Age of Adoption

Can a tethered drone flying 400 feet in the air really replace traditional wind turbines?

Rob Creighton, Founder and CEO of Windlift, brings an unconventional background to clean energy innovation. After mapping the human genome as a lab technician, his concerns about peak oil led him to Miles Lloyd's revolutionary 1980 paper on airborne wind energy. "Cut off the tip of a wind turbine blade, attach it to a tether and generate the same electricity with 95% less material," Rob explains. Windlift's tethered drones fly at 400 feet, generating power without towers or massive infrastructure. Can this technology scale beyond defense applications? Rob shares why he's willing to risk everything for climate solutions that protect the Minnesota wilderness where his nephew can no longer play pond hockey.

Rob Creighton is the Founder and CEO of Windlift, which he established in 2006 after discovering Miles Lloyd's pioneering research on airborne wind energy. With a BS in Genetics and an MBA in Strategic Management from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Rob worked as a biologist on the Human Genome Project before pivoting to clean energy innovation. Based in Durham, North Carolina, he has secured over $30 million in contracts with the Naval Research Laboratory and Pentagon, developing tethered autonomous drones that generate electricity with 95% less material than traditional turbines, serving both military and commercial applications.

In This Episode: 

(00:00) Rob Creighton - from mapping human genome to airborne wind

(02:45) Windlift's technology explained, tethered drones generating power at altitude

(05:28) Peak oil concerns and discovery of Miles Lloyd's groundbreaking paper

(10:07) Challenges of airborne wind energy, learning from Makani's failure

(15:06) Defense market strategy and working with Pentagon operational energy

(19:39) Personal commitment to climate action and wilderness preservation

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. 

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.

Resources:
Rob Creighton LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-creighton-3572702/
Windlift
Antenna Group
Keith Zakheim LinkedIn
 

Is restarting Three Mile Island the ultimate redemption story—or the industry's biggest PR gamble?

Judy Rader, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer at Constellation Energy, runs communications for the nation's largest clean energy producer. Operating 21 nuclear reactors representing 25% of U.S. nuclear capacity, Constellation has transformed nuclear's narrative from defensive to proactive. "I want to save nuclear power plants. I think it's important for our climate," Judy told a skeptical colleague before joining the 2022 spinoff. She explains why restarting Three Mile Island was the right call, how eating a banana delivers more radiation than living near a reactor, and what it takes to build new nuclear at scale. Can America compete with China's nuclear buildout?

Judy Rader is Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer at Constellation Energy, the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free electricity. With operational oversight of 21 nuclear reactors representing 25% of all U.S. nuclear capacity, Judy leads corporate communications and public affairs strategy. Her 20-year energy career began at ComEd in 2005 after agency experience with blue-chip clients including Kraft, Boeing, and Allstate. A passionate advocate for nuclear energy's climate benefits, Judy joined Constellation's 2022 spinoff from Exelon to advance the industry's clean energy mission. She spearheaded the Come Clean campaign, helping drive public nuclear support to 60%.

In This Episode:

(00:00) Judy Rader and Constellation Energy's nuclear leadership 

(04:08) From agency life to utilities, expecting boring work 

(08:18) Nuclear's perception problem and the Come Clean campaign 

(14:30) Three Mile Island restart announcement and strategic messaging 

(20:43) Radiation facts, banana comparisons, and public education 

(23:00) Building new nuclear capacity to meet demand growth

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. 

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.

Resources:
Judy Rader LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judyrader/
Constellation Energy: https://www.constellationenergy.com/
Antenna Group
Keith Zakheim LinkedIn

Can major corporations truly do well by doing good?  

Alexander Habib, VP of Sustainability Communications at L'Oréal, reveals how the €43.5 billion beauty giant has embedded environmental considerations into every aspect of operations over 25 years. Chair of the Personal Care Products Council's sustainability committee, Habib explains why L'Oréal discontinued their seemingly perfect Maybelline Green Edition mascara and what it taught them about consumer behavior. "Consumers like sustainability, but not necessarily as a benefit," he notes, describing how the company shifted from separate sustainable product lines to integrating eco-features throughout their core portfolio. The conversation explores L'Oréal's SPOT tool—now a design standard for every new product—and how the company achieved record 20% operating margins while pursuing ambitious 2030 sustainability goals.  

 Alexander Habib serves as VP of Sustainability Communications at L'Oréal, where he leads storytelling for the beauty giant's ambitious environmental transformation. With a career rooted in impact-driven work, Habib transitioned from New Jersey politics and campaigns to corporate communications, bringing policy expertise to sustainability advocacy. As chair of the Personal Care Products Council's sustainability committee, he helps scale sustainable practices across the beauty industry, from major corporations to small players. His work focuses on embedding environmental considerations into every aspect of business operations, from product design to market strategy, demonstrating how financial and environmental performance can be inextricably linked for long-term business resilience.  

