The Battery Technology Podcast
thebatterytechnologypodcast 57 episodes Jun 4, 2026
The Battery Technology Podcast brings news, views and interviews from the global battery technology industry. It explores developments across battery materials, manufacturing, energy storage and electrification, with guests from industry and research. Episodes are aimed at listeners following innovation and commercial trends in batteries and related technologies.
Episodes
Episode 56 | Maximising Uptime and Charging Speeds with Niobium | Anna Wise | Nyobolt
As the world moves toward electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and portable electronics, the demand for faster, safer, and longer-lasting batteries continues to grow.
While materials like lithium, cobalt, and graphite often dominate the conversation, researchers and engineers are turning their attention to niobium—a versatile metal with unique properties that may help overcome some of the
Episode 55 | Digital Product Passports and their Relevance to the Battery Industry | Spherity
A key part of the EU's strategy in the battery sector is the introduction of the EU Battery Passport.
Successful implementation will rely on the development of a Digital Product Passport and the ability to access legacy data systems to populate the passport system with the information required.
How this will work is a fascinating topic and in this episode I am joined by Ricky Thiermann of Spherity
Episode 54 | AI and the Molecular Universe | SES AI
How AI is revolutionising the search and design of new battery material candidates is right at the cutting edge of material discovery for battery technology. The array of potential materials is huge, so how can AI help us navigate that and prioritise targets.
In this episode I am joined by Qichao Hu and Daniel Hannah of SES AI to explore how SES AI are developing advanced AI systems to explore the
Episode 53 | EU Battery Passport | Compliance, Technology and Opportunity
The 17th February 2027 is a very important date for any organisation involved in the business of batteries. It marks the date set for the introduction of the EU Battery Passport. A mandatory digital record, accessed through a QR code, of the key technical data across every stage of an individual batteries’ life for any battery above 2kWh capacity.
But the EU Battery Passport is more than just a co
Episode 52 | Advances and Innovation in Flow Batteries
Flow batteries are a technology that is coming of age. With a distinctly different electrochemistry from Li-Ion, they offer some unique advantages especially in the Long Duration Energy Storage sector.
Innovation in stack technology is allowing further advances in flow battery technology. In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Dr Laura Rizzi, CEO and Dr Fabio Di Fonzo, CSO of Flow-nano to
Episode 51 | The Dynamics of the Battery Recycling Market
Battery Recycling is a crucial part of the global critical minerals’ strategy. But the economics of recycling is complex and is inextricably linked to the dynamics of the battery technology sector as a whole.
In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Dr Beatrice Browning , Battery Recycling Technology Lead at Benchmark Mineral Intelligence to discuss how the battery recycling market is develop
Episode 50 | Navigating the Future - Prospects for a European Battery Ecosystem
We continue our deep dive into the prospects for Europe in developing a globally competitive position with the global battery market.
In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Philipp Wunderlich, Battery Technology Lead at Accenture to discuss the competitive issues facing the European battery ecosystem.
Speaker Notes:
Philipp Wunderlich, Battery Technology Lead, Accenture
https://www.linke
Episode 49 | Developing a Successful Battery Industry
Is there a road map for developing a successful battery industry and what lessons can we learn from the last 20 years that policy makers can learn from? What are the lessons for other local economies looking to nurture their domestic battery supply chains?
In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Christopher Chico, Editor of The Battery Chronicle to discuss the key issues in developing a comp
Episode 48 | Innovation in Materials Discovery
Materials discovery has been the propellant of many of the big leaps forward in the battery space. So the field of material engineering and how material design can be accelerated is right at the centre of solving many of the problems that battery material designers are wrestling with.
To explore the advances being made in this field, I'm delighted to be joined by Jason Sebastian, Executive VP of
Episode 47 | Advances in Battery Defect Detection Techniques
When things go wrong in battery manufacturing, it's often about production yield, quality performance and manufacturing control. The rapid detection of defects is pivotal to achieving high quality performance. And this matters not only in manufacturing bit also in future product safety and reliability in use.
