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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:09 – Li-ion challenges
03:42 – Lignin for batteries
05:49 – How it’s done
06:37 – Lignode
08:15 – Ligna Energy
09:26 – Printing a battery
10:11 – Pros/Cons