Episode 8 – Securing the Skies: Powering Drones and Defending America with U.S. Battery Manufacturing explores the urgent need for domestically produced lithium-ion batteries to support America’s drone warfare and national defense strategies. Host William Hadala breaks down why UAS, ISR drones, and electric air vehicles rely on high-performance battery packs—and why these systems must be Made in the USA. We spotlight American Lithium Energy (ALE), a pioneer in safe, scalable, ITAR-compliant battery manufacturing, supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, Space Force, and prime contractors with advanced UAV energy solutions. Learn why energy sovereignty is now a frontline issue and how battery innovation is powering the next generation of unmanned systems, deterrence strategy, and homeland security. Whether you're in defense, aerospace, government contracting, or energy tech, this episode will energize your thinking. 🔋 Keywords: military drones, UAV batteries, drone power systems, lithium-ion, defense electrification, energy security, U.S. battery production, national deterrence, American Lithium Energy #TheWattHour #DroneTechnology #AmericanBatteryManufacturing #UAS #LithiumIon #DefenseInnovation #BatteryTech #UAVPower #NationalSecurity #ElectrifyDefense #MadeInUSA #EnergyResilience #AerospaceEngineering #MilitaryDrones #BatteryManufacturingUSA