In this ep[isode of the Climate Confident podcast, ITom Raffety sits down with James MacNaghten, the CEO of Caldera, to dive deep into the game-changing world of energy storage.
What’s special about Caldera, you ask? They're not just storing energy - they're reimagining it! We delved into Caldera's innovative thermal battery technology, and I was blown away. Imagine storing excess renewable energy in the form of heat! And get this – these batteries could play a pivotal role in supporting green energy transitions across numerous industries. James explained it all so brilliantly – trust me, you don't want to miss out.
Some golden nuggets from our conversation:
Caldera's unique tech can store energy at temps up to 300°C, serving industries like food, beverages & hospitals, amongst others!
Why don’t they go hotter, you ask? James gave us the lowdown on temperature bands, and the challenges of storing heat at ultra-high temps.
Plus, the chat on heat pumps and their role was an eye-opener!
On the design front, who knew vacuums and cylindrical shapes would play such a critical role in this technology?
But wait, there's more! We even touched upon the benefits of hydrogen in industries like steel-making, hinting at the vast potential of alternative energy solutions.