Leaders in Cleantech
Leaders in Cleantech is a bi-monthly podcast hosted by David Hunt, founder of Hyperion Search.
Each episode features candid conversations with the founders, CEOs, and innovators driving the clean energy and mobility transitions.
We go beyond technology—diving into the human side of the journey. From early failures to funding wins, we explore what it really takes to lead: building teams, shaping culture, and navigating complexity in a fast-changing world.
This is a podcast about cleantech, but it’s also a podcast about leadership.
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📍 Topics: #Cleantech #Leadership #EnergyStorage #EMobility #SmartCities #Renewables #ClimateTech
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Leaders in Cleantech
Leaders In Clean Tech #156: Andrew Gilligan – Fluence
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Join David Hunt, host of the Leaders in Cleantech podcast, as he delves into the future of battery storage with Andrew Gilligan, Senior Director of Global Markets and Development at Fluence. In this episode, Andrew shares his journey from the solar industry to joining Fluence, insights about global storage markets, and the evolving supply chains required to support large-scale battery deployments. They discuss the economic and regulatory factors driving storage adoption, particularly in the US and Europe, and the role of battery storage in addressing growing energy demands and supporting AI data centers. Tune in for an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges, and opportunities in the cleantech sector.
00:00 Introduction to Leaders in Cleantech Podcast
00:43 Meet Andrew Gilligan: Senior Director of Global Markets at Fluence
01:21 Andrew's Journey in Clean Energy
05:17 Fluence's Role in the Energy Storage Market
11:56 Global Market Dynamics and Challenges
15:03 US vs. European Energy Storage Markets
21:09 Supply Chain and Regulatory Challenges
23:56 The Future of Energy Storage
25:51 Energized by Industry Resilience
26:28 AI and Data Centers: Powering the Future
27:49 Battery Storage Innovations
30:20 Global Market Trends and Opportunities
41:53 The Importance of Talent in Energy Transition
47:07 Future Outlook for Fluence and Battery Storage