Drew Baglino

Drew Baglino, the former senior vice president for powertrain and energy at Tesla, shares insights from his 18 years at the company, particularly focusing on Tesla’s ambitious Master Plan 3. He discusses the feasibility of decarbonization through extensive electrification and the crucial role of wind and solar energy. Drew expresses skepticism about AI-driven load growth and stresses the U.S.'s capacity for expanding transmission. They also touch on the challenges of energy curtailment and the importance of innovative solutions for renewable energy deployment.

Drew Baglino, former Senior Vice President of Powertrain and Energy at Tesla, shares insights from his time building Tesla's energy storage division. He details the innovative journey of creating the Powerwall, highlighting the resourceful strategies his team employed to overcome cell shortages and production bottlenecks. Drew emphasizes the collaborative spirit that helped launch groundbreaking products like the Megapack, and discusses how leadership and adaptability were key to thriving in the fast-evolving energy market.

Drew Baglino, former senior VP at Tesla and now CEO of Heron Power, shares the scrappy beginnings of Tesla’s energy division. He recounts how a passionate team built the iconic Powerwall using vehicle parts, all while grappling with critical supply chain issues. With innovative resource sharing, they managed to release the Powerwall 2 amidst increasing demand. Drew also discusses the importance of collaboration with suppliers and how design plays a key role in customer satisfaction. His insights reveal the dedication behind creating a market-defining product.

Drew Baglino, former Tesla exec, discusses decarbonization and renewables deployment with high curtailment. Topics include AI-driven load growth, U.S. transmission buildout, dealing with excess power, and meeting material requirements for decarbonization.

Drew Baglino, the innovative CEO of Heron Power with a rich Tesla background, joins Sam D'Amico of Impulse, electric tech expert Tristan Doherty from LG, and Daan Walter from Ember Energy. They dive into how electricity is reshaping global power dynamics, with China leading as the first 'electrostate.' The panel debates the U.S.'s industrial capabilities, the electric tech stack, and the importance of onshoring expertise. They also explore geopolitics tied to energy dominance and foresee a world increasingly dominated by electrostates over the next half-century.