 In This Episode:  

(00:00) Alex's career journey from politics to sustainability communications  

(08:18) Leading sustainability committee at Personal Care Products Council  

(12:02) L'Oréal's 25-year sustainability commitment and age of adoption story  

(17:23) Financial performance aligned with environmental impact and business resilience  

(22:00) Closing remarks and Antenna Group information  

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age.  

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.  

Resources:  

Alexander Habib LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhabib/  

Antenna Group  

Keith Zakheim LinkedIn  

John Beaver, CFO of Highland Materials, brings a unique perspective to solar manufacturing after living through two distinct cleantech eras. Following 25 years in the chemical industry, Beaver first entered solar in 2009 as CFO of Silicor Materials, scaling from 40 to 450 employees in 18 months while proving metallurgical-grade silicon could produce high-quality solar cells. "We ended up making 20 million solar cells. Really proved out the concept that we could use a metallurgical grade silicon versus electronic grade silicon to make high-quality solar cells," Beaver explains. After weathering policy headwinds and Chinese oversupply that shuttered their plans, Beaver spent years in dental lasers before returning to solar silicon at Highland Materials. Now he believes the tipping point has arrived. The big question: Can domestic manufacturing finally compete with China's 95% market control?

John Beaver serves as Chief Financial Officer of Highland Materials, and has over 40 years of finance expertise across a variety of industries. After starting his career at Fortune 50 company Monsanto, Beaver spent decades in the chemical industry before making his first foray into cleantech as the inaugural CFO of Silicor Materials in 2009. There, he helped scale the company from 40 to 450 employees in 18 months while proving that metallurgical-grade silicon could produce solar cells indistinguishable from traditional electronic-grade silicon. Following a detour as CEO of dental laser company Biolase, Beaver returned to solar silicon manufacturing with Highland Materials, where he's working to establish domestic polysilicon production in Tennessee using zero-waste technology that cuts emissions by 90% while recycling industry waste into valuable raw materials.

In This Episode:

(00:00) John Beaver’s cleantech journey

(04:25) Chemical industry background and transition to Silicor Materials

(08:04) China tariff wars and Silicor challenges

(11:00) Highland Materials return and current market opportunity

(17:08) Zero-waste manufacturing and product diversification

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. 

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.

Resources:
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-beaver-a086561b/

Highland Materials website: https://highlandmaterials.com/

Antenna Group

Keith Zakheim LinkedIn
 

"If you work a full-time minimum wage job in America, there is not a single county in which you can afford to rent an apartment (2 bedroom) with a child." - Jonathan F.P. Rose

Jonathan F.P. Rose has been revolutionizing affordable housing and sustainable development for over 35 years, long before ESG became mainstream. Rose discusses the stark reality of America's housing crisis, revealing that full-time minimum wage workers cannot afford rent in any U.S. county. "Our current economic system cannot build new housing affordable to the bottom quartile of renters," he explains. The conversation explores innovative building materials like mycelium insulation and mass timber, showcasing how the green building ecosystem has finally matured. Can sustainable real estate development scale quickly enough to address both climate change and housing inequality?

Jonathan F.P. Rose is founder and CEO of Jonathan Rose Companies, a leading developer and investor in sustainable, affordable housing. With over 35 years of experience, Rose pioneered the integration of environmental sustainability, social equity, and market-rate development long before ESG investing became mainstream. He launched the world's first real estate impact investment fund in 2005, and recently closed another $660 million fund. Rose's company has developed award-winning green buildings and recently completed the world's largest affordable passive house project. His approach combines sustainable building practices with social health and education programs for residents, demonstrating that profitable real estate development can simultaneously address climate change and housing inequality.

In This Episode: 

• (00:00) Introduction to Jonathan F.P. Rose and Age of Adoption concept
• (03:25) Jonathan's early career journey and family real estate background
• (06:43) Building the first impact-focused real estate investment fund
• (09:25) Housing crisis statistics and systemic economic challenges
• (12:30) Early green building challenges and creating lead standards
• (15:10) Future innovations in sustainable building materials and practices
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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. 

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands – those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.

