Advancing Battery Innovation for a Power Grid Under Pressure w/ Arwed Niestroj

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most critical bottlenecks in the electrification revolution: batteries.
With the rapid explosion of AI and the data centers powering it, the strain on our power grid has never been greater.
Yet, beneath the surface, few realize just how challenging and intricate battery manufacturing really is – in a world where chemistry is king, precision is everything, and the tiniest defect can derail an entire product line.
My guest today, President and COO of Sakuu, unpacks why battery limitations dictate the lifespan of everything from EVs to smartphones, and what true innovation in manufacturing means for reshoring production and overcoming global cost barriers.