Battery + Storage Podcast

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo speaks with Alex Livingston, president of Joule Case. Alex shares his journey from studying mechanical engineering at the University of Idaho to co-founding Joule Case, a company specializing in the development of stackable battery systems. He explains that the idea for Joule Case was inspired by the limitations of electric vehicles, particularly regarding recharge time and range. The company's battery system, which Alex refers to as "digital fuel," is designed to be flexible and adaptable, and capable of functioning in a variety of applications, from powering a generator replacement to mobility and more advanced use cases. Listen in to learn more about Joule Case's battery technology and its impact on grid capacity.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo chats with Laura Pagliarulo, the president of SolaREIT, a renewable energy real estate investment company. Laura shares her journey from environmental enthusiast to SolaREIT co-founder, and explains the often-overlooked importance of real estate financing in the sector. Listen in to discover the unique challenges developers face, from securing financing to managing interconnection risks and increasing costs, and how SolaREIT offers efficient solutions to these real estate issues.

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo interviews Jason Burwen, the vice president of policy and strategy at GridStor. Leveraging his rich background in energy policy, Jason provides a unique perspective on the immense growth potential of the U.S. energy storage sector. He also weighs in on the hot issues facing the California ISO market.

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo is joined by John Kem, president of American Battery Factory (ABF). They discuss how ABF is redefining the domestic supply chain landscape and reviving large-scale battery manufacturing in the U.S. John, a career army officer with a background in engineering and environmental studies, offers insights into ABF's lithium-ion phosphate battery cell chemistry, explaining why they are safer, more environmentally friendly, and more suitable than traditional lithium-ion batteries. Listen in as they chat about ABF's mission, manufacturing process, and the future of battery technology.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo chats with EPC Power's Director of Grid Integration Jason Barmann. They discuss Jason's career transition from power generation to energy storage, the role and importance of inverters in energy storage systems, and the advantages of EPC Power being a U.S.-based inverter manufacturer. They also touch on their predictions for the future of the energy storage market, the importance of reliability, and the advantages of the emerging hydrogen market.

We are kicking off season five of the Troutman Pepper Battery + Storage Podcast with an electrifying discussion of the evolution of the battery storage sector with host Bill Derasmo and Dr. Kai-Philipp Kairies, CEO of ACCURE Battery Intelligence. They explore the amazing advances in battery analytics and diagnostic tools championed by ACCURE. As grid-scale storage grows in size and scope, the analytic tools brought to the table by ACCURE will only become more valuable to owners and operators of grid-scale installations.

In the latest episode of our Battery + Storage Podcast, returning guest host Dan Anziska is joined by MJ Chandilya, CEO of Storm Energia. MJ provides an in-depth look into Storm Energia's mission and operations, centered around the safe, secure, and economically efficient recycling of EV and other lithium-ion batteries. Tune in as they discuss the unique approach of Storm Energia's eco-friendly mechanical process, compact facilities, and ambitious growth plans.

In this episode of the Troutman Pepper Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo is joined by Troutman Pepper Partners Anne Loomis and John Leonti to discuss the transformative effects of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on the energy storage sector. They delve into the standalone storage investment tax credit (ITC), its implications for the storage sector, and its role in revolutionizing storage financing. The trio also explores new opportunities for tax-exempt owners and investors, the rise of transferability deals, the impact of the domestic content bonus, and more.

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, special guest host and Troutman Pepper Partner Dan Anziska is joined by Jay Bellows from U.S. battery company KORE Power, as well as Rick Pekala and Graeme Fraser-Bell from U.S. battery component company and equipment manufacturer ENTEK. Together, they discuss the world of battery manufacturing and domestication of the battery supply chain. Listen in as this energetic ensemble discusses the importance of domestic production, the role of separators in battery technology, and the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on the industry. Our guests also highlight their companies' recent expansions and collaborations, and explore the future of the battery supply chain in the U.S.

