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In this electrifying episode of the Watts Up Solar Podcast, host Emmitt Muckles interviews Chad Bodmer, a licensed electrician and NABCEP PV Installation Professional with over 12 years in the solar industry. Chad shares his journey from field installer to Commercial & Industrial Trainer at EnPhase Energy, and reveals how Enphase is transforming the commercial solar market with its IQ8P-3P commercial microinverters.

You’ll learn:
Why Enphase moved into the commercial space and what makes their system unique
How the IQ8P 3P microinverter works, including center-tap wiring, voltage rise mitigation, and repowering older sites
Benefits of using microinverters in commercial vs. string/central inverters
Tools like fleet monitoring, revenue-grade metering, and custom combiner solutions
How residential installers can transition easily to commercial using the same workflows and crews
Enphase's line filter strategy for clean PLC communication
Insight into Enphase new IQ9 system and U.S.-based manufacturing in Texas qualifying for ITC + Domestic Content Credits
Chad also highlights Enphase University, monthly webinars, and a dedicated C&I YouTube channel for short, on-the-job videos.
Key Takeaway:
Enphase's commercial products offer long-term reliability, flexible installation, and cost advantages when factoring in U.S. tax credits—making them a smart choice for asset owners and installers alike.