Paolo Pino, Chief Technology Officer at Volta Space Technologies

In this episode of The Techne Connect, Paolo Pino, Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of Volta Space Technologies, speaks about how his team is building wireless energy transmission systems to power lunar missions and extend their lifespan from days to years.Paolo shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, his work developing Volta’s first space-qualified laser systems, and the challenges of bridging theoretical research with real-world innovation.He discusses leadership, startup culture, and why building the “energy grid for the Moon” could redefine the future of space infrastructure. Paolo also reflects on lessons from scaling a deep-tech company, the importance of collaboration, and the new opportunities emerging in space technology.The Techne Connect Podcast 🎧Thank you for listening to Techne Connect! This podcast takes you inside the companies and conversations shaping the future of engineering.From space and defence to robotics, AI, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and next-generation mobility, each episode features the founders, engineers and technology leaders building tomorrow's world.Through candid discussions on innovation, leadership, product development and career journeys, the podcast uncovers the ideas, challenges and breakthroughs driving the world's fastest-moving industries. Whether you're an engineer, founder, investor or simply fascinated by emerging technology.Techne Connect offers a front-row seat to the people creating what's next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.