In this episode of the Drop In CEO Podcast Troy Helming, a unicorn founder and modern-day industrialist, discusses his journey from maintaining a solar-powered house in Kansas to developing projects that have had a significant economic impact. He highlights the challenges of upgrading the U.S. electrical grid, the importance of underground transmission lines, and the need for legislative support to advance clean energy infrastructure. Troy also touches on his experiences with obstacles and innovations in the energy sector, his passion for resilience, and his advice for C-suite leaders. Additionally, he shares insights about his collaboration with the Kuwait Investment Authority and his company's ambitious goal to build a coast-to-coast network of underground tunnels for power and utility lines.
Episode Highlights:
02:02 Troy's Journey: From Solar-Powered House to Clean Energy Pioneer
04:47 Challenges in the Clean Energy Sector
11:45 Innovative Solutions and EarthGrid's Mission
12:25 Troy's Personal Drive and Overcoming Obstacles
Troy Helming is a Unicorn Founder (with 6 company exits) and a modern-day industrialist. He’s an inventor (60+ patent claims), an elite athlete (American Ninja Warrior), an author (The Clean Power Revolution + articles), and a clean energy executive. He’s founded solar & wind companies that have generated more than $35 Billion of economic impact, and he serves on numerous boards. He's a longtime wellness practitioner, yogi, and family man.
Connect with Troy:
Troy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyhelming/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/earthgrid-io/
Troy’s X: https://x.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FSolarNinjaTroy
Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthgrid.io/
Troy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solarninjatroy
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