Gaurab Chakrabarti

Patrick McGee, a seasoned journalist and author, shares insights on Apple's complex relationships with Chinese manufacturers. Casey Handmer, a physicist and founder, discusses the urgent need for U.S. lunar presence against China’s ambitions. Garth Sheldon-Coulson highlights innovative ocean-based energy solutions, while Gaurab Chakrabarti emphasizes sustainable chemical production. The conversation also touches on Meta's multi-billion investment in AI and the evolving landscape of American manufacturing and tech regulations, revealing a dynamic interplay between innovation and geopolitical challenges.

Gaurab Chakrabarti and Sean Hunt, co-founders of Solugen, discuss how they are revolutionizing the $5 trillion chemicals industry with their plant-derived substitutes. They touch on topics such as the challenges in the industry, their manufacturing process, meeting over a game of poker, the first wave of Cleantech startup failures, the importance of logistics and supply chain, and their strategy for scaling the business. They also share interesting stories about their homemade metal catalyst reactor and building their first factory on the site of an exploded wax distillery.

Gaurab Chakrabarti, Co-founder and CEO of Solugen, is on a mission to transform the $6 trillion chemicals industry with sustainable practices. He shares how a DIY reactor evolved into a groundbreaking company that mixes biology with machine learning. Discover the innovative ‘Bioforges’ that promise localized, efficient production, and learn about the vital role chemicals play in our lives. Gaurab discusses the challenges of disrupting traditional methods and the importance of strategic adaptability in fostering a cleaner, decarbonized future.