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Jonathan F.P. Rose LinkedIn

Antenna Group

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How does an engineering company balance profit with purpose while transforming the food system? Jill Meiburg, Head of Group Communications and Brand at GEA Group, shares how the 143-year-old German industrial equipment leader is tackling humanity's greatest challenge: feeding 10 billion people by 2050 while achieving net zero by 2040. With 25 years in corporate communications across Deutsche Telecom and logistics giants, Jill now leads the narrative for a company processing every fourth package of pasta and every third chicken nugget globally. "We're not out there just to save the planet. We're out there to make money on this," she explains, highlighting GEA's Mission 30 strategy targeting 60% sustainable solution revenue. The company made headlines by becoming one of the first to implement "Say on Climate" shareholder voting, passing with an impressive 98.5% approval.

Jill Meiburg serves as Head of Group Communications and Brand for GEA Group, a 143-year-old German industrial equipment leader generating 5.4 billion euros in revenue. With 25 years of corporate communications experience across telecommunications and logistics giants including Deutsche Telecom and Deutsche Post's DHL Group, she transitioned to industrial machinery and process technology in 2020. An American working in Germany, Jill studied international relations and became fluent in German through a Robert Bosch Fellowship. She now leads communications for a company processing every fourth package of pasta and every third chicken nugget globally, while driving GEA's ambitious Mission 30 strategy to achieve net zero by 2040 and grow sustainable solution revenue to 60% by 2030.

In This Episode:

● (00:00) Jill's career journey

● (06:41) Transition from telecom to industrial equipment sustainability

● (11:20) GEA's Age of Adoption story and mission transformation

● (17:32) Say on Climate vote and executive compensation alignment

● (21:17) New Wisconsin food application technology center opening

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age.

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.

Resources: Jill Meiburg LinkedIn Antenna Group Keith Zakheim LinkedIn

What if injecting CO2 into concrete could actually make it stronger while fighting climate change?

Kristal Kaye, interim CEO of CarbonCure Technologies, discusses her transition from traditional energy finance to leading a company revolutionizing concrete production. With over 30 years in finance across energy, mining, and retail, Kaye now heads a firm that injects captured CO2 directly into concrete, permanently storing it while improving economics for producers. "The concrete industry runs on very lean, tight margin profitability, and we can't ask them to adopt technology that would hinder their livelihood," she explains. CarbonCure has deployed 700+ systems across 35 countries, serving major clients like Amazon while targeting the massive opportunity ahead—over 100,000 concrete plants globally remain untapped. How does economics drive adoption in traditionally conservative industries?

Kristal Kaye is the interim CEO of CarbonCure Technologies, a leading carbon utilization company transforming concrete production through innovative CO2 injection technology. A Chartered Professional Accountant with over 30 years of finance experience across traditional energy, diamond mining, and retail industries, Kaye transitioned to clean tech to make a meaningful environmental impact. Since joining CarbonCure, she has helped scale the company's proven technology to over 700 systems deployed across 35 countries, serving major clients including Amazon's HQ2 project. Under her leadership, CarbonCure continues expanding its mission to decarbonize the concrete industry while maintaining economic viability for producers. Kaye's expertise in finance and operations positions her uniquely to navigate the complex adoption challenges in conservative industries.

In This Episode: 

(00:00) Kristal Kaye's background and career transition to clean tech

(07:48) CarbonCure's mission and concrete decarbonization technology approach

(09:26) Competitive advantages and proven technology verification in market

(11:21) Scaling challenges and growth strategy across global markets

(13:00) Overcoming industry resistance and conservative adoption patterns

(16:48) Closing remarks and podcast sponsor information

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. 

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.

Resources:
Kristal Kaye LinkedIn
Antenna Group
Keith Zakheim LinkedIn

Could retrofitting existing diesel fleets be faster than waiting for electric alternatives?

Paul Gross, CEO and co-founder of Remora, joins the podcast to discuss his company's revolutionary approach to mobile carbon capture technology. At just 28, Gross has raised $60 million to retrofit semi-trucks and locomotives with systems that capture up to 90% of CO2 emissions. Unlike traditional electrification efforts that struggle with heavy-duty transport, Remora's solution works with existing diesel fleets. "We wanted to take carbon capture from being this big over budget construction project to being this product that can be manufactured over and over again," Gross explains. The company turns captured CO2 into beverage-grade liquid carbon dioxide, addressing surprising market shortages. Can retrofitting existing transportation infrastructure accelerate decarbonization faster than waiting for full fleet replacement?

Paul Gross is the CEO and co-founder of Remora, a pioneering carbon capture company that retrofits semi-trucks and locomotives with technology to capture up to 90% of CO2 emissions. At 28, Gross has already been named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and recently closed a $60 million Series B funding round. A Yale University graduate with a background in statistics and data science, Gross founded Remora in 2020 after recognizing that heavy-duty transportation sectors couldn't be easily electrified. Based in Detroit, he's leading efforts to commercialize mobile carbon capture technology, turning captured emissions into valuable liquid CO2 for food, beverage, and manufacturing industries while addressing critical supply shortages.
 

