The Future of Battery Tech: What's Next? As we enter a new era of electrification the question of “Where is battery tech going next?” has never been more relevant. With groundbreaking advancements in materials science, we're on the brink of revolutionary changes in battery performance, safety and sustainability, potentially revolutionizing fast-growing sectors, from passenger EVs and grid storage to other forms of transportation such as airplanes and ships. In the second article of our three-part series, Senior Consultant Benjamin Silcox and Partner Florian Mayr take an in-depth look at sodium-ion batteries, a new alternative to lithium-ion. #BatteryTechnology #Electrification #Innovation https://lnkd.in/g75k-JXZ
Apricum – The Cleantech Advisory
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A global transaction and strategy advisory firm dedicated to renewable energy and cleantech
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Apricum – The Cleantech Advisory is a global transaction and strategy advisory firm dedicated to renewable energy and cleantech. We serve our clients as their independent advisor to help them succeed in sectors including solar, wind, energy storage, e-mobility, digital energy and green hydrogen. Established in 2008, we have offices in Berlin (HQ), London, Paris and Dubai, and have a strong focus on Europe and the MENA markets. We support companies and investors in creating growth by developing winning strategies and executing corporate and project transactions. Apricum’s team of experts combines decades of industry experience in cleantech, consulting, and corporate and project finance with an in-depth understanding of renewable energy market dynamics.
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Hydrogen Startup with $100M Funding Fails. This serves as a critical reminder that innovation alone isn’t enough. Apricum's Senior Consultant Joseph Ciccone points out, turning visionary ideas into successful enterprises requires more than just groundbreaking technology. A robust business model, strategic market timing, and the ability to adapt are essential for long-term success. The journey from idea to implementation is challenging, and this example underscores the importance of balancing innovation with sound business practices. #Innovation #BusinessStrategy #HydrogenEconomy #Entrepreneurship #Startups
Hydrogen startup with $100m funding fails. Why? I’ll guide you through the main reasons that led to Universal Hydrogen's recent collapse. I've been involved in projects that have seen hydrogen companies raise $00’s millions. Yet, Universal Hydrogen's recent liquidation tells a cautionary tale. Founded in 2020, they aimed to revolutionize aviation: • Creating kits to retrofit aircraft with hydrogen-electric powertrains • Establishing a hydrogen distribution network to support aircraft They had a star founder... Paul Eremenko, former CTO at Airbus Plenty of funding... $100 million raised from a network of top investors Great traction... Successful test flight of a 40-passenger airliner So what led to their downfall? 1. Overambitious business model • Attempted to revolutionize both logistics and propulsion • Scope included a new hydrogen distribution system and drivetrain Broad focus stretched resources too thin. 2. Dependency on emerging markets • Success hinged on large, reliable green hydrogen supply • Uncertainty in certification for emission-free green hydrogen Sustainable business model dependent on underdeveloped infrastructure. 3. Macro conditions weren’t perfect • High interest rates and recession fears dampened investor enthusiasm • The upcoming U.S. election created policy uncertainty The market environment created hesitancy among investors. 4. Late adaptation attempts • Explored merger with regional airline • Considered retrofitting existing planes Flexibility came too late in the game. 5. Loss of confidence with investors • Last-ditch $20M deal with Saudi fund fell through • Clean energy investments seen as higher risk Initial $100M raised, but follow-on financing failed. Innovation alone can't guarantee success. A robust business model, market timing, and adaptability are crucial for turning visionary ideas into viable enterprises. Despite this setback, I firmly believe in the potential of both hydrogen and battery technologies for aviation. Universal Hydrogen's story shouldn't discourage innovation but serve as a key learning experience. -- Enjoy this? ♻️ Repost it to your network and follow Joseph Ciccone for more. Image credit: Universal Hydrogen
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Global #solar PV investments are expected to exceed USD 500bn in 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). That’s more than all other energy generation technologies combined! In comparison, fossil fuels and nuclear based generation are projected to reach USD 80bn each.
