The Department of Energy, through its Clean Energy Demonstrations Federal Grant Program (CFDA 81.255), awarded a $75,000,000 Cooperative Agreement to Diageo Americas Supply, Inc. The award supports the construction, installation, and operation of Rondo heat battery systems, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, solar PV generation, and associated heat production and recovery equipment at Diageo's Plainfield and Shelbyville facilities. Key objectives include demonstrating at least 75% reductions in cradle-to-gate emissions, validating the commercial viability of thermal energy storage powered by renewable energy, and integrating multiple thermal solutions to enable industrial electrification and decarbonization in the beverage industry. The project also aims to create full-time jobs, foster strategic partnerships with local communities, and develop workforce training programs, particularly targeting underrepresented groups.