Revolutionising the Electric Vehicle Market with Martin Beaumont, CEO at Electric Green | Season Seven, Episode Eleven
Welcome to Season Seven of Conversations in Cleantech! From inspiring stories and words of wisdom, to financial foresight and investment insights: in this season, you can expect to learn all about the people and companies who are propelling us towards a greener tomorrow, with a spotlight on investing in a cleaner planet. In this episode, our host Nick sits down with Martin Beaumont, CEO at Electric Green, to discuss cleantech investing and the electric vehicle industry. Imagine a world where charging your EV is as simple as pulling into your driveway. Electric Green's innovative wireless charging technology aims to make that a reality. In this episode, we explore how wireless charging can be the game-changer for EVs, making charging effortless and accessible for all. But the road to clean isn't always smooth. Martin dives into the real-world challenges faced by cleantech companies, like securing funding and keeping up with rapid technological advancements. He also sheds light on the current investment landscape, highlighting the importance of strong business models to attract vital funding in the green sector. Discover why Martin believes wireless charging is the missing piece to unlock mass adoption of EVs and accelerate the transition to a cleaner future. 00:49 - Introduction to Martin 03:23 - Can you tell us more about your role at Electric Green and the company's innovative work in wireless charging?08:46 - What have been the biggest achievements of Electric Green so far? 10:32 - What challenges has Electric Green faced and had to deal with? 13:23 - What inspired you to work in the fast-paced cleantech sector? 15:00 - What valuable lessons have you learned at Electric Green that would be helpful for aspiring clean tech professionals? 16:48 - Given the current investment climate, what are your thoughts on how the investment in the sector looks at the moment? 18:52 - How do you see cleantech investment changing in the coming years? 20:50 - Given the limited funding available in the cleantech sector at the moment, what has your experience been like when seeking investment for Electric Green? 22:12 - What advice can you give to anyone listening who is currently seeking investment for themselves? 24:01 - Looking beyond investment, what are your predictions for the competitive landscape in the EV market? 27:25 - How do you see key challenges facing EV adoption evolving in the next few years, and what role will Electric Green play in navigating these challenges? 31:00 - What advice can you offer for people looking to enter the cleantech industry? Connect with your host, Nick McCullough on LinkedIn. Find your guest Martin Beaumont on LinkedIn. Thanks for listening to Conversations in Cleantech brought to you by Brightsmith. This is a Loaded Hype production.