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Centrus Expansion Announcement Feat. Gov. Bill Lee and Sen. Marsha Blackburn
On January 23, 2026, Centrus Energy Corp. announced a major expansion of its centrifuge manufacturing facility in Oak Ridge, representing an investment of more than $560 million. The project will support the large-scale deployment of advanced centrifuge technology, strengthen America’s domestic nuclear supply chain and create nearly 430 new jobs in Anderson County. The announcement further positioned Tennessee as a national leader in advanced manufacturing and nuclear energy.
AI Tennessee Hosts Inaugural AI Tennessee Summit
The Inaugural AI Tennessee Summit united leaders from government, industry, and academia over two days to demonstrate how the Volunteer State is stepping up to lead America’s AI race. Through sector-focused discussions and cross-cutting collaboration, the Summit celebrated Tennessee’s AI unique strengths, addressed workforce and education needs, and charted a bold path to secure Tennessee’s place at the forefront of America’s AI future.
Increased awareness of IACMI’s Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeships & Learning (METAL) program
Piper Communications provides media and public relations support for METAL, including crafting strategic messaging materials (press releases, media advisories, pitches and media kits), for mainstream and trade media coverage of the program and its increasing amount of university partnerships. Piper also schedules media and podcast interviews for METAL and partner representatives and facilitates on-site media engagement at METAL bootcamps and workshops.
Kickstarting Media Relations for the AI Tennessee Initiative
AI Tennessee, an initiative led by the University of Tennessee to position the state as a leader in the global data economy, approached Piper Communications with the desire to increase the overall awareness and impact of its work as a statewide convener for AI research, collaboration, and innovation, as well as bring more attention to its industry consortium, AI TechX.
Long-term media relations support for Explore Oak Ridge and generating media coverage for the city’s events
Piper Communications provides media and public relations support for Explore Oak Ridge, including crafting strategic messaging materials (press releases, media advisories and media kits), scheduling media interviews for Explore Oak Ridge representatives and event organizers, and facilitating on-site media engagement of major events throughout the city.
Public relations campaign announcing Wärtsilä’s hydrogen engine test results
Wärtsilä is pioneering the adoption of hydrogen and, together with their customer WEC Energy Group, has successfully completed hydrogen blend tests on an unmodified engine
Long-term support for Wärtsilä and establishing subject-matter expertise
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets.
TAEBC launches Energizing Tennessee Podcast
Energizing Tennessee, powered by the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council and FirstBank, explores the latest news and insights about the advanced energy sector.
Leveraging LinkedIn: Increasing brand awareness through thought leadership
Piper Communications supports Wärtsilä subject matter experts LinkedIn engagement to amplify Wärtsilä’s brand, engage with target audiences and establish and grow their personal credibility in the industry.
Increased media coverage for Electronic Transactions Association
As the organization leading and representing the global payments technology industry, the Electronic Transactions Association (ETA) wanted to break into mainstream and national media. ETA engaged Piper Communications to do just that.
Volunteer State Solar Initiative Communications Strategy
Tennessee created the Volunteer State Solar Initiative (VSSI) as a comprehensive solar energy and economic development program to create jobs, educate the public, produce renewable power and commercialize technology.
Over 1.7K attendees at Innov865 Week 2024
Piper Communications works with the Innov865 Alliance to coordinate the coalition’s mission-driven activities that develop, support and promote Knoxville as a great place for entrepreneurs to start and grow a business. The Innov865 Alliance develops, supports, and promotes the Knoxville region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
TEAM TN hosts inaugural TEAM TN Summit
TEAM TN is a partnership with the National Science Foundation and is an alliance of academics, industry, and technical societies led by The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Ameresco solar project to save Knox County $29M over 30 years
Ameresco, one of the world’s leading independent providers of energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions for businesses and organizations, engaged Piper Communications to help Knox County reduce its energy and operating costs using solar energy.
Increased visibility of Three Roots Capital mission
Three Roots Capital (3Roots) is an innovative finance company that provides loans and equity investments to small businesses and real estate projects in Tennessee and Appalachia.
Skynano and Tennessee Valley Authority partnership announcement
SkyNano is a science-based technology company focused on commercializing a free-market solution to carbon pollution.
National Lab Directors’ Council website delivered in less than eight weeks
The National Laboratory Directors’ Council (NLDC) wanted a new website to educate the public about their missions and highlight the diverse and exciting career possibilities at our National Labs for scientists, engineers, and professionals working to solve the world’s toughest challenges.
Trillium $10.6 million funding announcement
Trillium Renewable Chemicals is pioneering a new chemical manufacturing process to produce bio-based materials from renewable feedstocks. In December 2022, the company raised a $10.6 million Series A financing round.