Best Schools Of Tomorrow Spark The Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 202 Creating Autism-Friendly Libraries Through Sensory Audits 25:16

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You can now use the survey link below AND text us your feedback via Buzzsprout with this link right here!! Sunshine & Stories Episode 202: Creating Autism-Friendly Libraries Through Sensory Audits Episode Summary: Kate Compton and Suzi Tonini chat with Gloria Perez Alvarez and Terri Faulkner from Jefferson County Public Library about their innovati…

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Jan Poetsch: Cracking the Code on Decarbonizing Industrial Heat 43:40

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Industrial heat is one of the biggest blind spots in the energy transition, yet it represents nearly 40% of all industrial emissions. From oil sands and refineries to food processing, pulp and paper, and chemicals, the challenge of decarbonizing heat is enormous. But where most see complexity, Jan Poetsch, Founder and CEO of Arder Energy, sees oppo…

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S5E6 TVA: Building an SMR at Clinch River - 9/22/2025 - Greg Boerschig, TVA Vice President 27:03

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The 2025 Nuclear Opportunities Workshop sponsored by the East Tennessee Economic Council in Knoxville continues to yield newsworthy stories for the Gone Fission podcast. This week, host Michael Butler talks with Tennessee Valley Authority Vice President Greg Borschieg about TVA's plans to build a small modular reactor on the Clinch River site in Oa…

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Breaking the Battery Bottleneck: ION Storage’s Path to Energy Freedom 41:59

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Batteries are the hidden bottleneck in electrification and AI. While chips get the headlines, the energy powering our devices, vehicles, and infrastructure is what ultimately sets the pace of innovation. In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Jorge Diaz Schneider, CEO of ION Storage Systems, an…

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Ep. 201 CSL Kits: A Librarian's Library 19:44

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You can now use the survey link below AND text us your feedback via Buzzsprout with this link right here!! Sunshine and Stories Episode 201: CSL Kits: A Librarian's Library Episode Summary: Kate Compton learns all about Colorado State Library book club and circulating program kits from Mike Peever the CSL Kits Program Coordinator. Hear all about ho…

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S5E5 Meet the Nuclear Average Joe - with Mike Deane - 09.15.25 36:32

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In this week’s episode of the Gone Fission podcast, Host Michael Butler reports on major news developments in the nuclear renaissance and the Department of Energy’s enviromental cleanup program. Oklo is building a new spent fuel recycling facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. TVA is partnering with Kairos to purchase power from a new Kairos reactor. Th…

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From the Roof to the Classroom: How Schools Are Sparking the Future of Solar 44:35

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, Wes Ashworth sits down with Meghan Milo, Director of Energy Solutions, Curriculum and Instruction at Madison Energy Infrastructure, to explore how solar energy is transforming far more than just rooftops. From budget relief to career readiness, schools across the country are discovering t…

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Season 2 Trailer 0:40

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You can now use the survey link below AND text us your feedback via Buzzsprout with this link right here!! If you give us a listen, please let us know what you think by completing a short feedback survey for this episode. Your feedback helps us grow and provides us with important reporting data for our funder. CSL projects like this one are funded …

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Brad Stutzman: Thriving on the Solar Coaster and Shaping Tomorrow’s Energy 40:42

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The renewable energy industry has never been a smooth ride. Policy swings, financing hurdles, shifting market sentiment, what many call the “solar coaster.” Few leaders know this rollercoaster better than Brad Stutzman, CEO of O3 Energy, a Dallas-based company pioneering commercial and industrial solar solutions. Since founding O3 Energy in 2011, B…

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From Uncertainty to Optimism: REC Solar’s Scott Therien on the Next Era of Clean Energy 47:17

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, Wes Ashworth sits down with Scott Therien, Director of Strategic Partnerships at REC Solar, to explore what long-term success really looks like in commercial solar. Scott isn’t just a veteran of the solar coaster. He’s a grounded, clear-thinking voice who has helped REC Solar evolve from …

