About this episode

Jared Schnader interviews Dr. John Warner about the evolution of battery technology and its impact on sustainable transportation.

In this episode of "Transition to Zero," host Jared Schnader sits down with Dr. John Warner, Chief Customer Officer at American Battery Solutions. They explore the evolution of battery technology, the challenges and opportunities in the transit industry, and the future of sustainable transportation. Dr. Warner shares insights from his extensive career in the automotive and battery industries, discussing the importance of innovation and collaboration in driving the industry forward. Tune in to discover how American Battery Solutions is leading the charge in creating a cleaner, more efficient future. Show Notes: Title: Transition to Zero: The Future of Battery Technology with Dr. John Warner Introduction: Host Jared Schnader introduces the episode and guest, Dr. John Warner. Overview of Dr. Warner's background in the automotive and battery industries. Key Discussion Points: Dr. Warner's Career Journey: Transition from automotive to battery industry. Founding of American Battery Solutions. Battery Technology Evolution: Historical perspective on lithium-ion batteries. Current advancements and future potential. Challenges in the Transit Industry: Importance of safety, performance, and…

People in this episode

Host: Jared Schnader

Guest: Dr. John Warner

Topics covered

• battery technology
• sustainable transportation
• electric buses
• innovation
• collaboration
• workforce development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: American Battery Solutions, automotive industry, battery industry

Products: lithium-ion batteries, solid-state technologies, lithium-sulfur technologies

Places: transit industry

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