Joining the show today to discuss EPRI's sustainability initiatives and the industry's efforts towards a more sustainable future are Jessica Fox, Principal Technical Executive at EPRI, Greg Rouse, Senior Technical Leader at EPRI, and Sandy Nessing, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at AEP (American Electric Power). The guests share insights about their roles in their respective organizations and the progress made in the field of sustainability over the past 15 years. They also discuss the Energy Sustainability Interest Group (ESIG), its objectives, and the research projects it is currently working on and their thoughts on the future of sustainability and the challenges that lie ahead. 

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

In this special episode of the EPRI Current, hosts Samantha Gilman and Bill Florence introduce a new podcast series in collaboration with the Global Forum for Nuclear Innovation (GFNI) called 'Ambition Into Action.' Joined by Dan Moneghan, EPRI's lead on advanced nuclear fuel cycles, they discuss the goals of the limited podcast series, which will feature guests from nuclear and other industries exploring solutions to common challenges including the workforce of the future and agile plant operations. Their stories of turning their ambition into action aim to inspire and equip listeners with the knowledge and tools to make a difference in their own fields. Tune in to this exciting series to learn more.

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

Welcome to our first podcast of 2024. In this episode, we are taking a look back at the inaugural year of the EPRI Current. You’ll hear segments from a number of our episodes from last year, providing insights from industry experts and addressing topics such as fusion and fission, robotics, energy storage, climate change, circularity, offshore wind, and nuclear innovation. Join us as we reflect on the best highlights from 2023 on the EPRI Current and get ready for an exciting lineup of episodes in 2024. Listen in every other week as we bring you the latest research, industry insights, and more. 

2023 Guests Featured in this “Best of” Episode:

Katie Jereza, Vice President of Corporate Affairs, EPRI

Diana Grandas, Transformative Nuclear Technology, EPRI

Erika Willis, Substations Program Manager, EPRI

Andrew Maxon, Energy Storage Senior Program Manager, EPRI

Irene Danti Lopez, Technical Leader, EPRI

Morgan Scott, Director of Climate READi, EPRI

Stephanie Shaw, Technical Executive, EPRI

Curtiss Fox, Off-Shore Wind Technical Leader, EPRI

Robin Bedilion, Principal Project Manager, EPRI

Craig Stover, Senior Program Manager, Advanced Nuclear, EPRI

Dan Killoren, Program Manager for EPRI’s Global Innovation Hub

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman speaks with EPRI's expert on heat pumps, Ron Dimitrovic. Ron, the Senior Program Manager for Grid Edge Customer Technologies, discusses the importance of decarbonizing fossil heating and the role of heat pumps in achieving this goal. Learn how heat pumps allow for the use of renewable energy to heat buildings and water, while also providing high efficiency and the challenges and trends associated with their adoption. 

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman discusses the concept of 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy (24/7 CFE) with two guests, Arin Kaye from EPRI's Energy Systems and Climate Analysis Group and Chris Pennington, the Director of Energy and Sustainability at Iron Mountain. In their conversation, they explore the emerging trend of 24/7 CFE, which goes beyond traditional renewable energy targets to match corporate electricity consumption on an hourly basis. The episode also explores Iron Mountain's strategy, the evolving ecosystem of providers, and EPRI's support for this effort.

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Related Links:

Can Carbon-Free Energy Meet Corporate Clean Energy Demand 24 Hours a Day?https://energycentral.com/o/EPRI/can-carbon-free-energy-meet-corporate-clean-energy-demand-24-hours-day 

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Bill Florence welcomes Dan Killoren, the Program Manager for EPRI's Global Innovation Hub. In their conversation, they discuss Incubatenergy Labs (IEL), a program that connects utilities with early-stage companies and startups to collaborate on validating innovative technologies and solutions for the energy industry. Dan explains the application process for startups, the value of IEL for both energy companies and startups, and the diverse range of projects that IEL supports. 

Visit EPRI.com to learn more about Incubatenergy Labs and the upcoming Demo Day event on November 1st and 2nd  in Vancouver, British Columbia, where startups will showcase their innovative solutions and foster future collaborations. 

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

Dive into an inspiring conversation with interns from EPRI's Rotational Internship Program. In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Bill Florence sits down with Sophie Lalonde, Prutha Bhide, and Billy Evans to discuss the program's value, EPRI’s diverse research environment and commitment to objectivity, the broad scope of opportunities the Rotational Internship Program provides, and more!   

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gillman is joined by Craig Stover, EPRI's Senior Program Manager for Advanced Nuclear, and Marc Nichol, the Nuclear Energy Institute's Executive Director for New Nuclear. They discuss advanced nuclear technology and the recently published Roadmap for Advanced Reactors. The roadmap outlines key enablers and 46 key actions needed to support the deployment of advanced nuclear reactors in North America. Craig and Marc dive into the bipartisan support for nuclear energy and the significant opportunities it presents in addressing climate change, national security, resilience, and economic growth. They also talk about the importance of collaboration and using the roadmap as a tool to navigate the challenges and opportunities in the clean energy transition. Listen in! 

Link to Roadmap: https://www.epri.com/research/products/000000003002027504 

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

Today we're diving into the remarkable world of artificial intelligence and language technology. ChatGPT has taken the tech world by storm demonstrating its ability to generate human-like text and engage in meaningful conversations on a wide range of topics. Join us as we peel back the layers of this groundbreaking technology, exploring its creation applications, and the endless possibilities it offers.

The previous paragraph was actually created by ChatGPT which sets up the topic of today’s conversation perfectly. Joining the show are two experts from EPRI, Christine Lee and Lea Boche to discuss generative AI, how it works, what uses it has in the energy industry, as well as some of its limitations. Listen in! 

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com 

In this episode, we welcome guest Robin Bedilion, Principal Project Manager at EPRI, to discuss the topic of supply chains and their impact on the energy industry. The conversation explores the challenges and considerations related to supply chains for various energy technologies, particularly those crucial for deep decarbonization efforts. Transportation, rare earth elements, and recycling and sustainability in the supply chain are also covered as well as the importance of collaboration, research, and innovation to address supply chain challenges and achieve a clean energy transition.

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Links and Resources: 

• Understanding Generation and Storage Technology Supply Chain Risks and Needs to Support Electric Utility Sector Decarbonization (3002023228): https://www.epri.com/research/products/000000003002023228

• Advanced Reactor Roadmap Phase 1: North America (3002027504): https://www.epri.com/research/products/000000003002027504

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EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com