Virginia Tech Game Changer Week

Game Changer is a weeklong celebration of our dynamic innovative ecosystem where participants are inspired by encounters with visionaries from all industries, people of all ages with ideas, the curious looking to learn or invest, and the brightest talent among us.

Speakers focus on everything from biotechnology to cyber tech to workplace leadership. Networking events are held throughout the week to foster connectivity and promote collaboration. View the agenda at the link below and register today! Registration is free.

DEIC’s Braden Croy will be sharing his expertise! Sessions include discussing “Alternative Fuels and the Circularity of Our Energy Future,” digging into the world of alternative fuels and sharing the latest advances. The session is ideal for energy innovators, engineers, students, and anyone else passionate about the future of sustainable energy. Braden will also sit on a Lunch & Learn Panel called “Net Zero: Myth or Reality?”

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Alternative Fuels and the Circularity of Our Energy Future

Tuesday, September 10th, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Speaker:  Braden Croy, DEIC Program Director

Location: 1691 Innovation Dr, Suite 1025, Blacksburg, VA 24060

During this engaging lecture, we will delve into the world of alternative fuels and their pivotal role in shaping a sustainable, circular energy future. Attendees will explore the latest advancements in alternative fuel technologies, including hydrogen, Gen IV nuclear, and metal fuels, and their potential to reduce our reliance on traditional fossil fuels. The lecture will highlight the concept of circularity in energy systems, emphasizing the importance of recycling and reusing energy resources to minimize waste and environmental impact. Through real-world examples and research highlights, participants will gain an understanding of how alternative fuels can contribute to a resilient and eco-friendly energy landscape. This session is ideal for energy innovators, engineers, students, and anyone passionate about the future of sustainable energy.

Net Zero: Myth or Reality? – Lunch & Learn

September 10, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: 1691 Innovation Dr., Suite 1025
Blacksburg, VA 24060

Join us during Game Changer Week for an engaging Lunch & Learn panel on “Net Zero: Myth or Reality?” This session will delve into future technologies utilizing various renewable energy sources and address critical questions: Can we reach carbon zero? What actions must we take to reduce our carbon footprint? Discover the opportunities and challenges in the field of energy as industry experts share insights and strategies to tackle these grand challenges. Don’t miss this chance to learn from leaders in the field and explore innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

Speakers:

  • Brett Malone, Panelist, President and CEO, Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center
  • Braden Croy, Dominion Energy Innovation, Program Director
  • Ken Davidian, International Space University, Vice President, North American Operations
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