To explore the advances being made in this field, I'm delighted to be joined by Dr Peter
Episode 46 | Latest Developments in 3D Lithium Metal Anodes
Lithium Metal Anodes are considered a key enabling technology to achieving batteries of far greater energy density than conventional Li-ion batteries. As always, with opportunity come challenges.
In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Dr Sandeep Unnikrishnan, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer at LionVolt to discuss the work they are doing to unlock the potential of Lithium Metal Ano
Episode 45 | Advances in Modular Batteries | Seth Yates | Turntide Technologies
Modular Batteries can provide a faster route to market for OEMs, and they are becoming increasingly important in the field of battery development.
Not every application requires a custom solution and in a rapidly changing technology space, modular batteries can provide real benefits.
In this episode I’m delighted to be joined by Seth Yates, Head of Product, Battery Systems at Turntide Technologies
Episode 44 | Innovations in Polymer-based Battery Technology | Bill Heathcote | Superdielectrics
A few weeks ago, I read an interesting article about a company using cross-linked polymer membranes, similar to contact lens materials, to develop batteries. with remarkable results.
It's quite a story, with huge potential.
Speaker Notes:
Bill Heathcote | Commercial Director | Superdielectrics
https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-heathcote/
Superdielectrics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/s
Episode 43 | Achieving Sustainability in the Battery Industry | Assheton Carter | TDI Sustainability
The Battery Technology Podcast | Episode 43 | Achieving Sustainability in the Battery Industry | TDI Sustainability
One of the subjects I’ve been wanting to explore in more depth is the concept of sustainability. Just how does an industry that requires the extraction of metals and minerals, come to terms with achieving this in a sustainable way.
In this episode I’m delighted to be joined by Asshet
Episode 42 | Advances in Practical Battery Circularity | William Bergh | Cling Systems
The concept of circularity is central to the global Net Zero objective. Ensuring batteries are directed to their best use after serving their original purpose, when up to 80% of their energy capacity is still available, is critical to achieving to that goal.
But circularity won’t happen by itself – potential buyers and sellers need confidence in the market, with data, traceability and transparency
Episode 41 | Exploring Battery Thermal Safety | Ryan Spray | Exponent
Thermal Safety has always been a critical technical issue facing Battery developers and OEMs and the increase in larger more energy dense battery packs places even more emphasis on ensuring safety is managed effectively.
I'm joined by Ryan Spray, Principal Scientist ant Exponent to help me understand the root causes of thermal events and how they can be mitigated.
Speaker Notes:
Ryan Spray | Pri
Episode 40 | Global Trends in EV Adoption | David Leah | CRU Group
2024 has been a challenging year in the EV market. The mood seems more subdued as many car makers scale back their ambitious EV targets. But of course the real story is much more nuanced.
I'm joined by David Leah of CRU Group to help me understand the global picture of EV demand.
Speaker Notes:
David Leah | Senior Automotive Analyst | CRU Group
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-leah-b0307a305/
Episode 39 | Battery Material Prices: Markets, Dynamics and Outlook | William Adams | Fastmarkets
As the New Year begins, its a good time to review Battery Material prices and understand a little more about the underlying dynamics that influence the market.
To do this I'm joined by William Adams, Head of Battery Markets research at Fastmarkets to explore the history, present and future of battery materials market sentiment.
Speaker Notes:
William Adams | Head of Battery Markets Research | F
Episode 38 | Northvolt | 6 Lessons for the Battery Manufacturing Industry | Opinion | Ken Davies
The descent of Northvolt into Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection came as a major shock to the battery technology industry.
Seemingly overnight Northvolt went from Europe's best hope of a globally competitive homegrown EV battery manufacturing play, to life support.
