PowerCo COO Sebastian Wolf on Unified Battery Cells, EV Market Challenges, and Innovation
In this episode, our guest speaker Sebastian Wolf, COO of PowerCo SE, discusses the company's role as a Volkswagen subsidiary focused on producing standardized battery cells, known as unified cells, for electric vehicles. He talks about the challenges and opportunities in the European battery market, including sustainability requirements, high labour and energy costs, and competition from Asian manufacturers. Wolf also touches on PowerCo's innovation efforts in battery chemistry and production processes and the growing adoption of EVs in Europe. If you are interested in learning more about batteries and connecting with industry experts, consider joining the BatteryMBA programme (htpps://battery.mba). Apply by 18th December 2024 for the upcoming January 2025 cohort. Hope to see you there!