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Carson Vest Interviews and Investment Opportunities

Carson Vest

USC Marshall School of Business | 2024

Carson Vest, a junior at USC Marshall School of Business currently pursuing a Master’s in Finance Progressive Degree, is driven by a profound passion for reshaping the world of venture capital to better support climate tech startups.

In parallel with her academic endeavors, Carson is actively engaged in a startup focused on addressing solar inequity in multifamily buildings. Through this hands-on experience, she’s working to make a tangible impact in the realm of clean energy and sustainability.

Furthermore, Carson has taken the initiative to share the compelling stories of individuals associated with the Ershaghi Center of Energy Transition at USC. By showcasing their diverse backgrounds and narratives, she aims to shed light on the incredible journey of these innovators who have contributed to USC’s climate technology landscape. Her primary aim in publishing these accounts is to attract more attention to these cutting-edge technologies, ultimately effecting change by connecting these innovators with the necessary resources, funding, and opportunities essential for scaling their impactful technologies.

Revolutionizing Orphaned Well Methane Detection: A Trailblazing Initiative by Dr. Young Cho

Advancing Sustainable Hydrogen Production – A Breakthrough by Dr. Ravichandran

Dr. Bora Gencturk’s Innovative Approach to Oil Well Plugging

Dr. Zhenglu Li’s Innovative Research in Energy Materials

Dr. Steve Nutt’s Pioneering Research in Composite Materials

The Pioneering Work of Dr. Paulo Branicio in Carbon Capture Technologies

Innovating Tomorrow: A Conversation with Dr. Theo Tsotsis

Exploring the Frontiers of Combustion Science: An Interview with Dr. Fokion Egolfopoulos

Advancing Sustainable Chemistry: Dr. Travis Williams’ Impact

Circular Carbon-Neutral Fuel Solutions: Dr. Prakash’s Vision

Navigating Carbon Sequestration Risks: Insights from Dr. Birendra Jha

Exploring the Frontiers of Materials Science: An Interview with Dr. Priya Vashishta

Dr. Behnam Jafarpour’s Quest for Subsurface Energy Innovation