This week Robert is joined by Dimitris Psillakis, President & CEO of Mercedes Benz North America.

Sharing his insights into how Mercedes Benz, the world's first car manufacturer, are tackling the transition away from ICE vehicle manufacturing to electrification of their entire product range, Dimitris gives us a unique view into a leading brand at the forefront of this technological change.

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This week Robert is all by himself, but has a wealth of stories and things to talk about.

From busting more myths and HYPER fast charging, to burning Teslas and burying nuclear waste.

All the stories mentioned are linked below:

Nissan (Finally) Go All Electric

https://www.electrive.com/2023/09/26/europe-nissan-to-launch-new-evs-only/

Batteries are getting as cheap as chips!

https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/global-cell-prices-fall-below-100-kwh-for-first-time-in-two-years?mc_cid=ad17812806&mc_eid=1059c8382d

https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/electric-car-ev-battery-lithium-price-b2414865.html

NEW Electric Lambo!

https://electrek.co/2023/08/18/lamborghini-unveils-first-electric-car-lanzador-ev/

More Turbine FUD

https://climatecrocks.com/2023/01/20/one-more-myth-busted-no-wind-turbines-not-killing-whales-either/

Affordable Dolphins

https://electrek.co/2023/09/20/byds-affordable-dolphin-ev-japan-take-on-toyota/

SUPER, then ULTRA, now HYPER Fast Chargers!

https://www.electrive.com/2023/09/27/fastned-installs-400-kw-hypercharger-in-hilden/

Battery Recycling

https://electrek.co/2023/09/19/redwood-materials-expands-europe-acquiring-leading-battery-recycler/

End of the line for Volvo Diesels

https://transportandenergy.com/2023/09/25/volvo-to-produce-last-diesel-car-in-2024/

Volcano of Lithium

https://carbuzz.com/news/extinct-nevada-volcano-could-power-american-evs-for-decades

https://www.electrive.com/2023/09/14/possibly-worlds-largest-lithium-deposits-found-in-the-usa/

Finland's Nuclear Secret

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20230613-onkalo-has-finland-found-the-answer-to-spent-nuclear-fuel-waste-by-burying-it

LUCID's Desert Ops

https://electrek.co/2023/09/27/lucid-enters-new-territory-ev-manufacturing-plant/

Radical Morons

https://electrek.co/2023/09/13/15-tesla-vehicles-burned-down-group-radical-morons/

Electric Flight Dreams Soar

https://www.electrive.com/2023/09/22/zeroavia-closes-investment-round-led-by-airbus-barclays/

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In this episode, Robert meets Tom Jensen, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of FREYR Battery. He also holds an MSc in Finance and Economics from the Norwegian School of Economics. With a profound commitment to revolutionizing the energy landscape, Tom's leadership has propelled FREYR to the forefront of battery technology.

With a background in engineering and a passion for environmental stewardship, he steers the company towards eco-conscious innovations in lithium-ion and solid-state batteries. FREYR Battery has also recently redomiciled to the USA, where it hopes to expand even further.

Helen Czerski is a British physicist, oceanographer, and presenter for the Fully Charged Show. She is known for her expertise in fluid dynamics, particularly her research on the physical properties of bubbles and their impact on various natural phenomena.

Czerski has a strong passion for making complex scientific concepts accessible to the general public and her work has contributed to promoting scientific literacy and fostering curiosity about the natural world. In this episode, she drops in to talk about her new book 'The Blue Machine' which has already been featured as Radio 4's book of the week.

Bondi Energy retrofits multifamily and commercial buildings with heat pumps and other energy-efficiency equipment and is passionate about affecting positive change in the environment through energy-efficiency projects, co-founded by Belinda Gilbey and Aaron Graben. They are both based in Toronto, Canada.

Belinda is an entrepreneur with a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Ottawa. After working in the renewable energy sector she learned all about heat pump technology and saw the mass benefits. Aaron was originally one of Belinda's customers and after setting up Bondi together, he played a key role in establishing Bondi as a prominent player in energy-efficient retrofits for multifamily and commercial buildings.

Emily Pontecorvo is an accomplished American journalist renowned for her expertise in environmental reporting and sustainable energy. She also holds a Masters in Science Writing from MIT.

Emily is a staff writer at Heatmap News. Previously she was a staff writer at the nonprofit climate journalism outlet Grist, where she covered all aspects of decarbonization, from clean energy to electrified buildings to carbon dioxide removal.

In this episode, Robert and Emily discuss future hydrogen use, carbon capture, MIT, oil refineries, home electrification and US state policy.

Returning to the podcast today is the CEO of BC Hydro, Chris O'Riley. BC Hydro is the proud sponsor of FC Live Canada. With a strong background in engineering and finance, he navigates the complexities of power generation, transmission, and distribution.

O'Riley's innovative vision drives sustainable initiatives, emphasizing clean energy and environmental responsibility. To ensure a reliable supply of this critical product, BC Hydro is spending approximately $2.9 billion per year over the next 10 years to refurbish and expand its electricity assets.

Under his guidance, BC Hydro advances its role in shaping the province's energy landscape. O'Riley's dedication to public service extends beyond his role, fostering collaborations and community engagement.

Prof. Donald Sadoway is a prominent scientist renowned for his breakthroughs in materials chemistry and renewable energy. As a professor at MIT, he's acclaimed for developing the innovative "liquid metal battery," a potential game-changer in renewable energy storage.

His work has earned him prestigious awards and recognition, including membership in the National Academy of Engineering. Sadoway's pioneering research and commitment to sustainable energy continue to make a lasting impact on the field.

After seeing Donald's TED talk 'The missing link to renewable energy' from 2011, Robert has been a fan and is very excited to talk to him. They discuss all sorts of future battery technology including Donald's critical views on solid-state batteries. If you're a battery nerd, this episode is for you! You can watch the 2011 TED Talk on the link below.

James Carter is a mobility futurist, and thought leader with a LinkedIn following of over 60,000. He has rich experience in Automotive that spans 20 years and 3 different continents. James grew up in rural Australia around cars, raced go-karts and went on to join Toyota Australia following his studies at university. He now resides in Toronto, Canada.

James started Vision Mobility where he currently is the principal consultant in 2016. With the intention of becoming a shining light on 'New Mobility' by showing the direction that automotive and transportation will present in the future, with a focus on EVs.

In this episode Robert and James talk about the debatable growth of hydrogen, Toyota's short-lived relationship with Tesla, Ford's progression and more.

Henry Firth and Ian Theasby are the dynamic duo behind BOSH!, a brand that has taken the plant-based culinary world by storm. With their infectious energy, creative recipes, and a mission to make plant-based eating accessible and exciting, Henry and Ian have transformed the way people think about food.

Originally hailing from Sheffield, Henry and Ian's journey into the world of plant-based cooking began when they embarked on their own individual paths toward healthier living and have a huge social media following. They debuted the Carbon Zero Kitchen at Fully Charged LIVE in Farnborough and were a total hit and will be appearing at both the upcoming Amsterdam and Sydney FC shows.

In this episode, Robert and the BOSH! boys talk through their new book 'BOSH! Meat' In this episode, Robert has dared to cook one of the trickiest recipes from the book, vegan bacon.