What are the lessons to be learnt from the Northvolt experience and do they sound the death knell for hopes of a European battery manufa
Episode 37 | Seeing the Invisible - Advanced Inspection Systems | Bernhard Mürkens | VC Battery, VisiConsult
Quality and Process control will be critical to delivering the yields and productivity that will be required to establish a globally competitive battery manufacturing industry.
A key enabling technology that allows battery manufacturers to generate the data and analysis to do that is Advanced Inspection Systems. In this episode we take a close look at the latest advances in this field and their cr
Episode 36 | How AI is shaping Battery 3.0 | Dr Austin Sendek | Aionics
The Battery Technology Podcast | Episode 36 | How AI is shaping Battery 3.0 | Dr Austin Sendek | Aionics
One of the groundbreaking technologies over the last decade has been the emergence of AI. It’s all around us making a difference to our lives. I wanted to learn more about exactly how AI is being harnessed in the Battery development field to accelerate the design and development process of ne
Episode 35 | 2024 in Review | Charlie Parker | Ratel Consulting
There’s a lot going on in the battery technology and manufacturing space at the moment. A lot of moving parts.
And as 2024 moves into our rear-view mirrors, its a good time to take stock of the year, fix our position and look for pointers as to what we can look forward to in 2025.
Speaker Notes:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlieparker-ratel-consulting/
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Episode 34 | Climate Control: Options for Reducing Heat Loss within Manufacturing | André Meyer | Munters
One of the challenges facing battery manufacturers is how to design and operate manufacturing facilities to minimise operational cost.
One major consideration will always be how to achieve the desired level of climate control, I spoke with Andre Meyer of Munters to discuss best practice and how battery manufacturers can help themselves by taking the necessary steps to minimise adding to the heat l
Episode 33 | Advances in Silicon-based Anodes | Jeff Helm | NanoGraf Corporation
Lithium-Ion batteries have become the portable power technology of choice, the problem is, energy density improvements are not keeping pace with the ever-increasing demand for performance, and that’s a problem.
One technology that has the potential to deliver a step change in performance is the development of silicon-based anodes, due to the far greater energy capacity of silicon compered to graph
Episode 32 | Listening to the Market | A Case study in Battery Product Development | Darren Brittain | Trojan Battery Company
In this series of podcasts, I often thought of the Battery industry as a whole, but in fact it is populated by individual businesses making individual product development decisions based on the needs of their market. And just how these businesses innovate is interesting. It’s also easy to concentrate on the EV market, but of course, the range of applications for batteries is enormous.
In this epis
Episode 31 | Exploring the Cost Drivers of Battery Manufacture | Aaron Wade | CRU Group
The Battery Technology Podcast | Episode 31 | Exploring the Cost Drivers of Battery Manufacture | Aaron Wade | CRU Group
I recently read a very interesting report describing the key cost drivers of battery manufacture, particularly in regard to Chinese manufacturing. How do they achieve the battery costs they do? and what are the lessons for US and European battery manufacturers.
In this episo
Episode 30 | The Future Role of Lead- Acid Batteries | Karen Pugliese | C& D Technologies
Lead Acid Batteries have been around for a long time. A very long time. And in a world excited by the opportunities with new battery chemistries, the ongoing success of Lead Acid batteries in energy storage can sometimes be overlooked.
In this episode I’m joined by Karen Pugliese, VP of Global Sales with C&D Technologies, a business at the very forefront of the storage of electric power to dis
Episode 29 | Advances in Lithium Refining | Nick Grundish | EnergyX
The Battery Technology Podcast | Episode 29 | Advances in Lithium Extraction | Nick Grundish | Energy X
As the global demand for Lithium grows, the need to maximise the efficiency of the Lithium extraction and refining processes intensifies. In this episode of the Battery Technology Podcast, we take a step back in the supply chain to look at how advances in refining technology are revolutionising
Episode 28 | Advances in Fast Charging Technology | Dan Alpern | Battery Streak
One of the big challenges facing the EV industry is charging, and specifically charging times. It’s one of the main pain-points that the industry needs to address in order to achieve mass scale adoption.
