Age of Adoption
The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of social, economic, and environmental research and exploration – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously deploying sustainable solutions – the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age.
This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, a global marketing and communications agency that partners with Fully Conscious brands — those with the courage to lead transformative change across Climate & Energy, Real Estate, Health, and beyond. Our clients include visionary corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits who recognize that meaningful impact requires more than awareness; it demands bold action. In today's Age of Adoption, where every sector must incorporate sustainable solutions into foundational systems, we amplify brands standing at the forefront of change, shaping a better future for our planet and its people. To learn more, visit antennagroup.com.
- Update frequency
- every 19 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 85
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Revolutionizing the Concrete Industry
What if injecting CO2 into concrete could actually make it stronger while fighting climate change?
Kristal Kaye, interim CEO of CarbonCure Technologies, discusses her transition from traditional energ…
Decarbonizing Long-Haul Transportation
Could retrofitting existing diesel fleets be faster than waiting for electric alternatives?
Paul Gross, CEO and co-founder of Remora, joins the podcast to discuss his company's revolutionary approach …
Transforming Real Estate with Mass Timber
How is a 26-year-old entrepreneur convincing risk-averse investors to build with trees instead of steel?
At 26, Nate Helbach has already founded Neutral, one of America's most innovative real estate d…
Rethinking AI’s Physical Footprint
What happens when grid power can't keep up with AI's appetite for energy, and how are construction leaders innovating around this crisis?
As Vice President of Sustainability at Clayco, Alana Spencer o…
How Solar Took Over the Grid
What if I told you that photons raining down from the sun provide 10,000 times more energy than humanity could ever use?
Tim Montague is President of the Clean Power Consulting Group and host of the C…
Data Centers and Decarbonization
What if data centers could actually help solve the climate crisis instead of just consuming massive amounts of energy?
Chris Pennington is Director of Energy and Sustainability for Iron Mountain Data …
Jigar Shah on Clean Energy’s Next Chapter
Could populist sentiment actually accelerate clean energy adoption by fueling energy independence desires?
Jigar Shah, widely considered a pioneer of the modern clean energy revolution, joins the Age …
Helping Consumers Make Green Choices
In our post-truth era, how does an 85-year-old publication maintain trust while testing tomorrow's technology today?
Phil Radford, President and CEO of Consumer Reports, brings a unique perspective to…
Why This Agency Matchmaker Rejects Fossil Fuel Clients
Ever wonder what happens when a PR matchmaker draws a hard line against fossil fuel clients? Meet Steven Shimek.
In this eye-opening conversation, Keith Zakheim welcomes the owner and CMO of Shimek St…
Can Buildings Adapt to Climate Change?
If buildings contribute 40% of global carbon emissions, what's stopping us from transforming the built environment?
In this episode of Age of Adoption, recorded on Earth Day 2025, host Keith Zakheim s…
Designing For The Next 100 Years
"It's important that we share the knowledge that we create. We won't get where we need to go unless all ships rise." - Anica Landreneau
As Global Director of Sustainability at HOK, Anica leads the fir…
Disrupting Climate Deception
In this episode of the Age of Adoption podcast, host Keith Zakheim welcomes Duncan Meisel, Executive Director of Clean Creatives, an organization challenging PR and advertising agencies to reject fos…
The Future of Wind Energy
In this episode of Age of Adoption, host Keith Zakheim welcomes Neal Rickner, CEO of Airloom Energy, about reimagining wind turbine technology. Neal, a former F-18 pilot with the Marines who later wo…
Revving Up Mobility Innovation
How does a transit-dependent child from Los Angeles become the Chief Mobility Officer for America's automotive heartland?
In this episode of Age of Adoption, host Keith Zakheim welcomes Justine Johnso…
Reimagining Food Production
What innovative strategies is SunOpta implementing to transform food waste into valuable resources, and how is their new Texas facility contributing to sustainability goals?
In this episode of the Age…
Advancing Energy Resilience and Sustainability
How did Rachel Posner Ross, the Former Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer for the U.S. Department of Defense, help transform the largest energy consumer in the nation into a leader in sustainability…
Betting on Green Investments
How is Breene Murphy pioneering sustainable investment strategies that challenge the status quo of traditional financial systems?
Host Keith Zakheim speaks with Breene Murphy, President of Carbon Coll…
Driving Change: Electro Dad's EV Mission for a Greener Europe
What inspired Jan Stanek to become a leading influencer in the clean energy sector, known as 'Electro Dad' on YouTube?
In this episode, Keith talks with Jan, aka 'Electro Dad,' a climate advocate and …
Redefining the Built Environment
