
JB Straubel
Co-founder and former CTO of Tesla. Founder and CEO of Redwood Materials, focused on lithium-ion battery recycling.
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Mar 9, 2025 • 1h 15min
Episode 501: Special Guest: Tesla Co-Founder JB Straubel
JB Straubel, co-founder of Tesla and CEO of Redwood Materials, shares his journey from building the first Gigafactory to pioneering battery recycling. He recounts fascinating stories from Tesla's formative days, including his collaborations with Elon Musk. JB discusses the challenges behind the Model 3 production and how recycling can enhance battery quality. With insights on sustainability and his ambitious plans for Redwood, he emphasizes the importance of a circular supply chain in the growing EV landscape.

Oct 7, 2021 • 1h 25min
Fantasy startup investing NFTs + former Tesla CTO JB Straubel’s Redwood Materials | E1299
In this discussion, JB Straubel, co-founder and former CTO of Tesla, shares insights from his journey of creating Redwood Materials, which focuses on lithium-ion battery recycling. He reflects on early Tesla challenges and the electrifying launch of the Roadster. The conversation also dives into the importance of sustainable battery technologies and localizing supply chains to reduce environmental impact. Plus, there are thought-provoking views on generational attitudes towards sustainability and innovation in the electric vehicle sector.


