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Marek Kubik, Managing Director at Fluence and a thought leader in cleantech, dives into the fascinating world of batteries. He discusses the flexible characteristics of different cell chemistries and current supply chain challenges. The conversation shifts to the pros and cons of various battery types, particularly for long-duration storage, and compares the emerging Irish market to Great Britain’s. Marek also highlights innovations in battery technology and the need for diversified energy solutions to meet future demands.

As the world of battery energy storage grows, so does the opportunity for strategic investment. Ben Guest has been investing in battery energy storage systems (BESS) since the beginning, and is the Managing Director and Lead Fund Manager at Gresham House New Energy - which has the largest BESS portfolio in Great Britain. Ben joins Quentin to discuss:The history and evolution of markets for batteries in GB.Which elements of the battery energy storage model are most mature (and which are lagging behind).Why floor price contracts don’t make sense from an investment point of view.The increasing complexity of specialist BESS optimisation.And, of course, where Gresham House fits into all of this.Gresham House is a specialist asset manager, implementing alternative investment solutions to support a more sustainable future. For more information on Gresham House, visit: https://greshamhouse.comYou can find Ben on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-guest-b158069/Modo is a leading voice in the world of battery energy storage. We provide transparency around BESS revenues, as well as unique research and analysis to help you get to grips with energy markets. To find out how we can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

Amit Gudka, the founder of Field, shares his insights on financing and building renewable energy infrastructure. He delves into the crucial need for battery energy storage systems to address global energy challenges and discusses Field's ambitious plans for rapid development in this sector. Their conversation highlights the growing investor appetite amidst volatile lithium prices and supply chain issues. With a vision for decentralizing energy, Amit also discusses homes becoming energy hubs, using renewable technologies to accelerate the transition to net-zero.

Ever wondered what goes into connecting a battery to the grid? Andreas Fritzsche (Managing Director) and Matt Paterson (Sales Director) from Ethical Power Connections Ltd. chat with Quentin, and lay it out step by step. In this episode they discuss:The role of an Independent Connection Provider (ICP).Common constraints in the connection process.What to take into account from an investment point of view.Supply chain issues in a post-COVID world.And, of course, where Ethical Power Connections fits into all of this.Find both Matt & Andreas on LinkedIn -Matt: linkedin.com/in/mattpaterson1Andreas: linkedin.com/in/andreas-fritzsche-b66967a8Ethical Power Connections Ltd. is a high voltage power engineering contractor. For more information on what they do, head over to: https://ethical-power.comPhase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

What does it take to build a successful startup in the energy storage space? Matt Allen, CEO and co-founder of Pivot Power, joins Quentin to share his insights into the future of energy storage and EVs, building big batteries, as well as a host of other lessons learned in life and in industry. The pair discuss:Why we need to move rapidly in the transition to net-zero.The dream of a distributed, lithium-ion equivalent to Dinorwig.How this relates to the electrification of transport.Building the battery that helps power Arsenal's Emirates Stadium.And why it's so important to bring everybody - colleagues, football fans, Matt's mom - along for the journey to net-zero. Find Matt on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matt-allen-318b426Pivot Power develop and build low carbon infrastructure. To find out more about what they do, head along to: https://www.pivot-power.co.uk/Phase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

In this episode, we discuss one of the most ambitious projects the world has ever seen. Harnessing the power of the Moroccan sun and transporting the subsequent electricity 3800 kilometers to Great Britain, Xlinks is building an interconnector project whose sheer size will eclipse anything else of its ilk. Project Director Richard Hardy joins Quentin to discuss:How interconnectors work.The technical challenges involved in building a project of this size.Getting multiple governments and countries on board.Why this project is only the beginning.And, of course, where Xlinks fits into all of this.Xlinks exists to capture the power of nature to generate a near constant, low-cost energy supply and connect it to the point of consumption in real time. To find out more about what they do, head along to: https://xlinks.co/Find Richard on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhardy92/Phase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

As our battery energy storage fleet continues to grow, we’re seeing more new faces enter the optimisation space. But how does a startup even begin to go about controlling battery energy storage systems? In this episode, Entrix’s founder Steffen Schülzchen joins Quentin to discuss:How to enter into battery energy storage optimisation.What non-physical trading means in reality.Navigating Elexon and the BSC.Building a startup in the energy storage industry.And, of course, where Entrix fits into all of this.Entrix is an optimisation and trading platform for grid-scale battery storage that accelerates the transition towards a clean energy future. To find out more about what they do, head along to: https://www.entrixenergy.com/Find Steffen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffen-schuelzchen/Phase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

Wind power is contributing more than ever before to our energy system. But what are the challenges surrounding the buildout and optimisation of our ever-growing offshore wind fleet? In this episode, Ørsted’s Bridgit Hartland-Johnson joins Quentin to discuss:What goes into building an offshore wind farm.How CfDs (contracts for difference) work.Why we need more battery energy storage to support our growing wind fleet, and the prospects for wind and BESS co-location.What the business models for wind and energy storage look like.And, of course, where Ørsted fits into all of this.Referenced in the episode:National Grid ESO - Future Energy Scenarios (https://www.nationalgrideso.com/future-energy/future-energy-scenarios)Ørsted develops, constructs, and operates offshore and onshore wind farms, solar farms, energy storage systems, and other infrastructure. To find out more about how Ørsted is helping to build the future energy system, head along to: https://orsted.co.uk/Find Bridgit on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bridgit-hartland-johnson-20250012Phase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

Bitcoin mining is one of the most controversial topics in energy right now. Its supporters believe that it has the potential to create new and flexible commercial avenues for energy infrastructure, while its detractors say that it’s a waste of energy that would be better used elsewhere. In this episode, Modo’s Chief Product Officer Nima Tabatabai joins Quentin to discuss:Bitcoin’s energy usage - past, present, and future.How bitcoin mining works.Potential opportunities for intermittent renewables.Long-term impacts on the energy industry.And, of course, why this topic engenders such strong opinions on both sides of the divide.Referenced in the episode:Bitcoin Mining Council Data Review - Q4 2021 (https://bitcoinminingcouncil.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2022.01.18-BMC-Q4-2021.pdf)The Bitcoin Mining Network: Energy and Carbon Impact (https://coinshares.com/research/bitcoin-mining-network-2022)Nima is a long-term bitcoiner and a co-founder of Optimize Infrastructure, a company sitting at the intersection of bitcoin mining, solar and storage. To find out more about what they do, head along to: https://optimizeinfrastructure.com/Find Nima on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nima-tabatabaiPhase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/

Energy management systems (EMS) help businesses and energy communities to reduce electricity costs and carbon emissions. At Modo, we tend to focus on ‘in front of the meter’ assets, but in this episode, Wattstor CEO Stephan Marty joins Quentin in conversation to discuss the following topics:What energy management systems do.Where they fit into the future energy system.Current trends in behind the meter.What energy communities are; why (and how) they’re emerging.And, of course, where Wattstor fits into all of this.Wattstor is a pioneer in energy management systems in the renewable generation, electric vehicle charge points and energy storage spaces. To find out more about what they do, head along to: https://wattstor.com/Find Stephan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanmarty/Phase by Modo is a media network dedicated to energy markets and energy storage in Great Britain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast. To find out how Modo can help you build the future energy system, check out: https://modo.energy/To keep up with all of our latest Insights, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modo-energy/