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Zach Dell

Co-founder of Base, an energy technology company with a mission to fix the power grid. Previously worked at Blackstone and Thrive Capital.

Top 5 podcasts with Zach Dell

Ranked by the Snipd community
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23 snips
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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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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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.
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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!
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Nov 21, 2024 • 46min

Base Power: The Modern Power Company

Zach Dell and Justin Lopas, co-founders of Base Power, bring their innovative vision to the discussion. They tackle the aging U.S. electric grid and unveil how their company is modernizing energy access through distributed battery storage. Exciting insights into the unique energy landscape of Texas reveal opportunities for integrating cutting-edge technology. They also compare traditional generators with home batteries, highlighting affordable, reliable backup solutions. The importance of assembling a skilled team in the energy sector rounds out the conversation.