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How Vinnie Campo and Haven Energy Are Reinventing Residential Battery Storage 44:03

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Home energy storage is often misunderstood, expensive, and out of reach for most, until now. In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, Wes Ashworth sits down with Vinnie Campo, Co-Founder and CEO of Haven Energy, to explore how his team is flipping the traditional model of battery ownership on its head. Drawing from his experienc…

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Unlocking Solar for Multifamily: Owen Barrett on Turning Roofs into Revenue 41:50

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Owen Barrett, clean tech entrepreneur, investor, and Founder & President of Shine to talk about the overlooked frontier in renewable energy: multifamily housing. With over a decade of hands-on experience deploying solar PV, energy storage, LED lighting, an…

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Rethinking ESG with Jim Boyle: Saving the Enterprise in a World That Needs Saving 47:21

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Jim Boyle, CEO and founder of Sustainability Roundtable Inc. (SR Inc.), a Boston-based firm that has helped nearly 100 Fortune 500 companies advance toward sustainable high performance. Boyle brings a rare trifecta of experience: high-level public service …

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S5 E4 Charles Oppenheimer - 08/04/25 22:45

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Charles Oppenheimer, the grandson of atomic pioneer Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer, is Michael Butler’s guest on this week’s episode of the Gone Fission podcast. Ironically, this episode drops two days before August 6 which will be the 80th anniversary of America's use of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima, a pivotal event that launched the end of World War…

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AI, Policy & Power: How Nasreddine Guerfala Is Engineering the Future of Clean Energy 43:03

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Nasreddine Guerfala, Executive Vice President of Growth & DERs at Edgecom Energy and one of Canada’s 2025 Clean50 Emerging Leaders. With a career that spans continents and disciplines from engineering and legal strategy to policy influence and AI-driven en…

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From Rural Roots to Grid Reform: Shanelle Montana on Building Trust in Clean Energy 47:18

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Shanelle Montana, Chief Development Officer at Arevon. As one of the country's largest utility-scale renewable energy developers and operators, Arevon has nearly 200 solar, storage, and hybrid projects across the U.S. Shanelle brings two decades of experie…

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AI & Machine Learning in Medicine: The Future is Now (Season 3, Episode 6: Futuristic Bio Research) 1:17:44

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What if artificial intelligence could help doctors diagnose diseases faster, design custom treatments just for you, and even assist in life-saving surgeries? That future is already here—and it’s reshaping healthcare as we know it! In this episode, we explore the incredible ways AI and machine learning are transforming medicine. You’ll learn how AI …

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Synthetic Biology: Designing Life from Scratch (Season 3, Episode 5: Futuristic Bio Research) 20:06

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What if you could design living cells the way engineers build machines? In this episode, we dive deep into the amazing world of synthetic biology — where biology meets engineering to create life with entirely new abilities. From programming bacteria to fight cancer to building yeast that brews medicines and even crafting food for astronauts on Mars…

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Mapping the Human Connectome: Unraveling the Brain’s Wiring Diagram (Season 3, Episode 4: Futuristic Bio Research) 32:28

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What if we could map every single connection in the human brain — all 86 billion neurons and their quadrillion synapses — like drawing a complete wiring diagram of who we are? In this episode, we journey into the fascinating world of the human connectome: neuroscience’s ultimate quest to chart the brain’s complex circuitry. We’ll explore why scient…

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Molecular Nanobots: Tiny Machines to Heal Us (Season 3, Episode 3: Futuristic Bio Research) 34:20

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What if you could send microscopic robots into your body to hunt down diseases, repair tissues, or deliver medicine precisely where it’s needed? In this episode, we shrink down to the nanoscale to explore the world of molecular nanobots — tiny machines that could revolutionize the way we treat illnesses. We’ll guide you through how these nanobots w…

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Brain-Computer Interfaces: Connecting Minds to Machines (Season 3, Episode 2: Futuristic Bio Research) 1:18:19

