Episode 46. Larry Richenstein on Battery-Free Power, Energy Harvesting & the Future of IoT

Описание: What if sensors, switches, and smart devices could run forever—without batteries, wires, or maintenance?

In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Larry Richenstein, Founder & CEO of WePower Technologies (GEMS), to explore how energy harvesting is redefining power itself. Larry shares his unconventional journey from law school to building global consumer electronics companies—and now pioneering battery-free technology that captures energy from motion to power IoT devices indefinitely.

The conversation dives into the physics behind GEMS energy harvesting, why battery-free design is critical for smart buildings and smart homes, and how magnet-and-coil systems can generate reliable power in milliseconds. Larry explains real-world applications—from leak detection and light switches to smart infrastructure—along with the challenges of early adoption, long sales cycles, and knowing when to pivot.

You’ll also hear hard-earned lessons on entrepreneurship, angel investing, capital discipline, leadership mistakes, and why curiosity is the fuel behind long-term innovation. If you’re interested in clean energy, IoT, smart buildings, or building technology that lasts decades instead of months, this episode delivers both vision and practical insight.

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