So any developments which holds out the prospect of a radical improvement in charging times is potentially very important.
In the episode I am joined by Dan Alpern, VP of Marketing at Battery Stre
Episode 27 | Battery Design from an OEM Perspective | Brian Dillard
We've spent a lot of time during this podcast series talking to businesses developing the next generation of battery technology. In this episode, we switch perspectives to that of the OEMs, the car makers.
How do they determine which battery electrochemistry to adopt. What are the main pain points OEMs are looking to overcome and when you're planning well into the future how is the electrochemist
Episode 26 | Exploring the Benefits of Porous Carbon | Northern Graphite Corporation
The challenges for Li-Ion Battery cell designers just intensify. Much of the low hanging fruit has been picked and attention now turns to ever more sophisticated solutions and material science to improve performance.
In this episode I am joined by Michael Grimm and Moritz Hantel of Northern Graphite Corporation to discuss the development of porous carbon and its role in improving conductivity in e
Episode 25 | Portugal - Using Europe's Lithium Deposits to build a Battery Ecosystem | Battery Cluster Portugal
The mountainous region of Barroso in Northern Portugal is sitting on buried treasure; one of Europe's most significant deposits of Lithium.
And a European supply of Lithium is a game changer for a continent committed to local supply of 40% of its consumption of strategic raw materials.
So how does Portugal maximise the opportunity? Does it simply become a supplier of raw materials to other economi
Episode 24 | Exploring Graphene based Advances in Battery Technology | Curtis Collar | Nanotech Energy
Graphene is a remarkable material which has long promised to revolutionise many industries. It is fair to say that the results haven’t always matched the hype. But in the battery technology field, it may well be different.
In this episode I am joined by Curtis Collar, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer at Nanotech Energy, for whom Graphene is at the heart of their battery innovation to discuss the
Episode 23 | Emerging Battery Chemistries and the Challenge for Climate Control | Cheryl Thibault | Munters
As the battery industry develops increasingly innovative chemistries aimed at improving both safety and performance, what does that mean for those controlling the conditions in the facilities that research, development and ultimately manufacturing is caried out.
In this episode I am joined by Cheryl Thibault, Global Product Manager at Munters, one of the world leaders in climate control solution
Episode 22 | Developing a Fully Dry Solid State Battery | Ben Eiref/Kevin Wujcik | Blue Current
In the latest of our conversations with those at the cutting edge of Solid-State battery design we are joined by Ben Eiref CEO and Kevin Wujcik CTO of Blue Current, based in Hayward, California, to discuss the journey from R&D to commercialisation of their solid state battery.
Starting with an objective to create a safe battery through to the emergence of a chemistry that promises a leap for
Episode 21 | Advances in Solid State Battery Development | John Tinson | Ilika
I’m fascinated by the developments that are taking place in the solid-state battery development field, but I want to understand more about what is really happening at the cutting edge of the solid-state world. Over the new two episodes we are going to take a deeper dive into the world of solid-state.
In this episode I am joined by John Tinson of Ilika. A UK based pioneer in solid state battery tec
Episode 20 | Developments in Sodium-Ion Battery Technology | Spencer Gore | Bedrock Materials
Many of our preceding episodes have focused on development in the Lithium Ion battery field, but of course Lithium is not the only alkali metal that lends itself to use as a battery material.
In this episode we explore the growing interest in Sodium Ion battery technology, and with the help of Spencer Gore, CEO of Bedrock Materials. we explore how Sodium Ion batteries may fit into the landscape of
Episode 19 | Exploring Advances in Graphite Technology | Vikram Handa & Sunit Kapur | Epsilon Advanced Materials
One of the critical materials used in Li-ion battery technology is Graphite. It has been the key anode material since the birth of the EV revolution.