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What if you could control a computer, a robotic arm, or even type a message — just by thinking? In this episode, we explore the mind-bending world of Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), the groundbreaking technology that connects your brain directly to machines. We’ll break down how BCIs work, from picking up your brain’s tiny electrical signals to t…

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CRISPR and the Future of Human Health (Season 3, Episode 1: Futuristic Bio Research) 42:58

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What if we could rewrite our DNA to cure diseases once thought untouchable? In this season opener, we dive into the groundbreaking world of CRISPR — the revolutionary gene-editing tool that’s transforming medicine, science, and our very understanding of life. Join us as we break down how CRISPR works, like molecular scissors snipping and fixing fau…

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Brain Waves Explained: How Your Mind Communicates with Itself (Season 2, Episode 8: Neuroscience) 30:12

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What if your brain was secretly playing music — not through instruments, but through waves of electricity? In this episode, we explore the rhythmic orchestra inside your head: brain waves. These waves are the electrical patterns that let your mind communicate with itself, shaping your thoughts, emotions, sleep, creativity, and focus. We’ll break do…

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The Power of Glial Cells: The Brain’s Hidden Helpers (Season 2, Episode 7: Neuroscience) 17:05

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When you think of the brain, neurons probably come to mind first — but what if I told you they’re only half the story? In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the brain’s hidden helpers: glial cells. Long ignored as mere “support staff” for neurons, glia are now taking center stage in neuroscience, revealing a world of complexity, intelligence, an…

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Why We Remember and Forget: The Neuroscience of Memory (Season 2, Episode 6: Neuroscience) 30:33

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Ever wondered why some memories stick with you forever while others fade away? Or why you can’t remember your earliest years of life? In this episode, we unlock the mysteries of memory — from how your brain stores and recalls your favorite moments to the surprising science of why forgetting is not just normal, but necessary. We’ll explore the brain…

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How the Brain Processes Emotions: From Joy to Fear (Season 2, Episode 5: Neuroscience) 19:53

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Why do we feel happy one moment and anxious the next? What’s happening in our brain when we fall in love, feel disgusted, or get scared? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the emotional brain — uncovering how your mind turns everyday experiences into powerful feelings. We’ll explore the fascinating limbic system, your brain’s emotional comma…

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The Science of Sleep: How Rest Shapes Your Mind (Season 2, Episode 4: Neuroscience) 28:05

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What if the secret to a sharper mind, stronger memory, and better mood was as simple as getting a good night’s sleep? In this episode, we’re unlocking the incredible science behind sleep — and why it’s so much more than just rest. Join us as we journey through the fascinating stages of sleep, from light dozing to deep, restorative slumber and vivid…

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Neurotransmitters: The Brain’s Chemical Messengers (Season 2, Episode 3: Neuroscience) 22:14

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What if I told you that your thoughts, feelings, and every move you make are powered by tiny chemicals constantly zipping around your brain? In this episode, we’re diving into the captivating world of neurotransmitters — the brain’s very own chemical messengers. Join us on a journey to uncover how these microscopic messengers help your neurons comm…

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How Your Brain Learns: The Science of Memory and Plasticity (Season 2, Episode 2: Neuroscience) 28:16

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🎙️ Podcast Description: Episode 2 — Have you ever wondered how your brain actually learns? Whether you're mastering a new skill, cramming for a test, or just trying to remember where you left your keys, your brain is constantly rewiring itself. In this episode, we’ll explore the remarkable science of neuroplasticity — the brain’s incredible ability…

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What is Neuroscience? A Beginner’s Guide to the Brain (Season 2, Episode 1: Neuroscience) 24:59

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Have you ever wondered what’s really going on inside your head? In this episode, we’re taking you on a fascinating tour of the most powerful organ in your body — the brain. Whether you’re curious about how your thoughts form, how your body knows when to move, or even why we dream, this beginner’s guide to neuroscience will spark your imagination. W…

