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Battery Insiders
by Battery Associates
Conversations with the people building the battery industry. Hosted by Dr. Simon Engelke, founder of Battery Associates and the BatteryMBA.Cell manufacturing, energy storage, EVs, raw materials, recycling, and the policy behind them. Simon speaks with founders, engineers and executives about what they are building and what they would do differently. Past guests include Frank Blome (PowerCo), Matt Shen (CATL), Siyu Huang (Factorial) and Yann Vincent (ACC).Produced by Battery Associates, the team behind the BatteryMBA: battery.mbaGuest and sponsor enquiries: batteryinsiders.com
Episodes
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In conversation with Siyu Huang, Founder and CEO at Factorial Energy
Dr. Simon Engelke speaks with Siyu Huang, Founder and CEO at Factorial Energy to explore Factorial’s journey and its role in advancing solid-state batteries. They discuss milestones achieved, realistic timelines for SSB commercialization, key technical challenges, and where the biggest...
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In conversation with Matt Shen, General Manager of CATL
Dr. Simon Engelke speaks with Matt Shen, General Manager of CATL to explore CATL’s European strategy - from its approach to market entry, joint-venture models, and regulatory readiness to the challenges of execution across supply chains and talent. CATL is the world’s leading manufacturer of...
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In conversation with Yann Vincent, CEO of ACC
Dr. Simon Engelke speaks with Yann Vincent, CEO of Automotive Cells Company (ACC) to explore the strategic vision and challenges of strengthening Europe's battery independence through sustainable manufacturing, regulatory navigation, and future expansion plans. ACC is a European battery...
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In conversation with Vikram Handa Founder, Managing Director - Epsilon Advanced Materials
In this episode of the Battery Insiders podcast, Dr. Simon Engelke speaks with Mr Vikram Handa, Founder and Managing director of Epsilon Advanced Materials, about the critical role of synthetic graphite in battery supply chains. They discuss the innovative production processes, the differences...
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In conversation with Frank Blome, CEO of PowerCo SE
In this exclusive battery insiders podcast conversation, Simon Engelke interviews Frank Blome, CEO of PowerCo SE, discussing his journey in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, the evolution of battery technology, and the strategic direction of PowerCo. Blome shares insights on the challenges and...
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Multilevel Inverters: A Key Innovation for Battery Integration?
In this episode of the Battery Insiders Podcast, Dr. Simon Engelke interviews Niclas Lehnert, co-founder of Pulsetrain, to discuss the innovative technology of multi-level inverters and their potential impact on the electric vehicle industry. They explore the workings of multi-level inverters…
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Advancing Renewable Integration with Innovative Battery Technologies
In this episode of the Battery Insiders Podcast, Dr Simon Engelke speaks with Lord Adair Turner, Chair of the Energy Transitions Commission, about the transformative role of battery technology in achieving net-zero emissions. They discuss the rapid decline in battery costs, the importance of...
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Trade, policy & industry growth in Europe's battery industry
In this episode of the Battery Insiders podcast, Simon Engelke speaks with Julia Poliscanova about the current state and future of the battery industry in Europe. They discuss the geopolitical dynamics affecting battery production, the need for a European equivalent to the US Inflation Reduction...
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Exploring Hytzer solid-state batteries
In this episode, Dr. Xi Dou, co-founder and CEO of Hytzer Energy, discusses the current state and future potential of solid-state batteries (SSBs). He highlights their advantages, including higher energy density, much higher power density and intrinsically improved safety compared to traditional...
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Chasing Efficiency: How the West Can Compete in the global battery market
In this episode, Our guest speaker Ken Hoffman highlights the competitive advancements in battery technology, particularly in China, where innovations in battery pack design allow for extended ranges and rapid recharge times, giving them an edge over Western models. Chinese electric vehicles…
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Celina on Lithium-Sulfur Batteries and Scaling Battery Manufacturing
In this episode, Our guest speaker Celina Mikolajczak, Chief Battery Technology Officer at Lyten, shares insights from her 25-year career in the battery industry, detailing her work from early battery failure analysis to pioneering electric vehicle batteries at Tesla, where she helped address...