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo is joined by Don Wright, vice president of engineering at Unico. Don shares his journey from Michigan to Austria, and finally to Wisconsin, where he now leads Unico's engineering efforts. He discusses the company's role in testing and developing cutting-edge technology in the EV space, and the importance of battery testing in determining battery lifespan and health. Don also delves into the concept of a DC microgrid for testing more batteries at once without a huge infrastructure charge, and the potential for second-life batteries in this setup. He shares his insights on the future of battery chemistries, the challenges of solid-state batteries, and the potential of semi-solid-state batteries.

Join us as we power up a conversation with Dr. Matt Raiford and Dr. Alistair Davidson from the Consortium for Battery Innovation (CBI). In this episode, we shed light on the often overlooked, yet pivotal role of lead batteries in our everyday lives and their potential in revolutionizing energy storage. Discover the sustainability triumphs of lead batteries, their unique advantages in grid-scale applications, and the fascinating science behind their operation.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo is joined by George Koutsonicolis from SOLIC Capital Advisors, to discuss the growing global focus on energy storage, the role of battery storage in the renewable energy transition, and the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on the sector. George also shares his insights into the challenges and trends in raising debt and equity in the storage sector, and the future of tax equity financing. The podcast also explores the differences in dealing with private-backed companies versus publicly traded ones, and the considerations for investing in hybrid resources, versus pure play storage.

This week, Bill Derasmo and Sakuu Senior Vice President of E-Mobility and Product Arwed Niestroj discuss Sakuu's transformative 3D-printing battery technology that enables customers to manufacture batteries with less capital expenditure, footprint, waste, and energy. Listen in as we delve into this disruptive technology and how it's reshaping the landscape of energy storage and unlocking new opportunities for the energy industry.

Get ready to plug into the electrifying mind of Nora Brownell. This week, Bill sits down with the former FERC commissioner and current partner at Clean Energy Ventures to discuss everything FERC-land and beyond. Listen in as they chat about the current regulatory landscape, storage market trends, and the challenges impacting the energy industry, including grid capacity and the need for balance between energy customers and investors.

With burgeoning EV sales, the transition to renewables, and IRA implementations, the need for battery-grade lithium is higher than ever. However, supply chain issues continue to slow down production, causing a major imbalance between supply and demand. This week, Bill Derasmo and Dr. Saad Dara discuss Mangrove Lithium's novel electrochemical refining process for producing battery-grade lithium, and how they turn overseas refining into a thing of the past.

Ready to geek out over exciting new battery chemistry? This week on the podcast, Bill talks all things residential storage with George Kuo, the senior director of products and solutions and product management at Canadian Solar. Learn how Canadian Solar and their subsidiaries transform the way homeowners consume and supply energy back to the grid, and how the IRA creates incentives for individual homeowners to add rooftop solar and storage.

Major players in the battery space thrive on the "what's next" factor, but for years, the focus has only been on cathodes. To level up battery technologies, a major change to the anode side is electrifying the industry. When it comes to Li-Metal, new anode technologies are helping them forge the future of batteries. Listen in as President Kunal Phalpher breaks down how Li-Metal is improving the process and technology to produce the lithium anodes and lithium metal needed by next generation batteries.

Our first episode of 2023 is here, and it's a heavy one. This week, Bill Derasmo talks with Forbes 30 Under 30 2022 winner and cofounder of Salient Energy, Ryan Brown. Tune in now to learn how Salient Energy uses zinc to create a safe, low-cost alternative to lithium-ion in the stationary space.

Can money be made off of parked cars? With vehicle-to-grid (V2X) technology, an EV can pay for itself. Even utilities can access V2X value streams if they're willing to embrace the change. From bidirectional technology to frequency regulation, join host Bill Derasmo and his guest Fermata Energy Founder and CEO David Slutzky as they discuss the ins and outs of Fermata's V2X technology and its impact on the auto and electric power industries.

When you think about electric vehicles (EV), the first thing that comes to mind is the brand name vehicle out on the road. But batteries are being used for more than just everyday EVs — and Electrovaya is working to make them safer and longer lasting. Listen in as host Bill Derasmo and his guest Electrovaya CEO Dr. Raj Dasgupta discuss innovations in the EV space, from ceramic separators to electric industrial vehicles operating 24 hours a day inside of distribution centers for many Fortune 500 companies.