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.
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Technology Association of Georgia: Smart Communities & Sustainability Society
On this episode of the TAG Sustainability Talk podcast, Drew Bacchus and Rick Wrenn sit down with Joseph Mooney from WattAir to talk about a game changing approach to atmospheric water harvesting. They dive into how advanced sorbent materials draw pure water straight from the air, how this technology supports climate resilient agriculture and data center cooling, and what it takes to bring decentralized water solutions to communities across the Global South.
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10 Sept 2026
From Coal Country to the White House: Patrick Thompson on the Triple Ps of Sustainability
In this episode of TAG Sustainability Talk, hosts Drew Bacchus and Rick Wrenn sit down with Patrick Thompson, a lifelong conservationist and sustainability executive who has seen the clean energy transition evolve from its earliest days.
Patrick shares his unique personal and professional journey, starting from his roots growing up in West Virginia coal country to working as a park ranger, meeting Nancy Reagan, and landing a role at the White House. He also discusses his transition into technology and energy, including the challenges of founding a solar company in Georgia.
Tune in as we dive into:
The uphill battle of building a solar business in traditional utility markets.
Important sustainability lessons Patrick learned from legendary carpet industrialist Ray Anderson.
Empowering indigenous communities by teaching solar installation on Navajo land.
The ultimate business case for a sustainable future built on the Triple Ps: People, Planet, and Profits.
This is a longer episode than usual because there was simply too much good stuff to cut down. We hope you enjoy this deep dive into where the clean energy industry has been and where it is heading next.
19 Aug 2026
Turning Grades into Games with Regnault Sanders of Schoolconomy
In this episode, Drew and Rick sit down with Regnault Sanders, founder of Schoolconomy. Regnault shares how his platform rewards students with digital perks like video games for hitting their academic goals. We dive into student-first design, building real-world corporate partnerships, empowering youth through ambassador programs, and rethinking student motivation for the future.
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