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The demand for clean and reliable power is growing at an exponential rate. The shift to renewables, electrification of vehicles and aircraft, and pressure on companies to adopt more sustainable practices is putting strain on an aging grid and requiring companies to push the boundaries of what’s possible across the industry.
In this episode, we are joined by Tim Avampato, director of innovation and partnerships, and Bryan Farrens, director of government programs at Eaton, to talk about how Eaton engages with governments when it comes to grants and innovation and how government research and innovation teams play a pivotal role in advancing crucial technologies for global decarbonization. Listen to the full episode now!
Question 1: What role do government strategic partnerships and innovation teams play?
Question 2: Why are these types of partnerships essential for tackling the complex challenges that we’re seeing today?
Question 3: Why does Eaton pursue government funds for research and development programs?
Question 4: What kind of value do these types of partnerships with Eaton provide to government funding agencies globally?
Question 5: How do we choose what types of programs to pursue?
Question 6: Once we’re selected for an award, what type of collaboration are we expecting when working on US government programs?
Question 7: Does the collaboration look different when we are working with EU partners and governments?
Question 8: Can you give an example of government programs and the type of growth they create?
Question 9: What about a program in the EU?
Question 10: What are some of the exciting trends you see emerging with technology and innovations of the future?
Tim Avampato
As the director of strategic partnerships and innovation, Tim works with business leaders from across Eaton and an extensive network of external partners to uncover, evaluate and secure investments for technology-driven growth opportunities.
Tim joined Eaton in 2011 as part of the strategic partnerships and innovation team leading the development of technology programs, partnerships and government funded R&D initiatives. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Florida. He also holds a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business.
Prior to joining Eaton, Tim led the development of advanced technology products and government R&D programs at Raytheon Technologies and PPG Industries.
Bryan Farrens
Bryan is a director of government programs at Eaton. He has been with Eaton for 19 years developing technologies through collaboration with government funding agencies and leading-edge technology partners. Bryan has led the development of government funded programs in the areas of grid resiliency, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and digital design.
Prior to joining Eaton Bryan was a Navy submarine nuclear officer and holds degrees in aerospace engineering, advanced mathematics and nuclear engineering.
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