EPB Quantum Highlights

IonQ opens Chattanooga office

As EPB Quantum^SM and IonQ finalize the installation of the Forte Enterprise Quantum Computer, the leading quantum platform company recently established an office in downtown Chattanooga. Only blocks from EPB Quantum Center^SM, IonQ is already working with EPB to develop practical applications for securing and optimizing the power grid and training EPB Quantum Computing Fellows to build a local quantum-ready workforce.

Read more in the Chattanooga Times Free Press.

EPB joins Southeastern Quantum Collaborative

Inaugural membership supports real-world QT applications across the Southeast

EPB’s membership in the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative (SQC) reflects Chattanooga’s growing role as a center for advanced technology and innovation. Led by The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), SQC brings together organizations from academia, industry and government to strengthen regional leadership in quantum information science, including our close partners the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, IonQ and Vanderbilt University. SQC also participates in activities to develop a quantum-ready workforce and position the Southeast as a global hub for quantum innovation, supporting economic growth, national security and next-generation technology development.

Quantum in Business — October 1

EPB hosts inaugural conference to connect companies to practical quantum advantage

Save the date for Quantum in Business on October 1, 2026. EPB Quantum^SM will host its inaugural conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to connect companies to practical quantum advantage.

Take your company’s first-mover advantage. Reserve VIP tickets now at EPB@EPBquantum.com. Seating is limited.

EPB Quantum Fellows reach milestone

Completion of first fellowship curriculum readies fellows to develop hands-on use cases.

EPB and IonQ recognized eight participants in the EPB Quantum Fellows program for meeting the program's first requirements. The fellowship provides valuable training and real-world experience, equipping participants to develop quantum solutions that benefit EPB customers and our community. It’s all part of our work to build a local, quantum-ready workforce and support new job creation in the rapidly emerging quantum industry. Read more about the fellowship here.

Chattanooga selected to host QCaMP cohort and support educators

Quantum, Computing, Mathematics, and Physics Camp (QCaMP) is a professional learning program developed by scientists from Sandia and Lawrence Berkeley National Labs.

Chattanooga has been selected to host Quantum, Computing, Mathematics, and Physics Camp (QCaMP), a professional learning program developed by scientists from Sandia and Lawrence Berkeley National Labs. Supported by NSF, the week-long program supports educators by building a foundational understanding of quantum science and exploring classroom-ready connections to math, science, and problem-solving. Register or learn more here.