Partner at Apricum - The Cleantech Advisory | Strategy Consulting | DDs | Energy transition done efficiently
Follow the money, once again… Global #solar PV investments are expected to exceed USD 500bn in 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). That’s more than all other energy generation technologies combined! Overall, 0.8 out of 3 trillion USD total energy spending (which includes fuels and infrastructure) will be directed towards #renewableenergy technologies. #Energystorage, despite still being a rather young asset class, is already expected to receive USD 50bn. #Wind will reach USD 200bn. In comparison, fossil fuels and nuclear based generation are projected to reach USD 80bn each. Importantly, renewables projects further improved their profitability: Returns on investment capital increased by a whopping one-third in 2023 compared to the previous year. This was largely due to the declining costs of hardware such as solar modules and battery cells - which also means that the dollar increase in investment is even lower than the increase in capacities installed. All in all, the energy transition towards renewables in the power sector is in full swing. But with USD 1.1 trillion still spent on fuels (and just a fraction being low-emission) transport and heating continue to stay far behind. Source: World Energy Investment Report 2024 by the IEA. #alternativeenergy #sustainability #energy #energytransition #batteries #solar #solarenergy #solarpower
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The Apricum Team continues to grow. Join us in welcoming Henri Bittel as our new Project Manager. Previously a Senior Consultant at Eon Inhouse Consulting with expertise in integrated utilities, energy retail, and hydrogen solutions, Henri brings a unique blend of technical and strategic acumen to our consulting team. https://lnkd.in/eUPmkmRd #newstarter #energytransition #sustainability
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As we enter a new era of electrification, the question of “Where is battery tech going next?” becomes increasingly pertinent. With advancements in materials science and engineering, the future of battery technology promises enhanced performance, safety, and sustainability. These innovations have the potential to revolutionize fast-growing sectors, from passenger EVs and grid storage to other forms of transportation such as airplanes and ships. This insights piece, co-authored by Joseph Ciccone and Florian Mayr explores their potential impacts on the lithium-ion (Li-ion) incumbent, as well as the timeline for their development and commercialization. #BatteryTechnology #Electrification #Sustainability #Innovation #EnergyStorage #FutureTech https://lnkd.in/eS_GAxaQ
Navigating the future of battery tech: Solid-state batteries - Apricum - The Cleantech Advisory
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Welcoming Kyle Barth to the Apricum team as our new consultant, in the Berlin Office. Previously of ABB, Kyle brings extensive expertise in electrical equipment, electric utilities, and energy infrastructure to our strategy consulting team. We are excited about the valuable contributions he will make. Let's make a meaningful impact together. https://lnkd.in/erTCeuEh #newstarter #energytransition #sustainability
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Australian solar project with 2,671 mile undersea cable to Singapore gains environmental approval. The objective of the AAPowerLink project is to harness #energy from #solar panel farms in Australia’s reliably sunny Northern Territory, in an area known as Powell Creek in the Barkly region. This #renewableenergy will be stored in a nearby battery storage facility and then transmitted 24/7 to Darwin and Singapore via a high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission system. This includes 800km of overhead transmission to Darwin and 4,300km of subsea cables to Singapore. #energytransition
Partner at Apricum - The Cleantech Advisory | Strategy Consulting | DDs | Energy transition done efficiently
"The world's largest renewable energy and transmission project in development". -Name: "AAPowerLink" by developer Sun Cable -17-20GW of solar #PV + 36.4-42 GWh of #energystorage -4,300 km of 2GW HVDC subsea cable between Australia's Northern Territory and Singapore -Project would be capable of delivering up to 15% of Singapore's electricity needs; parts of the generated power would also be used in Darwin, Australia. -Status: USD 152 million of funding so far, proceeds will be used for development, commercial and engineering activities to get to FiD in 2027 I can't help loving these interconnector projects and truly hope economics pan out as intended. Finding ways to exporting electricity from places with abundant renewable energy resources (and space to convert it) in economically viable ways never lost its appeal to me. #alternativeenergy #sustainability #energy #energytransition
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The London Team. Empowering clients in the global energy sector to make the right decisions.
One other England team I'm proud of. We're (even) less fun to watch than the football team, but their dedication to clients, to excellence, to expertise, across our strategy consulting and investment banking, deserve recognition here. This is all to advance the energy transition for our clients. (One team, ten nationalities - and none won the Euros!) Thank you Apricum – The Cleantech Advisory's London team. Thank you Giovanni Sturiale, thank you Chris Bryan, thank you Richard Mazuski, Ph.D., thank you Lorenz Haberstig, thank you Valentin Matelot, thank you Christian Orr, thank you Cecile Mayorga Poati, thank you Despina Kavouna, thank you Ben Fulton, thank you Gabija Navickaite, thank you Ash Patel, thank you Clara Cheminade, thank you Daria Kuzmina.
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Introducing Daria Kuzmina, Apricum's new Project Manager in the London office. Daria brings a wealth of experience in integrated energy companies and industrial goods, with key skills in strategy design, business transformation, and decarbonization. With her background at Boston Consulting Group and Roland Berger, Daria is set to make a meaningful impact on our team and clients. Welcome to the team Daria. https://lnkd.in/ee5z3iGn
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Is the climate tech funding gap a myth? What if it’s less about the availability of capital, and more about the quality of companies? Apricum Partner, Charles Lesser discusses the challenges and dynamics of funding in the climate tech sector: https://lnkd.in/epKwN6rC? #ClimateTech #Investment #Sustainability #VentureCapital #IndustryInsights #Innovation #CleanEnergy #ProductMarketFit #OfftakeAgreements #IndustrialCapital utm_campaign=Climate%20Tech%20Newsletter&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--52y4V14OuoUctHXP5NfbdE4im6_H4Ko0MyQ-nlm0t7JVj7uYs0DVUKsFL7ihJ-XDElBD_E_ec4I0A3HU-9hWOr1VIag&_hsmi=315312625&utm_content=315312625&utm_source=hs_email
Is the climate tech funding gap a myth?
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