Moderated by Abigail Wulf this panel will explore:

· Challenges and opportunities of building battery hubs to serve America’s automotive industry and consumer base

· Innovation and R&D to create the quality and sustainable batteries that the US needs

· Developing the necessary skills in the local labour force - drawing on and enhancing existing workforces

· What companies are driving the race to scale? Is the top tier of Gigafactory operators settled or will new players disrupt the market?