Battery + Storage Podcast

In this episode, guest host Dan Anziska joins host Bill Derasmo for a conversation with Roger Miksad, president and executive director of Battery Council International (BCI). Miksad shares the history of BCI and explores its evolving role in the North American battery industry. This special episode covers key topics, including battery recycling, supply chain challenges, government policy, industry investment, and China's competitive position in the global market. Tune in to learn why continued investment and supportive policy are critical to the future of battery technology and manufacturing.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo interviews John Busbee, CEO and co-founder of Xerion Advanced Battery Corporation. Dr. Busbee discusses his transition from a 21-year career in the U.S. Air Force to advancing battery technology. The pair focuses on domestic manufacturing, the geopolitical aspects of battery materials, and sustainable and cost-effective battery solutions. Listen in to hear about the insights, challenges, and opportunities emerging in the battery world.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo sits down with Nis Benn, the visionary co-founder and chief commercial officer at Hyme Energy. Benn shares his unique career journey that led him to revolutionize grid-scale thermal energy storage solutions. They delve into the dynamic challenges and opportunities within the energy sector, exploring how policy shapes the adoption of renewables. Tune in to uncover the groundbreaking world of renewable energy stored in molten salt and be inspired by the future of sustainable innovation.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo welcomes Mike Hall, CEO of Anza Renewables. With more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry, Hall shares insights into the founding and growth of Anza in 2022. The discussion covers the importance of technology platforms, vendor relationships, and the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on market trends and challenges. Tune in to learn about Anza’s role in navigating procurement landscapes and the future of energy storage.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo is joined by Dr. Marco Terruzzin, the chief commercial and product officer at Energy Vault. Dr. Terruzzin shares his background in energy economics and trading, with experience in both the U.S. and China. He discusses how international experience and cross-cultural knowledge have expanded the energy sector. The conversation focuses on innovative energy storage solutions, including gravity and hybrid energy storage systems, and the increasing demand for dispatchable, emission-free resources. Tune in to learn about the priorities in energy storage and potential solutions.

Host Bill Derasmo welcomes Dr. Raj Talluri, CEO at Enovix. Dr. Talluri, who holds a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, leads Enovix in pioneering 100% active silicon batteries. These batteries address the limitations of current technology, especially in consumer electronics. The conversation covers Enovix's future plans, including a new factory in Malaysia, and explores the challenges and market demands driven by AI applications and the need for better battery performance in electric vehicles (EVs). Tune in to discover how Enovix's innovations are set to impact various industries.

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.

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo and co-host Josh Combs welcome Laurel Meeks, director of energy storage development at Duke Energy. Laurel leads a team of developers managing the strategy and project development of regulated microgrid and battery energy storage systems across Duke Energy's six states. The trio discusses Duke Energy's storage development strategy and approach across its service territories. Listen in to learn more about how Duke Energy is reimagining the grid of the future through smart, innovative energy storage investments.

In this episode of the Battery + Storage Podcast, host Bill Derasmo speaks with Alex Livingston, president of Joule Case. Alex shares his journey from studying mechanical engineering at the University of Idaho to co-founding Joule Case, a company specializing in the development of stackable battery systems. He explains that the idea for Joule Case was inspired by the limitations of electric vehicles, particularly regarding recharge time and range. The company's battery system, which Alex refers to as "digital fuel," is designed to be flexible and adaptable, and capable of functioning in a variety of applications, from powering a generator replacement to mobility and more advanced use cases. Listen in to learn more about Joule Case's battery technology and its impact on grid capacity.

In this episode, host Bill Derasmo chats with Laura Pagliarulo, the president of SolaREIT, a renewable energy real estate investment company. Laura shares her journey from environmental enthusiast to SolaREIT co-founder, and explains the often-overlooked importance of real estate financing in the sector. Listen in to discover the unique challenges developers face, from securing financing to managing interconnection risks and increasing costs, and how SolaREIT offers efficient solutions to these real estate issues.