Scaling Long Duration Storage with James Larsen from e-Zinc

In this episode of Connect Into, Pantokrator’s Andre Shortell and Alex Moody speak with James Larsen, CEO of e-Zinc, about building a new category of long duration energy storage focused on resilience, affordability, and sustainability.James shares how e-Zinc’s zinc-based technology was born from an electrochemistry breakthrough—and why zinc’s low cost, safety profile, and supply chain stability make it an ideal material for 24-hour+ applications. The conversation unpacks how e-Zinc is replacing diesel generators with non-flammable storage systems, decoupling power and energy to drive down cost, and scaling through a combination of deep partnerships and strategic manufacturing.We also discuss:e-Zinc’s collaboration with Toyota and the impact of applying the Toyota Production SystemHow decoupling power and energy unlocks longer durationsThe company’s pilot deployments with the California Energy Commission and Toyota TsushoWhy the behind-the-meter market is an ideal starting point for long durationInvestor interest in resilience as a service—and what’s needed to scale globallyWith zinc as its foundation and a clear go-to-market strategy, e-Zinc is aiming to become a storage incumbent for the next phase of the energy transition.Thanks again, James!

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