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About the Episode:

Damian Beauchamp, President and CDO at 8 Rivers discusses their venture studio approach to innovating in the area of carbon capture infrastructure, recruitment for their rapidly-scaling team, and lessons learned along the way. The mission of 8 Rivers is to reduce large-scale industrial carbon emissions through carbon capture. Damian shares his background, views on the energy transition, and the skills and tech necessary to reach the global goal of net zero by 2050.


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Key Takeaways:

  1. Innovation from Within: Damian Beauchamp, highlights the company's distinctive strategy of developing carbon capture and direct air capture technologies in-house, rather than solely investing in external companies.

  2. Harnessing the Power of Diversity: The company encourages diverse teams to explore solutions to industry challenges, providing a range of perspectives that fosters innovative thinking.

  3. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Damian Beauchamp’s entrepreneurial journey, his experiences and success in founding two companies while in grad school, offer invaluable lessons for those looking to become an entrepreneur or make the transition into the renewable energy field.


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