Troutman Pepper Locke Energy Partner Bill Derasmo talks with battery and storage experts from across the industry. The podcast shares the unique perspectives of...
A Thermal Storage Revolution With Nis Benn, Hyme Energy
In this episode, host Bill Derasmo sits down with Nis Benn, the visionary co-founder and chief commercial officer at Hyme Energy. Benn shares his unique career journey that led him to revolutionize grid-scale thermal energy storage solutions. They delve into the dynamic challenges and opportunities within the energy sector, exploring how policy shapes the adoption of renewables. Tune in to uncover the groundbreaking world of renewable energy stored in molten salt and be inspired by the future of sustainable innovation.
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Growing the Solar and Storage Landscape With Mike Hall, Anza Renewables
In this episode, host Bill Derasmo welcomes Mike Hall, CEO of Anza Renewables. With more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry, Hall shares insights into the founding and growth of Anza in 2022. The discussion covers the importance of technology platforms, vendor relationships, and the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on market trends and challenges. Tune in to learn about Anza’s role in navigating procurement landscapes and the future of energy storage.
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Expanding Energy Storage Through Cross-Cultural Insights With Dr. Marco Terruzzin, Energy Vault
In this episode, host Bill Derasmo is joined by Dr. Marco Terruzzin, the chief commercial and product officer at Energy Vault. Dr. Terruzzin shares his background in energy economics and trading, with experience in both the U.S. and China. He discusses how international experience and cross-cultural knowledge have expanded the energy sector. The conversation focuses on innovative energy storage solutions, including gravity and hybrid energy storage systems, and the increasing demand for dispatchable, emission-free resources. Tune in to learn about the priorities in energy storage and potential solutions.
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Storing Gravitational and Hybrid Energy, With Dr. Raj Talluri, Enovix
Host Bill Derasmo welcomes Dr. Raj Talluri, CEO at Enovix. Dr. Talluri, who holds a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, leads Enovix in pioneering 100% active silicon batteries. These batteries address the limitations of current technology, especially in consumer electronics. The conversation covers Enovix's future plans, including a new factory in Malaysia, and explores the challenges and market demands driven by AI applications and the need for better battery performance in electric vehicles (EVs). Tune in to discover how Enovix's innovations are set to impact various industries.
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Extending the Flexibility of Energy Storage With Julia Souder, LDESC
In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo speaks with Julia Souder, CEO of the Long Duration Energy Storage Council (LDESC). Julia shares her creative background in the energy sector, which has fueled her passion and commitment to advancing long-duration energy storage (LDES) and promoting renewable energy. The discussion covers the challenges and opportunities for LDES, highlighting California's leadership and initiatives, such as the California Public Utilities Commission's goal of achieving one gigawatt of LDES by 2030. Tune in to learn about the future of energy storage, the diverse technologies involved, and the importance of continued advocacy and policy support in achieving decarbonization goals.
Troutman Pepper Locke Energy Partner Bill Derasmo talks with battery and storage experts from across the industry. The podcast shares the unique perspectives of industry veterans and thought leaders, exploring how they are deploying this new and exciting technology.