Leap Forward

David Rusenko

What could happen if we electrified everything? Sam Calisch & His Mentor Saul Griffith

OCT 21, 202639 MIN

Description

In 2021, the book Electrify offered one of the most detailed, practical maps yet for America’s decarbonization. It went viral in climate & policy circles and helped shape the Inflation Reduction Act. Then one of its co-writers, Sam Calisch, took what he thought was the most impactful next step: start a company. Copper puts batteries on the grid by building them into home appliances, starting with an induction stove that plugs into a standard outlet. No electrician required. Today on the show, Sam and his co-writer and mentor Saul Griffith on the ideas in the book, the setbacks since, and what it will take to keep decarbonization moving, one kitchen at a time.