The Spark Innovation Center at the University of Tennessee Research Park is proud to announce the addition of Tim Rinks as its newest Life Science Expert-in-Residence (EIR).
East Tennessee’s Innovation Ecosystem Shines as Climate Tech Startup, Holocene, is Acquired by Oxy
The University of Tennessee Research Park proudly celebrates the acquisition of Holocene, a Knoxville-based direct air capture (DAC) startup, by Occidental Petroleum (Oxy)—a landmark milestone for the region and the Spark Innovation Center.
Celebrating a Global Triumph: Perseus Materials Wins Big at JEC World in Paris
In a momentous victory that underscores the global impact of East Tennessee’s tech entrepreneurial ecosystem, Perseus Materials, has emerged as one of the three total winners at the prestigious JEC World 2025 in Paris. Winning in the highly competitive category of “Process, Manufacturing, & Equipment,” Perseus Materials has not only brought international recognition to itself but has also highlighted the innovative spirit … Read More
Spark Innovation Center Wins DOE OTT Award to Support Clean Energy Tech Startups
Spark Innovation Center Wins DOE OTT Award to Support Clean Energy Tech Startups
Aluminairy’s Pilot Project Partnership with TVA
The UT Research Park at Cherokee Farm is proud to announce an exciting milestone for one of its Spark Innovation Center companies. Aluminiary, a cutting-edge startup with the idea of transforming new sustainable lighting solutions, is entering into a groundbreaking partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority. This first-of-its-kind agreement includes a $10,000 commitment from TVA toward a pilot project that furthers the innovative product development of Aluminiary. This is a first-of-its-kind partnership between a Spark Innovation Center company and TVA and further aligns with their mission to drive innovative solutions forward in the energy industry. A … Read More
Safire’s Major Win at DOE EPIC Startup Pitch Competition
DOE Blog Announcing Winners The University of Tennessee Research Park is excited to announce that Safire, a member of the Spark Innovation Center Incubator, has secured first place at the Fall 2024 EPIC Startup Pitch Competition at RE+. Safire’s success is a testament to the company’s hard work, determination, and cutting-edge clean energy technology, which has captured national attention and … Read More
Opportunity in the Air: Google Now Backing Holocene’s DAC In Knoxville
Original Google Blog | Axios Generate Newsletter The UT Research Park and Spark Innovation Center we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements of Holocene, a Knoxville-based cleantech company that has made headlines with its revolutionary work in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. Their recent partnership with Google marks a significant step toward combating climate change, demonstrating not only Holocene’s … Read More
TVA 🤝 Spark Cleantech Accelerator
The Spark Innovation Center at the University of Tennessee Research Park is proud to announce a new partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) that aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of clean technology innovations. This collaboration signifies a significant step forward in fostering the growth of cleantech startups and advancing sustainable solutions within the region. Under this partnership, … Read More