Julia Souder

Swetha Sundaram, VP of Solar and BESS at RWE, and Julia Souder, CEO of the Long Duration Energy Storage Council, delve into the explosive growth of energy storage technologies. They discuss the transformative role of battery systems in transitioning to low-carbon energy, spotlighting opportunities for long-duration storage that could yield a $4 trillion market by 2040. The conversation also touches on the evolution of storage solutions, regulatory impacts, and how energy storage can address both immediate and seasonal energy demands, especially in high renewables regions.

Julia Souder, CEO of the LDES Council, discusses long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies and their role in decarbonizing the energy system. She explores the importance of standards, local politics, and different types of batteries. The podcast also highlights the market potential and investment needed for LDAS technology.

Julia Souder, CEO of the Long Duration Energy Storage Council with a creative background in the energy sector, shares her insights on advancing long-duration energy storage (LDES). She highlights California’s initiatives to achieve a gigawatt of LDES by 2030 and discusses the challenges in diversifying storage technologies. The link between energy security and national security is emphasized, considering historical blackouts and innovative military practices. Julia underscores the critical role of LDES in meeting renewable energy goals and the need for effective policy changes to promote sustainability.