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You’ve found us! Welcome to RIoT Underground, the place where you hear from instigators who are changing the world with disruptive technology. Our job? Pulling back the curtain. We talk to passionate disruptors about what they see, what they do, how they got to where they are, and what’s coming next. Have you ever wondered how people drive through their mistakes, learning from them, and capitalizing on them? Have you ever wondered how people find a career in tech, or start a company, or become great leaders? Do you want to hear more about people who succeed - the real stories, not just the wins we see in a highlight reel? Good - us too. And we’re going to bring that and more, here, at RIoT Underground. RIoT Underground is created and produced at RIoT Studios. RIoT produces events, conferences and educational courses around the world and runs an early-stage startup-accelerator in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our nonprofit also operates a wireless test and certification facility under the Wireless Research Center brand. Learn how to engage by visiting us at riot.org. Tune in, subscribe - join the underground. We’ll see you in the next episode.
RIoT Underground
XII: Sustainable Agriculture and the Power of Plasma Technology with John Ireland of NTP Technologies
Are you ready to explore the exciting intersection of technology and agriculture, and discover how it's revolutionizing the way we produce and use fertilizers? Join us for an illuminating conversation with John Ireland, founder of NTP Technologies, as he introduces us to the world of non-thermal plasma technology. Learn how John's company is turning the tide by producing sustainable, salt-free nitrate on-site for farmers, challenging the environmentally damaging Haber-Bosch process, and offering a greener alternative to synthetic fertilizers.
We also follow John's inspiring journey into the realm of organic farming. He candidly addresses the pressing challenges that farmers face daily, from soil health to the global impact of fertilizers. Embrace the game-changing solution that John is bringing to the table: a cost-effective fertilizer machine that operates off-grid for two whole decades, easing the burden on farmers and reducing the environmental footprint.
Lastly, we dive into the importance of networking in startup accelerators. John shares his own experience of leveraging the Big Launch Challenge, which played a major role in securing capital, recognition, and invaluable connections for his business. As we wrap up our conversation, we look forward to a future where technology and agriculture go hand in hand, paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future for us all. Tune in and join the conversation around the future of industrial agriculture.
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