Tristan Doherty, Chief Product Officer, LGES Vertech; Iola Hughes, Head of Research, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

This fireside chat examined how a fully integrated energy storage strategy can accelerate US electrification and support rising grid demand. The discussion focused on the rapid expansion of standalone storage, driven by shifting market conditions, data centre growth, and evolving US industrial policy. The session highlighted how vertically integrated system design, local manufacturing, and predictable regulatory frameworks are shaping investment decisions and long-term deployment.