Top 10 Solar and Storage Start-Ups Revolutionizing the Industry
In the escalating urgency to transition to sustainable energy models, the spotlight has firmly shifted towards innovative solar and storage solutions. The commitment to reducing carbon footprints, combined with breakthroughs in technology, have created a new wave of start-ups leading the charge in the renewable revolution. Here are the top 10 start-up companies revolutionising the solar and storage industry!
Meggitt
MEGGITT is part of a group of companies that develop, own, and operate renewable assets and trade energy. The company are committed to leveraging technology, especially artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), to optimise the performance of solar assets. Innovation and excellence has led MEGGITT to position themselves as a premier partner for clients seeking to maximize the efficiency of their renewable energy investments. The use of AI and ML provide sophisticated insights and analytics for data-driven decision-making, aligning well with the growing importance of technology in the renewable energy sector.
Ortus Energy
Ortus Energy specialises in distributed energy projects, saving our clients money on their bills and creating energy security. Ortus Energy focus on reducing their electricity bills for businesses, local authorities, hospitals, and places of education. The company can assess the technical and economic feasibility of solar energy developments to identify the most cost effective and beneficial solution to meet clients’ needs.
EV8
EV8 provides the solutions to help businesses understand when and how to transition to electric vehicles (EV) and enhancing the opportunity of their assets. The company has created an end-to-end solution that helps customers through the process of education and purchasing of EVs, charge point installation and asset optimisation.
IVBOT
ivBOT is a leading provider of innovative solutions for green energy production and management. The company are dedicated in driving the transition towards a sustainable and low-carbon future by leveraging the power of technology and expertise in the energy domain. ivBOT is an Internet of Things (IoT) company that specialises in the energy domain. The company provide innovative solutions for green energy production, management, and optimisation.
Tractorbots
Agriculture and energy independence entwine in Tractorbots’ mission. Their solar-tracking robots move along crops, not just following the sun for optimal energy production, but also identifying and reporting plant health, irrigating fields, and even providing shade when necessary. This integrated approach not only maximizes land use but also minimizes the environmental footprint.
SolRecycle
When discussing a circular economy in the solar industry, SolRecycle’s ‘ReLive’ program is a key player. Their patented method deconstructs end-of-life photovoltaic panels, reclaims rare earth elements, and upcycles components to produce new panels. In a time where e-waste is a pressing concern, SolRecycle offers a sustainable solution that is both viable and vital.
Heliostorage
Heliostorage was initiated by a team of enthusiastic young engineers in 2012, with multiple product pilots being deployed before Heliostorage was officially founded in 2019. The overarching focus of the company is to contribute substantially to the goals set by the Paris agreement to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Heliostorage with it’s efficient thermal and battery storage products hope to contribute to one gigaton in emission reductions for their customers.
Unbound Energy
Unbound Energy provide solar as a service for businesses. The company aims to unlock the tenant landlord dynamic that prevents them from installing solar. Unbound Energy offer free installations for landlords and cheaper, cleaner energy for tenants as a part of contracts that begin from 3 years in length. Landlords improve their EPC rating for free and tenants contribute towards Net Zero goals.
Beyond Batteries
With a focus on redox flow batteries, Beyond Batteries delivers on the promise of a more sustainable energy storage paradigm. Their low-cost system, coupled with high energy density and a closed-loop recycling process, sets a new benchmark. This approach to energy storage not only makes renewable integration more feasible but also ensures a cleaner energy lifecycle from start to finish.
Sention
Sention Technologies are passionate about advancing cell intelligence to drive positive change in the solar industry. Our cutting-edge sensor technology enables rapid, non-destructive diagnostics of any electrochemical cell, including batteries, fuel-cells, electrolysers, and super capacitors. The focus of Sention’s technology is their cell intelligence platform. With this platform, Sention can capture and analyse large datasets using advanced analytical techniques, including machine learning, to provide valuable insights and predictions at any stage of a cell’s life cycle, from production to re-use and recycling.