Energizing Tennessee

Energizing Tennessee, powered by the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council, explores the latest news and insights about the advanced energy sector. Join us to hear from advanced energy leaders and experts as they share their thoughts on transportation electrification, workforce development and this growing sector of our state’s economy. We're your #1 podcast for news about Tennessee's advanced energy sector.

Energizing Tennessee is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 41 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Energizing Tennessee, a news show with 41 episodes published.

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  Episode #40

  Episode 40: TVA’s Biggest Buildout Yet - Power, Nuclear, and Data Centers

  Sep 13, 202647 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re releasing the TAEBC 2026 TVA Lunch and Learn recording for our listeners. During this special event, we talked to Mike Skaggs, interim president and CEO of TVA, and Heidi Smith, TVA’s vice president of economic development. We began our TVA Lunch and Learn series more than 7 years ago. Our goal was to connect our members directly with decision-makers at TVA, discuss timely topics and trends they’re seeing, and better understand TVA’s priorities and how the utility’s decisions affect the Valley. In this episode, we talk about: TVA’s role in supporting big economic development investments across the utility’s seven-state service region of the Tennessee Valley. TVA’s 2026 Integrated Resource Plan Advanced nuclear and fusion projects, data centers, and "bring your own power" You can also watch the full recording on YouTube . Plus... Registration is NOW OPEN for Opportunities in Energy 2026 ! Get your tickets now. Enjoy the episode. Support the show To keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, follow TAEBC on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok . Thank you to everyone who makes this podcast possible, including the generosity of TAEBC members.

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  Episode #39

  Episode 39: Renewing America's Domestic Nuclear Fuel Supply with Jean-Luc Palayer, CEO & President, Orano USA

  Sep 7, 202629 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today, we spoke with Jean-Luc Palayer, CEO and President of Orano USA . In this episode, we talk about: Orano’s Project IKE , a multibillion-dollar uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge. It’s one of America’s largest uranium enrichment developments for re-establishing a significant and reliable domestic nuclear energy fuel supply. How the company’s key relationships at the state and local government levels make Project Ike possible The importance of engaging with the Oak Ridge community Jean-Luc's analysis of the fuel recycling process and its impact on the industry and our nation Plus... Registration is NOW OPEN for Opportunities in Energy 2026 ! Get your tickets now for Opportunities in Energy: https://www.tnadvancedenergy.com/event/2026-opportunities-in-energy/ Enjoy the show. Support the show To keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, follow TAEBC on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok . Thank you to everyone who makes this podcast possible, including the generosity of TAEBC members.

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  Episode #38

  Episode 38: Leveling up your Business with Quantum Computing with Janet Rehberg, CEO of EPB

  Aug 30, 202623 min

  Send us Fan Mail If your company hasn’t tapped into the quantum computing resources here in Tennessee, or if you’re still wondering about how quantum and advanced energy work together, this episode is for you. Today, we’re speaking with EPB’s CEO, Janet Rehberg. EPB is the Chattanooga area’s local power company in the Tennessee Valley with a history of saying “YES” to new ideas and innovation. Janet started her career as an electrical engineer. After 20 years in the utility industry, she knows utilities have the power to unlock a community’s potential. In this episode, we talk about: How quantum computing could be the competitive advantage you've been looking for The EPB Quantum Center in Chattanooga, where businesses can explore real-world applications to their most pressing challenges, no matter the industry. EPB’s upcoming Quantum in Business Conference , happening October 1st at The Westin in Chattanooga. Reserve your spot for Quantum in Business: https://quantum.epb.com/qib26/ Learn more about EPB Quantum and the comprehensive resources for developing and commercializing quantum innovations in networking, computing, sensing and beyond. EPB Quantum also establishes Chattanooga as the first commercially available quantum computing and networking hub in the U.S., fostering a regional quantum ecosystem to create new jobs and attract additional business investment. Enjoy the show. Support the show To keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, follow TAEBC on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok . Thank you to everyone who makes this podcast possible, including the generosity of TAEBC members.

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  Episode #37

  Episode 37: Strengthening Our Nuclear Network with Bill Tindal, Tennessee Nuclear Network

  Aug 24, 202624 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today, we talk to Bill Tindal, Director of the Tennessee Nuclear Network (TN2) TN2 is powered by ETEC, the East Tennessee Economic Council. It’s the state's official partnership - designated by Governor Bill Lee - to strengthen Tennessee’s position as a global hub for nuclear. In this episode, we cover: Tennessee being chosen as a finalist for a nuclear lifecycle innovation campus - and what this could mean for our nuclear renaissance The importance of expanding partnerships and connecting companies to the resources they need here in Tennessee How TAEBC, ETEC, and TN2 support each other, and why that’s a key to success for our advanced energy economy Support the show To keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, follow TAEBC on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok . Thank you to everyone who makes this podcast possible, including the generosity of TAEBC members.

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  Episode #36

  Episode 36: Recruiting for the Nuclear Renaissance with Derrick Collins, TVA

  Jul 20, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail Advanced energy economic development. Today, we’re joined by Derrick Collins, Regional Economic Development Consultant for the Tennessee Valley Authority . On this episode of Energizing Tennessee, we talk about: Major nuclear energy-related projects Derrick has taken the lead on, including with companies like Orano , TRISO-X , BWXT , Oklo , Radiant , and LIS Technologies Derrick’s insight into company recruitment strategies and job-creation initiatives How the TVA Workforce Invest Grant is preparing the next generation for the workforce, and providing additional economic development resources Enjoy the episode! Support the show To keep up-to-date with the latest episodes, follow TAEBC on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , and TikTok . Thank you to everyone who makes this podcast possible, including the generosity of TAEBC members.

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