#224 How to Scale up Anode Manufacturing in the US w/ Gleb Yushin (Sila Nanotechnologies)

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cleantechies.substack.comIn this issue:* A masterclass at how to produce and bring to market a new battery component. * Serious lessons on how to fund your pilot commercial production facilities — the key ingredient “Job Creation”* Why you should build a battery tech startupListen Time: Full Show 1:09:26 (no ads) | Free Preview 41:27On today’s episode, Gleb Yushin, the CTO of Sila Nanotechnologies, pours out the wisdom he has from 14 years working on and scaling up Sila Nanotechnologies to the point where their Anode tech is in millions of batteries around the world. Not many companies reach this scale and even less so among climate companies. The lessons he has for you will benefit you massively. There are incredibly potent lessons on: * A successful GTM strategy for a battery chemical (Anode in this case) * How to fund your small and commercial scale production facilities. * Why there will likely be bi-partisan support for clean technology * Key lessons on team building and talent acquisition Sponsor Message: Every ClimateTech Entrepreneur needs a reliable partner for their legal needs. Why settle for less than the best? 💪🏽Reach out to Goodwin Law today; the law firm of choice for hundreds of ClimateTech Entrepreneurs worldwide. They have you covered from funding docs to offtake contracts to IPO and M&A support. GoodwinLaw.com  (and tell them CleanTechies sent you!)📺 Watch on YouTube | 🍎 Apple Podcasts | 🎧 Spotify | 🗣️ Join the Slack ChannelDon’t miss a moment! If you want to get the full discussion, become a paid subscriber today or redeem your trial upgrade to test it out. 📝 Show Notes:Topics * 00:00 Intro* 02:57 The Journey of Gleb Yushin* 05:49 Founding Sila Nanotechnology* 09:03 The Role of Silicon in Battery Production* 11:53 Scaling Up Production* 15:12 Market Integration and Collaboration* 18:09 Challenges in Manufacturing* 20:51 Future of Battery Technology* 24:03 The Importance of Job Creation* 34:51 Rapid Iteration and Automation in Production—(Free Version ends here)—* 38:05 Funding Strategies and Equity vs. Debt* 42:08 Government Support and Job Creation in Clean Tech* 45:57 Bipartisan Support for Clean Technology* 51:46 Talent Acquisition and Team Building in Startups* 01:02:10 Challenges and Trends in the Battery Industry* 01:04:32 Startup Opportunities in Battery Recycling and Supply ChainLinks* Gleb Yushin | Sila Nanotechnologies* Connect with Somil on LinkedIn | Connect with Silas on LinkedIn* Follow CleanTechies on LinkedIn* This podcast is NOT investment advice. Do your homework and due diligence before investing in anything discussed on this podcast.