In this episode we take a deep dive into Graphite, and with the help of Vikram Handa and Sunit Kapur of Epsilon Advanced Materials. we explore how Graphite is key to the global EV ecosystem.
Speaker Notes:
http://linkedin.com/in/vikram-handa-4a0642
Episode 18 | Advances in Recycling using Chromatography | David Sauve | ReElement Technologies
I'm always fascinated by the development of innovative processes to take end of life batteries and from them generate battery grade materials. Essentially, making finite resources, infinite.
In this episode we explore how ReElement Technologies are developing scalable and deployable purification and refining processes using chromatography at the heart of their solutions.
Speaker Notes:
David Sau
Episode 17 | Niobium as a Disrupting Element in Advanced Lithium-ion Batteries | Zach Bergman CBMM
One of the most intriguing aspects of the battery industry is the emergence of new enabling chemistries that can propel battery performance to the next level. In this episode we discuss the emergence of Niobium as a disrupting element in battery development and explore the role Niobium could play in achieving faster charging, higher energy densities and improved battery safety.
Speaker Notes:
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Episode 16 - How Digital Data is streamlining the interface between Battery Design & Manufacturing - Puneet Sinha - Siemens
There's a lot happening in the world of Battery chemistry. In this episode, we take a step further down the value chain and explore the how developments in digitalisation are helping companies design not just battery componentry but to optimise the manufacturing process through which they will be built.
Speaker Notes:
Puneet Sinha | Sr. Director, Battery Industry | Siemens Digital Industries So
Episode 15 - Latest Developments in Cathode Technology - Dr Mark Copley - FAAM
At the core of any battery system is the cathode. The positive electrode, Choices made in cathode chemistry determine much of the battery performance and is responsible for a majority of the cost elements of a battery.
In this episode we are joined by Dr Mark Copley, Research and Development Director of FAAM to discuss all things cathode. From basic principles to the next generation of cathode mat
Episode 14 - The Role of Resource Efficiency in the Demand for Critical Minerals - Julia Poliscanova - T&E
We hear a lot about the exponential growth of the market for EV batteries and the pressure that brings on the supply of critical minerals. But what about the demand side of that equation? Is inexorable growth a given, or are there opportunities that can be explored to mitigate demand?
Show Notes
Sponsored by Munters - Global leaders in energy-efficient air treatment and climate solutions.
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Episode 13 - Navigating the Energy Transition - The Outlook for the EV and Battery Industry - Max Reid - Wood Mackenzie
The end of the year is always a good place to take stock. In this episode, I am joined by Max Reid, Principal Analyst with Wood Mackenzie to discuss the EV Battery landscape as we close out 2023 and look forward to 2024 and beyond.
Show Notes
Sponsored by Munters - Global leaders in energy-efficient air treatment and climate solutions.
https://www.munters.com/en/
Sponsored by Vaisala - Accurat
Episode 12 - Understanding Battery Recycling - Tom Wadsworth - Li-Cycle
For an industry predicated on a concern for environmental issues, the ability to efficiently recover critical materials is fundamental to the perceived success of the transformation to electric power.
In the episode, we explore the work taking place in this field with Tom Wadsworth, Commercial Director, Europe with Li-Cycle, at the forefront of resource recovery processes for the EV battery market
Episode 11 - The Role of Testing in Developing Vehicle Battery Systems - Don Wright - Unico
The application of Testing and Instrumentation technologies is closely linked to the evolution of evermore powerful EV Battery Systems. In this episode we discuss the relationship between testing and battery development with Don Wright, VP Of Engineering of Unico, a leader in the provision of EV propulsion test stand systems.
Show Notes
Sponsored by Munters - Global leaders in energy-efficient a
Episode 10 - Advances in Battery Management Software - Dr Ian Campbell - Breathe Battery Technologies
In recent episodes of this podcast series we have concentrated on the advances in battery hardware, Developments in the anode/electrolyte/cathode system that will improve the performance of battery systems in the pursuit of increased charge speed. range and battery lifetime.
