Behind the Power: Nick Grundish, VP of Battery Technology at Energy X

This week we sit down with Nick Grundish, VP of Battery Technology at Energy Exploration Technologies – an Austin-based start up driving innovation in lithium extraction and domestic battery materials.

Nick shares his journey from mechanical engineering to materials science, including his time working under the legendary John Goodenough, and how that experience shaped his path toward building breakthrough battery tech in the heart of the US clean energy movement.

We also explore life inside a battery tech startup, the realities of cutting-edge R&D, and what it truly takes to lead innovation in one of the world’s most critical industries.

A must-listen for anyone passionate about batteries, sustainability, and the future of clean energy.