Powering the Future with Innovative Battery Solutions

Ever wondered what it takes to scale a battery manufacturing company from one gigawatt to five in just five years? In this episode of Leaders on a Mission, I sit down with Priyadarshi Panda, CEO of the International Battery Company, to explore the transformative power of energy storage technology.

Priyadarshi shares his vision of leading the global energy transition through manufacturing excellence and innovation. We delve into the company's ambitious goals, including scaling from one gigawatt to five gigawatts within five years, and their roadmap to reach up to 20 gigawatts in the next decade.

We also discuss the critical role of patient and collaborative capital in building long-term tech giants, and the importance of strategic, step-by-step execution in achieving these monumental goals. Tune in to hear how the International Battery Company is setting the stage for a sustainable future and revolutionizing the way we think about energy storage.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro 

00:43 Priyadarshi Panda’s Education and Career Journey 

06:40 Vision and Goals of the International Battery Company 

10:12 Designing for an Ignored and Neglected Customer Base

 16:18 Limitations of Current Battery Technology and New Approaches 

 23:00 Major Influences Shaping Priyadarshi’s Thinking 

 26:49 Pilot Facility in South Korea 

 29:58 Plans to Build a Gigafactory in India and Future Plans 

 33:07 Key Factors Contributing to IBC's Success