In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Steve Plumb speaks with Kelly Visconti, principal deputy director of the Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) at the Department of Energy. They discuss the role of MESC in strengthening U.S. manufacturing, addressing workforce shortages, and the impact of legislation like the CHIPS Act and the Infrastructure Act.

Resources mentioned: 

• SMLP: State Manufacturing Leadership Program Apr 21, 2025
• Ongoing Implementation Grant Submissions: ITAC Application Portal
• MESC’s FY24 Annual Report: Reports | Department of Energy