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This episode was made possible thanks to the support of Solar Alliance. In the episode, host Cortney Piper interviewed three representatives from two organizations about an incredible solar and storage project in Tennessee. Thank you to Chris Staackmann, Head of Operations of AESSEAL North America, and Solar Alliance’s President & CEO Brian Timmons and General Manager U.S. Jon Hamilton, for coming on the show.

They spoke about completing AESSEAL's solar and storage project, the first of its kind in Tennessee, and highlighted the company’s leadership as a multinational company and Solar Alliance's unique, continued progress in the commercial market segment.

AESSEAL's project serves as inspiration for other foreign and domestic-owned manufacturers looking to advance their corporate mandates focused on renewable energy and sustainability. TAEBC recently awarded AESSEAL with the 2024 Thomas B. Ballard Advanced Energy Leadership Award.

Learn more about TAEBC, AESSEAL North America, and Solar Alliance.

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Thank you to everyone who makes this podcast possible, including the generosity of TAEBC members. Each episode is hosted by Cortney Piper and produced by Abby Hassler with production and marketing support from Sarah Johnson. George Middlebrooks of Aside Project Studio edits our audio.

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Host Cortney Piper speaks with Anca Timofte, CEO and co-founder of Holocene, a company focused on direct air capture technology and carbon removal. Anca shares her journey from Romania to becoming an entrepreneur in the climate tech space, highlighting her experiences in chemical engineering and business school.

The discussion covers the importance of direct air capture in addressing climate change, the significance of partnerships with companies like Google, and the role of government and utilities in supporting carbon removal efforts. Anca also discusses Holocene's future plans, including developing a demonstration facility.

Learn more about TAEBC and Holocene. To learn more about how carbon removal is a game-changer for utilities on the path to net zero, read this Carbon Business Development Council report.

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Join host Cortney Piper for an insightful conversation with Dale Harrigle, Chief Engineer, Tire Development – Consumer Replacement, Bridgestone Americas. Dale discusses his decades-long career at Bridgestone and shares pivotal industry milestones, from the revolutionary introduction of silica in tire manufacturing to Bridgestone’s impressive global expansion.

Hear about how the rise of electric vehicles is impacting tire technology and learn about Bridgestone’s cutting-edge innovations, including PeakLife and Enlighten technologies. Dale also highlights Bridgestone’s commitment to sustainability, such as harnessing guayule as a renewable rubber source and earning ISCC Plus certification.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about automotive advancements and sustainable solutions.

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