In this episode of The Solar Power Hour, hosts William Grant and Austin Bare sit down with Andrew Cohen of the Peoria Rivermen—a longtime fan favorite, front office leader, and now a proud solar customer with Sun Collectors.
Together they dive into:
- The Rivermen’s record-breaking attendance and exciting promotions for the upcoming season (including Disney Night and specialty jerseys).
- How community partnerships between local businesses and the Rivermen fuel both hockey and hometown growth.
- Andrew’s personal journey to going solar—what convinced him to make the switch, how his system is overproducing, and the real savings he’s seeing on his electric bills.
- Why owning solar beats leasing, including real estate value boosts and long-term financial control.
- The ambassador program—how happy customers like Andrew are helping spread the word and earning rewards.
- A look at Rivermen championship rings, team legacy, and what fans can expect from the upcoming season.
It’s an energetic, community-driven conversation that connects hockey fans, homeowners, and solar advocates—showing how sports and sustainability team up to create real wins for Central Illinois.
Get ready to get Shine with Solar! Check out these resources for more information:
- Peoria Rivermen: https://www.rivermen.net/
- Sun Collectors’ Refer-A-Friend Program: https://suncollectors.cyberoptik.co/refer-a-friend/