connect on LinkedIn.

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What happens when you trade burnout, stress, and “success” for presence, freedom, and intentional living? In this episode of The Naked Sustainability Podcast, Ginny sits down with Clem (Clemasana) to explore her inspiring journey from a fast-paced corporate career to a life rooted in minimalism, slow living, and connection to nature.

✨ Connect with Clem: Instagram | Website | OYA New Earth Retreat Center

Clem shares how losing everything in a fire reshaped her relationship with “stuff,” what slow living really means (hint: it’s not about being lazy!), and how intentional choices around consumption, community, and nature have created more joy, abundance, and clarity in her life.

We also dive into:🌿 How minimalism and sustainability are deeply connected🌿 Practical steps to simplify your own life without overwhelm🌿 Why slow living is a mindset shift, not just a lifestyle.

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What does it really take to build a wardrobe that’s kind to both people and the planet? In this episode of The Naked Sustainability Podcast, Ginny unpacks the truth about fast fashion, the impact of our clothing choices, and how we can shift toward more sustainable textiles, mindful consumption, and a circular approach to fashion.

We’ll explore practical steps you can take to reduce your fashion footprint—whether it’s choosing eco-friendly fabrics, shopping secondhand, or curating a wardrobe with longevity in mind.

✨ Want help making your own closet more sustainable? Check out openwardrobe.co—a tool that helps you digitize your wardrobe, track what you own, and make more intentional style choices.

Together, let’s reimagine fashion not as something disposable, but as a conscious act of sustainability.

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