In this episode we focus on software, and how innovative software solutions can unlock the hidden performance in every batte
Episode 9 - Advances in Rapid Charging Technology - Doron Myersdorf - CEO & Co-Founder StoreDot
The issues of creating batteries that allow for extremely rapid charging, delivering range at a similar rate as fossil fuel refuelling is at the centre of creating the EV revolution.
The standard battery chemistry won't deliver this. Which means new innovative chemistries must be developed that provide the capacity for the extreme-fast necessary to make the EV revolution a reality.
I'm joined by D
Episode 8 - Understanding Climate Control in Battery Manufacturing - Jason Bettles - Munters
For battery manufacturers maintaining low humidity conditions is critical in the interests of both quality and safety of the batteries they produce. In this episode we discuss with Jason Bettles of Munters, the science behind controlling the environment in the manufacturing process.
Show Notes
Sponsored by Munters - Global leaders in energy-efficient air treatment and climate solutions
https://w
Episode 7 - Advances in Approaches to Battery Cooling - Dr Mohammad Moghimi
For battery manufacturers and end users the issue of cooling in business critical. In this episode we discuss some of the latest advances in cooling technology.
Show Notes
Sponsored by Munters - Global leaders in energy-efficient air treatment and climate solutions
https://www.munters.com/en/
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Episode 6 - Next Generation Battery Chemistries - Salil Soman - Sepion Technologies
In an earlier podcast we discussed advances in the rapidly developing science of anode technology. In this episode we take things a step further. I am joined by Salil Soman of Sepion Technologies, a California based battery materials company, at the forefront of replacing graphite anodes with lithium metal.
Show Notes
Sponsored by Munters - Global leaders in energy-efficient air treatment and cl
Episode 5 - Creating a Circular Battery Value Chain - Inga Petersen - Global Battery Alliance
As the growth of the Battery industry grows at an unprecedented rate, so do the demands on the resources needed to support it. This creates something of a challenge; How does an industry whose existence mitigates the risk of climate change manage its own impact on the world?
I'm joined by Inga Petersen, Executive Director of the Global Battery Association to discuss how the principles of circulari
Episode 4 - The Battle for Talent 2 - Richard Taylor & Koray Abatay - Freyr Battery
In a talent supply-constrained sector such as Battery Technology, the ability of an organisation to attract and retain the people they need is likely to be a predictor of future success.
In the second of our podcasts exploring the issue, I'm joined by Richard Taylor, VP of Talent Acquisition and Koray Abatay, Project Director of Freyr Battery in Norway to discuss just how, when the competition for
Episode 3 - The Battle for Talent - Chema Robla - Basquevolt
One of the major issues facing any growth industry is the supply of talent. But in an industry with the expected growth profile of the Battery sector, that issue takes on business-critical strategic importance.
I'm joined by Chema Robla, People Director of Basquevolt to discuss just how, in a talent constrained world, the battery industry can attract the people it needs to achieve its goals.
Episode 2 - Exploring Anode Technology with Tim Aanhane, LeydenJar Techonolgies
In Episode 2, we take a deep dive into the developing science of Anode development with Tim Aanhane of LeydenJar Technologies developing ultra-thin radical Si anodes
Episode 1 - A Strategic Overview of the Battery Market featuring John Shepherd of Batteries International
Welcome to the Battery Technology Podcast - your fortnightly exploration in the world of battery technology industry.
The global demand for battery capacity is rising at an inexorable rate. But how will the industry cope with the opportunities and challenges of meeting its objectives over the course of the next decade.
Join us every fortnight as we delve into the key issues, with help from invited
Introductory Episode
Join us for a brief introduction to the first dedicated Battery Technology podcast from your host Ken Davies
