Electrifying the Future: Rivian's Sustainability Mission with Grant Garrison

In this interview from April 2023, SI-MBA'23 students Nick Matys and Peter Dresch, sat down for a chat with Grant Garrison, Director of Sustainability at Rivian. With Nick and Peter he discusses the company's mission to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption and decarbonize transportation. Rivian produces electric pickup trucks, SUVs, and delivery vans, with a focus on making EVs both environmentally friendly and high-performing. Garrison highlights the importance of charging infrastructure, reducing adoption barriers, and creating a range of electric vehicles for different trip needs. The company aims to scale production, develop sustainability goals, and release its first sustainability report, emphasizing their commitment to showing that EVs can be both greener and better than traditional vehicles.Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the students and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the University of Vermont or the Grossman School of Business. Any content provided by our speakers is of their opinion and is not intended to malign any organization, company, or individual.