Solar r.e.view Podcast

Solar r.e.view Podcast


Solar Tech Talk 28: Repowering PV Systems with SMA and American Solar & Roofing

August 05, 2025

As the solar industry matures and evolves, repowering aging systems is becoming more important and relevant every day. So, what does repowering look like from an installer and manufacturer perspective?


In this Solar Tech Talk, we look at repowering from every angle with expert insights from David Dunlap, Vice President of Product Strategy of BayWa r.e., Joy Seitz, CEO of American Solar & Roofing, and Brandon Davis, Sales Director, Distribution of SMA America.


1:40 - What is repowering as a solar installer?

5:20 - Repowering as a business model for existing customers & orphaned PV systems

9:35 - Quoting repowering jobs - strategies & challenges

14:37 - The importance of repowering solar in 2025 and beyond

21:20 - How to approach repowering opportunities with effective communication & solutions

28:15 - Customer acquisition for repowering, opportunities and risk

34:50 - Doing the work: Having the right team to perform repowering jobs

42:15 - Final thoughts on the value of repowering


Learn more about SMA America: https://www.sma-america.com/

Learn more about American Solar & Roofing: https://www.americansolarandroofing.com/

Learn more about BayWa r.e.: https://solar-distribution-us.baywa-re.com/