This Innovation Talk with the title “Addressing Risks in Supply Chains for Raw Materials and Components in Energy Storage Systems” was held by Francisco Berdasco Balbuena, Vice President Supply Chain at EnergyNest, who has more than 15 years of international experience in industrial manufacturing and renewable energy, with a focus on supply chain and operations.

The talk examined the risks and challenges in supply chains for critical raw materials and components essential to energy storage systems. Mr. Berdasco Balbuena highlighted geopolitical dependencies, supply bottlenecks, and strategies for securing reliable access to key resources. Beyond conventional risk mitigation, he presented innovative supply chain models and diversification approaches aimed at building resilience.

Drawing on his extensive expertise in procurement and partner networks, Mr. Berdasco Balbuena illustrated how robust and sustainable supply chains can strengthen energy system stability and support the broader transition to renewable energy.