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Exploring AM Batteries dry coating technology
In this episode, our guest speaker Lie, CEO of AM Batteries, discusses advancements in dry electrode manufacturing, a solvent-free alternative to traditional wet battery production that is more sustainable and cost-effective. Lee highlights how AM Batteries process eliminates the toxic solvent…
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Exploring second life Li-ion battery ecosystem of India by Dr. Rashi Gupta
In this episode, Our guest speaker Dr. Rashi Gupta, CEO of Vision Mechatronics, discussed her journey in lithium battery manufacturing during the Battery Insiders Podcast, highlighting her early start in 2015 and overcoming skepticism about the industry's viability. She emphasized the…
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Insights into the Indian Electric Mobility Market by Uday Narang
In this episode, Our guest speaker Uday Narang, Founder of Omega Seiki Mobility, discusses the rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market, especially in emerging economies like India, where affordability and local customization are driving adoption. He emphasizes the importance of building…
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Insights on the Indian BESS market by Debmalya Sen
In this episode, Our guest speaker Debmalya Sen discusses the rapid development of India’s battery storage sector, despite starting late. India currently has a small installed capacity of 2 GWh but is targeting 200 GWh by 2030 to support its renewable energy goals. The government has introduced...
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PowerCo COO Sebastian Wolf on Unified Battery Cells, EV Market Challenges, and Innovation
In this episode, our guest speaker Sebastian Wolf, COO of PowerCo SE, discusses the company's role as a Volkswagen subsidiary focused on producing standardized battery cells, known as unified cells, for electric vehicles. He talks about the challenges and opportunities in the European battery...
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Insights on Greenvolt Power’s BESS Operation Management Strategies
In this episode, Our guest speaker Antonio Montoto Rojo from Greenvolt Power joins us to discuss the future of energy storage and green energy projects across Europe and beyond. Learn about the company's innovative projects in countries like Poland, Hungary, and the UK, and gain insight into...
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Australia's Role in the Battery Supply Chain: Challenges & Future
In this episode of the Battery Insiders podcast, Gloria joins Simon live from China to discuss Australia's role in the global battery market. They explore the country's strong focus on upstream resource extraction, especially for critical minerals like lithium, nickel, and cobalt. Gloria…
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Philippines' Vision for Green Energy & Battery Industry
In this episode, Our guest speaker Glenn Penaranda, a representative from the Philippine Trade and Investment Center, discusses the Philippines' vision for its battery industry. The country aims to promote renewable energy and green mobility by leveraging its rich reserves of green metals, such…
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Insights on Theion’s Lithium Sulfur Battery Technology
In this episode, Our guest speaker Dr. Ing Ulrich Ehmes discusses the promise of lithium-sulfur batteries developed by Theion. These batteries aim to achieve a carbon-neutral future by significantly increasing energy density to 1,000 Wh/kg while reducing costs by a factor of three and cutting CO2...
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Deep dive into battery supply chain with Henry Sanderson
In this episode, Our guest speaker Henry Sanderson, Executive editor at Benchmark Mineral Intelligence and author of "Volt Rush," delves into his book which examines the critical role of raw materials in the clean energy transition and China's control over these supply chains. Sanderson…
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Unlocking Zimbabwe’s Lithium Potential: A Conversation with Eric from the Lithium Association
In this episode, Our guest speaker Eric from the Lithium Association of Zimbabwe discusses Zimbabwe's strategy to maximize the benefits of its substantial lithium reserves. Zimbabwe aims to ensure that its lithium resources directly benefit the local economy by mandating that all stages of…
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Michael Liebreich on the Evolution of Clean Energy and Green Finance
In this episode, Our guest speaker Michael Liebreich, CEO of Liebreich Associates and co-founder of Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF), delves into his extensive background in the clean energy sector. He reflects on the challenges and growth of clean energy finance since he started BNEF in 2004,...
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Sam Cooper on AI and Big Data in Battery Research
In this episode, Our guest speaker Dr Sam Cooper, Senior lecturer at Imperial College London and chief scientist at Polaron. Cooper shares insights into the challenges of conducting big data battery research due to limited industry data access and the recent improvements in data sharing. He...
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Exploring the Chinese Battery Industry with Wolfgang Bernhart
In this episode, our guest Wolfgang Bernhart discusses the current dynamics of the Chinese market and its global impact on the battery industry. Wolfgang provides an overview of China’s significant investments in upstream sectors like nickel and lithium, as well as the challenges of overcapacity…
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Insights into Battery Materials Processing by American Battery Technology Company (ABTC)
Our podcast speaker, Ryan Melsert, CEO, CTO, and Director of American Battery Technology Company (ABTC), shares his insights on battery recycling technology and explains ABTC’s proprietary claystone lithium extraction process. He also discusses how ABTC’s business model can help OEMs and battery...
