SE01E02 - Revolutionizing the disposable battery industry | with Tom Bishop | Untold Podcast

In this episode of "Untold – The Best Kept Secrets of Utah," we sit down with Tom Bishop, CEO and Founder of PaleBlue—a company on a mission to revolutionize the disposable battery industry. For decades, the battery business has remained stagnant, flooding landfills with single-use waste and contributing to environmental harm. Tom and his team at PaleBlue are determined to change that.Inspired by Carl Sagan’s reference to our "pale blue dot," PaleBlue is tackling one of the most overlooked environmental challenges by combining the best rechargeable battery chemistry with cutting-edge battery management systems. Their innovative approach could spell the end for single-use batteries—and redefine how we power our world.But PaleBlue’s vision goes beyond just replacing disposable batteries. Tom shares how their technology is redefining what a battery is—moving beyond simple power delivery to open up new possibilities for electronics design, energy efficiency, and functionality. By rethinking the battery’s role, PaleBlue is laying the groundwork for smarter, more sustainable products that weren’t possible before.Tom also opens up about the deeper motivation behind PaleBlue and what achieving his ambition would truly mean—not just for the business, but for the planet. He shares how success would fuel the next phase of his mission toward sustainability and what steps he plans to take next to make a lasting impact.🔋 Will PaleBlue be the spark that changes the game forever?🎧 Tune in to hear the full story—only on Untold.