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What if we create industrial heat differently? In this episode, we explore how SolidWatts transforms power-hungry industrial processes by enabling electrification for high-heat applications. By designing and building the world’s highest-performing Solid State Power Amplifiers, SolidWatts is changing how industries think about heat generation. We also discuss the unique journey of falling in love with a solution first and then finding the right problems to solve. Join us to learn about this innovative approach and the future of sustainable industrial heat.

What if we could use hydrogen everywhere? In this episode, we dive into how Neology is unlocking the potential of hydrogen through its innovative ammonia cracker technology. Using ammonia as an energy vector, hydrogen can be transported and transformed independently of where it's produced We explore the current hydrogen landscape, exciting applications across industries, and Neology’s ambitious scale-up plans. Tune in to learn how Aris and his team use their experience to deliver an important piece of the energy transition.

What if we could store energy in water? We explore how Aquabattery is transforming energy storage with its groundbreaking technology, which uses just table salt and water. CEO JJ shares how this affordable, sustainable, and safe solution reshapes large-scale energy storage. We also dive into JJ’s passion for running marathons and what it takes to keep pushing forward, even through the rollercoaster journeys of entrepreneurship. This episode covers how to start and scale a company, lessons on resilience, and what the future of energy storage could look like.

What if we could turn coffee waste into green chemicals? In this episode, I chat with Maciej Majchrowicz, a former VC investor turned operator, who is now transforming coffee waste into valuable green chemicals. Maciej shares the unique advantages of Ecobean's approach, emphasizing the importance of being a drop-in solution that seamlessly integrates into existing systems. We also explore how European coffee drinking habits are shaping their business scaling strategy.

What if we had all the necessary technology to drive the energy transition? In this episode, I speak with Benjamin, CEO of ecocoach. With a strong commitment to energy independence, ecocoach is at the forefront of developing efficient energy management solutions and pioneering battery storage systems. Benjamin shares insights on how they leverage technology to empower individuals, communities, and businesses to achieve true energy autonomy. Tune in to learn more about ecocoach and Benjamin's own fascinating journey.

What if we could supercharge the future with next-gen batteries? In the latest podcast episode, we explore how BTRY transforms the battery landscape by combining the advantages of supercapacitors and batteries. Grounded in cutting-edge European research, BTRY is pioneering a sustainable and reliable solid-state lithium-ion battery that can be charged in just one minute. CEO Moritz gives insights into the technology behind BRTY's products, his European journey that led to founding a start-up and the company's ambitious plans.

What if we could convert energy more efficiently? Kristjan, the founder and CEO of Efenco, a company that's transforming the way we think about thermal conversion, explains how current technologies are outdated and fail to utilize the total potential energy contained in fuels, leading to significant energy waste. We'll also dive into the unexpected connection between Tina Turner and his innovative approach to climate tech. Learn more about why the unknowns of the universe, from distant galaxies to the tiniest particles, hold secrets to combat the climate crisis.

What if we could make buildings greener? This is where aedifion comes in. The company offers a cloud platform to optimize building portfolios. In this episode with the company's CEO Johannes we discuss why he originally started the company, the challenges of scaling a climate tech company in a conservative industry, and how to manage uncertainty. Learn more about the impact that aedifion wants to have on the building sector and how they will save megatons of carbon.

What if we could use iron as a fuel? Enter RIFT (Renewable Iron Fuel Technology), a company that leverages iron powder to deliver reliable and fully renewable heat supply. This innovative process harnesses the circular nature of rusting and unrusting iron, marking a significant stride towards a cleaner, greener future. In the conversation with Iron Fuel Technology's CEO Mark, we delve into the working principle behind the technology and its applications across various markets. Discover what playing football has to do with running a start-up and how Mark and his team will transform industries with their tech.

What if we could turn CO2 into concrete? Good news: We can! This is one of the more hidden problems, but with a significant impact. Some studies say that concrete accounts for 8% of global carbon emissions. Carbonaide tackles this issue. They have developed a technology that utilizes and stores carbon dioxide in the precast concrete industry. The company is on an exciting scale-up journey. CEO and founder Tapio shares unique insights into the industry, his decision to spin off a company from the university and the company's ambition. If you want to know more about a powerful technology that...