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Insights into ESS codes and standards
Our podcast speaker, Kevin Fok, Director of Compliance at LG Energy Solution Vertech, discusses energy storage systems (ESS). Kevin provides an overview of ESS codes and standards, highlighting the importance of standards like UL 1973, UL 9540, and NFPA 855 in ensuring safety and compliance in…
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From Lab to Market: Cuberg's Journey with Northvolt
In this episode, our podcast speakers Asma Sharafi, Cell Design Manager, and Rizwan Dard, Senior Strategy Manager at Cuberg, share Cuberg's growth and advancement path since its acquisition by Northvolt in 2021. Leveraging Northvolt's support, Cuberg is scaling up lithium metal anode technology...
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A Conversation with BEPA: Advancing Europe's Battery Value ChainA Conversation with BEPA: Advancing Europe's Battery Value Chain| Battery Insiders Podcast
In this episode, our podcast speaker Fabrice Stassin from the Battery European Partnership Association (BEPA) discusses BEPA's role in advancing Europe's battery industry. Since its inception by the European Commission, BEPA has been channelling substantial funding to build a robust battery value...
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Insights on Deep Sea Mining by The Metal Company | Battery Insiders Podcast | Season 2 - Podcast Episode 15
Summary: Our podcast speaker, Kristin Hengstebeck, Director of Business Development and Market Research at The Metals Company (TMC) discusses the positioning of deep-sea polymetallic nodules as a source of critical raw materials for the transition away from fossil fuels, and to support global...
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Insights on Sodium-Ion batteries | Battery Insiders Podcast | Season 2 - Podcast Episode 14
Our guest speaker, Andy Leach from BloombergNEF, provided an outlook into the sodium-ion battery market in 2023. He discussed the latest trends and developments, including benchmarking cost estimates for sodium-ion batteries compared to other battery technologies. Additionally, he highlighted key...
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Navigating EU Battery Regulations & the Future of BESS | Battery Associates | Season 2 - Episode 13
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the implications of EU battery regulations on the BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) industry in Europe. The speaker express her opinion on how these regulations can enhance sustainability and quality standards within the EU market. Additionally, the...
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Battery Revolution Clubhouse Recording - Closing the Loop: Repurposed EV Batteries in Mobile On-grid ESS
This podcast focuses on the repurposing of EV batteries for energy storage systems (ESS). Lorenzo Bergamaschi highlights Allye's approach to using intact EV battery packs for grid applications, avoiding the complex and costly process of dismantling and reassembling batteries. He emphasizes the...
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Battery Insiders Reflection - Closing the Loop: Repurposed EV Batteries in Mobile On-grid ESS
Reflection on the "Closing the Loop: Repurposed EV Batteries in Mobile On-grid ESS" Battery Revolution Clubhouse session with special guest Lorenzo Bergamaschi (Allye) This Battery Insiders Reflection episode is co-hosted by Bhavya Jha and Dr. Simon Engelke. Listen to the full recording of…
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Towards a Greener Future: HydroVolt's Sustainable Battery Recycling Approach
This episode highlights HydroVolt's approach to battery recycling and focuses on its innovative approach to battery recycling, emphasizing efficiency, sustainability, and collaboration across the industry. Andreas Frydensvang stresses the importance of collaboration and open dialogue across the...
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Battery Revolution Clubhouse Recording - The Future of Battery-Powered Aviation: From Drones to Passenger Planes
Listen to a Battery Revolution Clubhouse Session recorded on 1st March 2024 on the topic of The Future of Battery-Powered Aviation: From Drones to Passenger Planes The special guest for this episode was Katie Maze (Amprius Technologies) Monthly Battery Revolution Clubhouse Sessions are co-hosted...
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Battery Insiders Reflection - The Future of Battery-Powered Aviation: From Drones to Passenger Planes
Reflection on the "The Future of Battery-Powered Aviation: From Drones to Passenger Planes" Battery Revolution Clubhouse session with special guest Katie Maze (Amprius Technologies) This Battery Insiders Reflection episode is co-hosted by Bhavya Jha and Dr. Simon Engelke. Listen to the full...
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Battery Revolution Clubhouse Recording - US battery supply chain and LFP batteries
The podcast episode featuring John Kem, (President of American Battery Factory), provides insights into the challenges and strategies involved in establishing a domestic battery supply chain focused on producing lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells. It explores the competitiveness of LFP...
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Battery Insiders Reflection - US battery supply chain and LFP batteries
Reflection on the "US battery supply chain and LFP batteries" Battery Revolution Clubhouse session with special guest John Kem, (President of American Battery Factory) This Battery Insiders Reflection episode is co-hosted by Bhavya Jha and Dr. Simon Engelke. Listen to the full recording of the...
