In this episode, we talk with Iola Hughes from Rho Motion to discuss the rapidly evolving energy storage solutions market, lithium demand, and the impact of electric vehicles (EVs). Iola shares insights into the recent acquisition of Rho Motion by Benchmark Mineral Intelligence and delves into market data, growth projections, and the importance of lithium-ion batteries. We also explore grid storage, policy changes, and the future of the ESS market amid fluctuating lithium prices.

CHAPTERS 📖

(00:00) Introduction

(00:49) The Growth of Grid Storage & Lithium Demand

(03:22) Understanding the Energy Storage Market

(04:50) US Energy Storage Market & Policy Impact

(06:14) NextEra’s Massive Battery Pipeline

(11:48) Battery Tariffs & Their Potential Impact

(17:29) Lithium Demand from Energy Storage

(19:27) Sodium-Ion & Alternative Battery Technologies

(24:04) Global Battery Demand/China EV Forecasts for 2025

(29:05) Europe’s EV Market & Policy Challenges

(33:51) Plug-in Hybrids as a Transition Technology

(35:58) Tesla’s Full Self-Driving & Its Impact on EV Adoption

(38:29) Battery Supply Chain & Potential Constraints

(42:37) Energy Storage System (ESS) Trends & Form Factors

(45:18) Have ESS Battery Prices Bottomed Out?

(48:21) Renewables + Storage: Competing with Fossil Fuels?

(50:11) Recycling LFP Batteries: Viability & Challenges

(52:05) Tesla’s Battery Constraints & Market Realities

(54:11) Future of Energy Storage: Data Centers & Growth Projections

(57:15) Closing Remarks

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DISCLAIMER

NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH

Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com

Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein