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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Efenco, a company that's transforming the way we think about thermal conversion, explains how current technologies are outdated and fail to utilize the total potential energy contained in fuels, leading to significant energy waste.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...

What if we had energy insights to make smarter choices? Introducing Voltaware, on a mission to utilize electricity data to create more efficient, greener, reliable, and secure homes. With actionable energy insights, Voltaware empowers users to save energy and enhance comfort at home. In this conversation with Francois Gruber-Magitot, the company's Head of Partnerships and Business Development, we dive into how the technology works, the differences between European markets, and the impact the company will have. Listen to this episode if you want to hear from a real European with unique insights into various energy markets.

What if we could turn buildings into carbon sinks? Turns out - you can. We explore this revolutionary idea with Petri Laakso, the CEO of Soletair Power. Join us as Petri unveils the innovative technology that removes CO2 from buildings' air ventilation, making them not only more energy-efficient but even carbon negative. It's a fascinating conversation that delves into the transformative power of sustainable technology in our built environment. Learn how the tech functions, the positive health effects of lower CO2 emissions in buildings and the company's vision.