Leaders In Clean Tech #156: Andrew Gilligan – Fluence

Join David Hunt, host of the Leaders in Cleantech podcast, as he delves into the future of battery storage with Andrew Gilligan, Senior Director of Global Markets and Development at Fluence. In this episode, Andrew shares his journey from the solar industry to joining Fluence, insights about global storage markets, and the evolving supply chains required to support large-scale battery deployments. They discuss the economic and regulatory factors driving storage adoption, particularly in the US and Europe, and the role of battery storage in addressing growing energy demands and supporting AI data centers. Tune in for an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges, and opportunities in the cleantech sector.

00:00 Introduction to Leaders in Cleantech Podcast

00:43 Meet Andrew Gilligan: Senior Director of Global Markets at Fluence

01:21 Andrew's Journey in Clean Energy

05:17 Fluence's Role in the Energy Storage Market

11:56 Global Market Dynamics and Challenges

15:03 US vs. European Energy Storage Markets

21:09 Supply Chain and Regulatory Challenges

23:56 The Future of Energy Storage

25:51 Energized by Industry Resilience

26:28 AI and Data Centers: Powering the Future

27:49 Battery Storage Innovations

30:20 Global Market Trends and Opportunities

41:53 The Importance of Talent in Energy Transition

47:07 Future Outlook for Fluence and Battery Storage

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