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Insights on Energy Transformation & Clean Tech Investments | Battery Associates
The podcast episode features insights on energy transformation and clean tech investments and notes the growing trend of private investment in clean tech despite macroeconomic challenges. Katherine discusses the different regions' contributions to the climate space, highlighting China's early...
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Battery Revolution Clubhouse Recording - The Emergence of On-Device AI Applications and Impact on Battery Life
Listen to a Battery Revolution Clubhouse Session recorded on 17th JAN 2024 on the topic of The Emergence of On-Device AI Applications and Impact on Battery Life The special guests for this episode was Dr. Raj Talluri (President and CEO, Enovix Corporation) Monthly Battery Revolution Clubhouse...
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Battery Insiders Reflection - The Emergence of On-Device AI Applications and Impact on Battery Life
Reflection on the "The Emergence of On-Device AI Applications and Impact on Battery Life" Battery Revolution Clubhouse session with special guest Dr. Raj Talluri (President and CEO, Enovix Corporation) This Battery Insiders Reflection episode is co-hosted by Bhavya Jha and Dr. Simon Engelke.…
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Exploring the Life Cycle of Batteries | Battery Insiders | Battery Associates
The podcast episode features insights on life cycle assessments (LCAs) and carbon footprints in the context of lithium ion batteries. The speakers emphasize the importance of life cycle assessment methodology, especially in the context of European battery regulations. The discussion also…
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Insights on Solid-State Batteries | Battery Insiders | Battery Associates
This episode provides a brief overview of solid-state batteries, particularly those developed by Blue Solutions. The speakers, Richard Bouveret and Sriram Claude Ramanoudjame highlight the advantages of solid-state batteries, emphasizing their use of solid electrolytes, making batteries smaller…
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Insights on the Indonesian Nickel Ecosystem: Present and Future Plans | Battery Insiders
This episode provides a brief overview of the Indonesia Nickel Miners Association, highlighting its role as a bridge between industry players and the government. @Meidy Katrin discusses the association's efforts to establish a benchmark price for nickel transactions in Indonesia. This initiative...
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Trends in Battery Materials and Regulatory Perspectives | Battery Insiders
The episode delves into the trends in the battery market, focusing on nickel sulfate, cobalt sulfate, and lithium carbonate. Shirley Wang highlights the concerns about the demand for EVs and energy storage systems (ESS) affecting the market dynamics. The podcast episode also engages on the impact...
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Podcast Episode 4: Research & Development in Batteries
This podcast episode highlights the increasing demand for battery research due to the growing electric vehicle market, leading to the emergence of consortiums and research institutions dedicated to studying batteries from different perspectives. Israel Temprano also emphasizes the difference...
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Battery Revolution Clubhouse Recording - Natural nano silicon
Listen to a Battery Revolution Clubhouse Session recorded on 14th Jul 2023 on the topic of Natural nano silicon The special guests for this episode was Andre Zeitoun and Jake Entwistle Monthly Battery Revolution Clubhouse Sessions are co-hosted by Katherine Kan, Mariam Awara, and Dr. Simon...
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Battery Insiders Reflection - Natural nano silicon as a battery anode resource
Reflection on the "Natural nano silicon as a battery anode resource" Battery Revolution Clubhouse session with special guest Andre Zeitoun and Jake Entwistle This Battery Insiders Reflection episode is co-hosted by Bhavya Jha and Dr. Simon Engelke. Listen to the full recording of the Clubhouse...
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Battery Revolution Clubhouse Recording - Closing the loops in the battery value chain on the example of Catena-X automotive network
Listen to a Battery Revolution Clubhouse Session recorded on 3rd JUNE 2023 on the topic of Battery Value Chains with Catena-X The special guests for this episode was Dr. Maria Fay & Marius Pohl Monthly Battery Revolution Clubhouse Sessions are co-hosted by Katherine Kan, Mariam Awara, and…
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Conversations with the people building the battery industry. Hosted by Dr. Simon Engelke, founder of Battery Associates and the BatteryMBA.Cell manufacturing, energy storage, EVs, raw materials, recycling, and the policy behind them. Simon speaks with founders, engineers and executives about what they are building and what they would do differently. Past guests include Frank Blome (PowerCo), Matt Shen (CATL), Siyu Huang (Factorial) and Yann Vincent (ACC).Produced by Battery Associates, the team behind the BatteryMBA: battery.mbaGuest and sponsor enquiries: batteryinsiders.com
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