

Zach Dell
Co-founder and CEO of Base Power Company, which is building a reliable and affordable home energy service powered by distributed batteries.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 23min
Zach Dell - Powering the Future - [Invest Like the Best, EP.434]
Zach Dell, co-founder and CEO of Base Power Company, dives into the complexities of the electrical grid and the urgent need for updates to meet rising demand from AI and electric vehicles. He introduces innovative solutions like distributed home batteries that not only offer backup power but also support the grid. Dell emphasizes the pivotal role of affordable energy in driving human progress, discusses the evolution and financing of battery technologies, and outlines Base's unique approach to energy management for Texas homeowners.

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Apr 9, 2025 • 58min
Base Power's $200M Series B Co-Led by Lee Fixel of Addition, A16Z, Lightspeed, & Valor Equity Partners
Zach Dell and Justin Lopas, co-founders of Base, delve into their recent $200 million Series B funding, aimed at transforming the energy landscape. They share their vision for revolutionizing the power grid with vertically integrated battery technology. The duo recounts their experiences at SpaceX and Anduril, highlighting how these shaped their approach to innovation in energy. They discuss challenges within Texas's electricity market, their ambitious growth plans, and strategies for becoming a household name in clean energy.

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Oct 3, 2024 • 42min
Startup Series: Battery-Powered Homes with Base
Zach Dell, Co-founder and CEO of Base Power Company, aims to transform home energy services with innovative battery solutions. He discusses his entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration for Base, and the company's unique approach to distributed batteries in Texas. The conversation covers the challenges of clean energy, battery technology, and the importance of customer-centric models. Zach also delves into the significance of battery storage for grid support and the startup's strategy for affordability and reliability in home energy services.

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Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 13min
A clever new way to distribute storage on the grid
Co-founders Zach Dell and Justin Lopas of Base Power discuss their innovative approach in the Texas electricity market. They propose selling oversized home batteries to stabilize prices, provide backup power, and boost grid reliability. They highlight the use of latest battery tech for efficient grid storage and address challenges in integrating energy storage systems in residential areas, aiming to balance grid peaks and reduce arbitrage for grid stability.

Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 3min
Fed Minutes Signal Officials on Hold Until Inflation Improves
Spencer Soper, a Bloomberg News Technology and E-Commerce Reporter, dives into the explosive rise of Temu and how it’s reshaping the retail landscape. Zach Dell, CEO of Base Power Company, discusses innovative home energy solutions amidst challenges in the Texas power grid. Vineet Jain, CEO of Egnyte, shares insights on how China tariffs are shaking up the enterprise tech market. Finally, JJ Kinahan, CEO of Tastytrade at IG, offers sharp market analyses and effective trading strategies. Tune in for a blend of tech, energy, and market dynamics!