Windlift’s Post

That’s a wrap! Last week, our Clean Tech Energy Network (#CTEN) team visited energy tech innovators across North Carolina, led by Power Africa Deputy Coordinator Cullen Hughes. Our final stops at RTI International and Windlift capped a week of learning about innovations and research happening across North Carolina and the broader U.S. on technologies capable of driving reliable energy solutions in Africa. At RTI International, we explored their Technology Advancement & Commercialization and Energy Technology Development Facility, where they’re advancing energy system reliability, renewable gas-to-chemicals technologies, and CO2 conversion into higher-value products. With energy-focused projects in 47 countries, RTI is shaping global clean energy solutions. Thank you to Nicole Barnes, Senior Vice President of International Development & Executive Director, Climate Growth Strategy, and Matthew Tiedemann, Director of Energy Division, and the entire RTI team for an informative visit! At Windlift, we joined Sean Q. Meyer, Chief Operating Officer, to learn about their Airborne Power Generator—a potentially game-changing innovation for the future of wind energy. Across North Carolina, we saw firsthand how U.S. energy tech companies are advancing research and technology that can be leveraged to address Africa’s growing demand for energy access. From energy reliability to automation and e-mobility, these innovations can drive sustainable development while creating opportunities on both continents united 🇺🇸 🤝 🌍 #NorthCarolina #USInnovation #EnergyInnovation #EnergyAcess #Africa John Hansen Erik Streed Stephanie Wiseman Steve McManus Jeffrey Petrusa Pablo Torres Dave Dausch Sameer Parvathikar