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TAG Sustainability Talk

TAG Sustainability Talk

Written by: Technology Association of Georgia: Smart Communities & Sustainability Society
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TAG Sustainability Talk is the podcast from the Technology Association of Georgia: Smart Communities & Sustainability society. The go-to podcast for all things smart communities, cleantech, and sustainability in the great state of Georgia.Technology Association of Georgia: Smart Communities & Sustainability Society
Episodes
  • Highlights from the 3rd Annual Cleantech Outlook Show
    Feb 11 2026

    The clean energy market in Georgia is soaring, growing five times faster than the entire state economy in 2025. To achieve the ambitious goal of making Atlanta the number one global cleantech hub, our expert panel dissects the infrastructure challenges and solutions moving the industry forward. Tune in for:

    • The "Era of Storage": Why energy storage was the critical theme of 2025, and how coupling solar, wind, and geothermal is solving the grid's intermittency challenge.
    • EV Reality Check: A tough look at EV infrastructure, including the alarming statistic that one in three charging sessions currently fails on the first try.
    • The Investment Landscape: A deep dive into dislocation in demand, supply chain resilience, advanced manufacturing, and the future of autonomous mobility.

    Join host Andy Marshall and experts Cynthia Curry, Ben Damiani, Gabrielle Pierre, Alex Pistner, and Jones Thomas for a conversation shaping a sustainable future.

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Ben Damiani, CTO of Cherry Street Energy
    Jan 21 2026

    Today's episode features Ben Damiani, CTO of Cherry Street Energy, and Rick Wrenn. Ben shares his incredible journey from the first Formula One electric race car competition to becoming a leader in solar energy. We dive into Cherry Street's business model, how they approach commercial solar plus storage solutions, and the critical role solar is playing in the rise of giga-scale AI data centers. We also discuss the future of solar technology, from tandem solar cells to new battery chemistries, and get his expert take on the recyclability of modern solar panels.

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    38 mins
  • Estonian ITS Companies Pt. 2
    Dec 10 2025

    In the second and final part of our interview with ITS experts from Estonia, we cover: Huge opportunities in automated yard management and parking systems. The real regulatory obstacles for autonomous vehicles in the US and Europe. How Estonian companies are successfully approaching the US market, including key takeaways from their recent event in Atlanta. Tackling common misconceptions about new technology adoption in ITS.

    Listen now and get the full insights on smart mobility's practical and scalable solutions!


    Guests: Hannu Kikkas, Johannes Mossov, Lili Kuusk, Priit Ivanov, Silve Parviainen

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    36 mins
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