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How Perception Shapes Reality: The Brain’s Role in Interpretation (Season 1, Episode 9: The Mind-Body Nexus) 21:36

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Have you ever argued with someone about an event you both experienced — but remembered completely differently? That’s because what we see, hear, and feel isn’t always the full story. In this episode, we explore the captivating science of perception — how your brain takes in the world and creates your personal version of reality. You’ll discover how…

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The Science of Memory: Why We Remember and Forget (Season 1, Episode 8: The Mind-Body Nexus) 34:55

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Why is it that we can easily remember the lyrics to an old song but forget where we left our keys? In this episode, we explore the amazing science of memory — how our brains capture moments, store them, and sometimes, just let them slip away. Join us as we uncover the journey of a memory, from the first spark of learning to the deep vaults of long-…

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The Gut-Brain Axis: How Your Stomach Affects Your Mood (Season 1, Episode 7: The Mind-Body Nexus) 26:41

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Have you ever felt your stomach churn when you’re nervous or lost your appetite when you’re stressed? That’s not just coincidence — it’s your gut talking to your brain. In this episode, we dive into the hidden world of the gut-brain axis, an extraordinary communication system that links your digestive system directly to your mind. You’ll discover h…

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How Our Genetics Shape Personality and Mental Health (Season 1, Episode 6: The Mind-Body Nexus) 19:35

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Why are some people naturally more anxious, while others seem effortlessly confident? Why do certain mental health conditions run in families? In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of genetics and how the DNA you inherit shapes your personality, emotions, and even your mental health. We’ll break down what heritability really means — and…

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The Role of Hormones in Decision Making and Emotions (Season 1, Episode 5: The Mind-Body Nexus) 21:40

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Have you ever wondered why sometimes you feel moody, foggy, or strangely impulsive — even when nothing significant has happened? The answer might be hidden in your hormones. In this episode, we uncover the powerful role hormones play in shaping your emotions, decisions, and even how you see the world. We’ll introduce you to the key hormones that si…

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The Nervous System: The Highway of Thought and Emotion (Season 1, Episode 4: The Mind-Body Nexus) 17:46

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Imagine if your body had a secret superhighway, carrying messages between your brain and every part of you — from your fingertips to your heart. That’s exactly what the nervous system is: an incredible communication network that shapes how you think, feel, and react, often without you even realizing it. In this episode, we take you on a journey thr…

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How Our Brain Chemistry Influences Mood and Behavior (Season 1, Episode 3: The Mind-Body Nexus) 19:20

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What if your feelings of happiness, sadness, or even motivation weren’t just about life events — but about the chemicals swirling inside your brain? In this episode, we unlock the secret world of brain chemistry and reveal how tiny messengers in your brain quietly control your mood, energy, and behavior every single day. You’ll meet the brain’s key…

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The Role of Evolution in Shaping Human Psychology (Season 1, Episode 2: The Mind-Body Nexus) 12:30

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Have you ever wondered why certain fears, feelings, or behaviors just seem to come naturally to us? Like why heights make us nervous, or why we’re drawn to sweet foods? In this episode, we journey back in time to explore how evolution has shaped not just our bodies, but our minds. We’ll uncover the hidden links between the survival struggles of our…

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What is the Mind-Body Connection? (Season 1, Episode 1: The Mind-Body Nexus) 17:13

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Have you ever felt butterflies in your stomach before a big event or noticed your heart racing when you’re excited or scared? That’s not just your imagination — it’s your mind and body talking to each other. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of the mind-body connection, uncovering how your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensatio…

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Drones, Data, and Blind Spots: Daniel Mello Guimaraes on Solar’s Path to Real Intelligence 44:58

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In Episode 61 of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Daniel Mello Guimaraes, SVP North America at Above, a pioneer in solar asset intelligence transforming how solar assets are built, monitored, and sustained. Daniel shares his remarkable journey from high-stakes finance in London to leading Boston Solar and n…