In This Episode: 

(00:00) Paul Gross background 

(03:35) Paul's journey from Yale to founding carbon capture company

(07:35) Age of adoption story and carbon capture evolution

(10:04) Transportation sector challenges with electrification alternatives

(14:06) Economics and revenue model for carbon capture technology

(17:08) Innovation and adoption happening simultaneously in climate tech

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of climate tech research and innovation – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously adopting climate solutions - the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. 

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, an award-winning integrated marketing, public relations, public affairs and digital agency that partners with the world’s most exciting and disruptive companies across cleantech, mobility, real estate, healthcare, and emerging B2B tech sectors. Our clients are transformational and distinguished corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits that are at the bleeding edge of the Age of Adoption. Visit antennagroup.com to learn more.

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Paul Gross LinkedIn
Antenna Group
Keith Zakheim LinkedIn

How is a 26-year-old entrepreneur convincing risk-averse investors to build with trees instead of steel?

At 26, Nate Helbach has already founded Neutral, one of America's most innovative real estate development companies. Growing up between Wisconsin and California's redwood forests sparked his environmental passion, leading him to pioneer mass timber construction that reduces building emissions by up to 26.5%. Currently breaking ground on the tallest mass timber building in the Northern Hemisphere in downtown Milwaukee, Nate discusses the gap between sustainability solutions and implementation. "The difficulty isn't the solutions—it's getting investors comfortable with the unknown over the status quo." How is this young entrepreneur overcoming real estate's notorious risk aversion?

Nate Helbach is the Co-Founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative real estate development company pioneering mass timber construction in high-rise buildings. At 26, he's already breaking ground on what will be the tallest mass timber building in the Northern Hemisphere in downtown Milwaukee. Growing up between Madison, Wisconsin and California's redwood forests, Nate studied finance and sustainability before founding Neutral to bridge the gap between climate solutions and real-world implementation. His company focuses on mass timber construction, passive house design, and Living Building Challenge certification to achieve carbon-neutral development.

In This Episode: 

(00:00) Nate Helbach- young real estate innovator

(04:21) Background and entrepreneurial journey through sustainability discovery

(09:07) Age of adoption story, implementation versus innovation challenges

(12:38) Mass timber and passive house design differentiation

(16:08) Adoption barriers in jurisdictions and building codes

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of climate tech research and innovation – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously adopting climate solutions - the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. Access more curated content on the subject by visiting, www.ageofadoption.com.

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, an award-winning integrated marketing, public relations, public affairs and digital agency that partners with the world’s most exciting and disruptive companies across cleantech, mobility, real estate, healthcare, and emerging B2B tech sectors. Our clients are transformational and distinguished corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits that are at the bleeding edge of the Age of Adoption. Visit antennagroup.com to learn more.

Resources:
Neutral's website: https://www.neutral.us/
Nate Helbach LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-h-1539b1102/
Antenna Group
Age of Adoption Website
Keith Zakheim LinkedIn

What happens when grid power can't keep up with AI's appetite for energy, and how are construction leaders innovating around this crisis?

As Vice President of Sustainability at Clayco, Alana Spencer oversaw decarbonization across 100+ projects annually, including 57 active data centers totaling three gigawatts of capacity, focusing on the intersection of AI infrastructure growth and climate goals. Today she is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Alma Environmental Partners, supporting the built environment and organization on their sustainability journeys.

Spencer argues that "passion alone cannot get you there" in sustainability work—you need technical expertise to create business cases and implement solutions at scale.

In This Episode:

(00:00) Clayco's sustainability mission 

(04:02) Alana's story - from trading firm to sustainability leadership

(08:59) Age of Adoption story and AI's impact on construction 

(13:36) Testing lower-carbon concrete with major tech companies 

(16:31) Data center energy challenges and infrastructure solutions

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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of climate tech research and innovation – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously adopting climate solutions - the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. Access more curated content on the subject by visiting, www.ageofadoption.com.

This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, an award-winning integrated marketing, public relations, public affairs and digital agency that partners with the world’s most exciting and disruptive companies across cleantech, mobility, real estate, healthcare, and emerging B2B tech sectors. Our clients are transformational and distinguished corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits that are at the bleeding edge of the Age of Adoption. Visit antennagroup.com to learn more.

Resources:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanaspencer

Antenna Group

Age of Adoption Website

Keith Zakheim LinkedIn