Recycling Power, with David Oudsandji (Voltfang)

How Energy Startups Can Scale Battery Recycling into a Climate Solution

Energy startups scale battery recycling by repurposing electric vehicle batteries into industrial storage, combining circular economy models, proven technology, and scalable infrastructure to reduce emissions and accelerate the energy transition.

Repurposing EV Batteries for a Circular Energy Model

Voltfang was founded at the intersection of innovation and sustainability, with a clear mission: give electric vehicle batteries a second life by transforming them into industrial energy storage systems.

Turning Battery Recycling into Scalable Infrastructure

By industrializing second-life battery use, energy startups can create reliable, cost-effective storage solutions that support renewable energy grids while reducing waste and raw material extraction.

Technology as the Foundation for Climate Impact

Advanced battery management systems, safety engineering, and performance optimization are key to making reused batteries viable at scale and competitive with new storage technologies.

Entrepreneurship Lessons from Climate Tech Founders

Building a climate-focused energy startup requires combining technical expertise, strong execution, and long-term vision—lessons shared by Voltfang’s co-founder, David, in this episode.

Why Second-Life Batteries Matter for the Energy Transition

Repurposed EV batteries help decarbonize industry, stabilize renewable energy supply, and prove that sustainability-driven startups can grow into impactful, scalable climate solutions.

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