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Rewiring the Retrofit: Grant Gunnison on Zero Homes’ Mission to Digitize Home Electrification 46:45

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How do we electrify 60 million American homes without armies of contractors driving hours for in-home visits? This week on Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Grant Gunnison, founder and CEO of Zero Homes, a climate tech startup reshaping how homeowners upgrade their homes for a cleaner future. Grant’s career …

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S5 E3 Nuclear Opportunities Workshop, Knoxville, TN - 07/07/25 - Tracy Boatner, President and CEO, East Tennessee Economic Council 41:38

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In this week’s episode, Host Michael Butler discusses plans to expand the Gone Fission podcast’s coverage to include the emerging nuclear renaissance. The expanded coverage begins later this month at the Nuclear Opportunities Workshop in Knoxville, Tennessee. Sponsored by the East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC), the Workshop is expected to attra…

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Grid 3.0: How James Richmond’s e2 Companies Is Disrupting Power as We Know It 49:01

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The electric grid we rely on was designed for a world that no longer exists. Aging infrastructure, surging demand from AI and electrification, and multi-year wait times for grid interconnection have collided to form a perfect storm. In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, Wes Ashworth sits down with James Richmond, CEO of e2 Co…

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Why Electrification Needs an Apollo Program: Mats Larsson on Coordinating the Energy Transition 45:36

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What if the biggest threat to the clean energy transition isn’t technology, but lack of coordination? In this powerful episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Mats Larsson, founder of the Global Energy Transformation Institute, to explore why electrifying global transportation requires the kind of top-d…

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Rewiring Solar: Daniel Dus on Speed, Software & the Future of Clean Energy 45:41

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What if the biggest bottleneck in clean energy wasn’t technology or financing, but how we develop and deliver projects? In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with Daniel Dus, Founder & CEO of Cleantech Industry Resources (CIR) and a two-decade veteran of the solar sector, whose leadership spans ove…

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Inside SolarBank: Richard Lu on Scaling Profitable, Long-Term Clean Energy Projects 45:22

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth speaks with Dr. Richard Lu, President and CEO of SolarBank Corporation. SolarBank is a publicly traded clean energy company delivering solar, storage, and EV infrastructure projects across North America and Europe. Dr. Lu brings a rare blend of global energy leadership, …

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Reframing the Future: EVs, Solar Strategy & Scaling Clean Energy with Jeff Sullivan 42:42

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In this thought-provoking episode of Green Giants, host Wes Ashworth sits down with seasoned engineering and operations leader Jeff Sullivan, whose career spans some of the most pivotal moments in solar, battery storage, and electrification. With executive experience at Tigo Energy, Applied Materials, GE, and Covalent Metrology, Jeff has helped sha…

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How GOLDBECK SOLAR is Revolutionizing North America’s Solar Market with Constantin Lindenmeyer 43:38

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, we sit down with Constantin Lindenmeyer, CEO of GOLDBECK SOLAR North America. GOLDBECK SOLAR is reshaping how solar infrastructure is built across North America, combining a full-lifecycle approach with deep engineering expertise to deliver smarter, faster, and more resilient solar projec…

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Beyond Solar: Agrivoltaics, Land Stewardship & the Future with Matt Horvath 37:16

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What if the future of solar energy doesn’t mean sacrificing farmland, but restoring it? In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, we sit down with Matt Horvath, General Manager at D-Com Electric and Co-Founder of Sun Cycle Farms, to explore one of the most innovative and misunderstood models in clean energy today: agrivoltaics. M…

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Decentralizing Solar: How Civic Renewables is Scaling Local Power Nationwide 45:51

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In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth talks with Lee Keshishian, Founder and CEO of Civic Renewables, a company transforming how residential solar is built, scaled, and supported in the United States. With nearly two decades of experience in the solar industry, Lee has held pivotal leadership roles at SolarC…