Key Takeaways
- Voltiris secured $5.26 million (CHF 4.8 million) in seed funding to accelerate the commercialization of its proprietary spectral filtering technology for high-tech greenhouses.
- The funding round was co-led by EquityPitcher Ventures and 3M Ventures, joined by Satgana and prominent family offices.
- Voltiris targets the rapidly growing greenhouse market, aiming to enhance sustainability, energy independence, and decarbonization.
- The funds will support team expansion in Switzerland and the Netherlands, project execution in key markets, and further optimization of the company’s technology.
- Voltiris has completed 12 commercial projects, partnered with leading energy utilities, and earned recognition as one of the Top 100 Swiss Startups in 2024.
Voltiris Driving Sustainability in High-Tech Greenhouses
Targeting the Greenhouse Market
Voltiris, a leader in solar energy solutions for greenhouses, has raised $5.26 million (CHF 4.8 million) to propel the electrification of high-tech greenhouses. With a focus on the USD 60 billion global greenhouse market, Voltiris leverages its proprietary spectral filtering technology to enable efficient solar energy production while enhancing crop growth and resilience in light-sensitive crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers.
Strong Investor Backing
The funding round was co-led by EquityPitcher Ventures and 3M Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of 3M Company, and included participation from Satgana, a Climate Tech VC fund, along with family offices. The investment highlights broad support from key players in the cleantech and agrivoltaic industries.
Accelerating Commercialization and Expansion
Scaling Technology and Projects
The new funding will accelerate the commercialization and performance optimization of Voltiris’ spectral filtering technology, helping growers improve ROI while addressing energy independence and decarbonization challenges. The funds will also support the execution of confirmed projects in key markets and further reinforce Voltiris’ leadership in the agrivoltaic sector.
Expanding Teams in Key Regions
Voltiris plans to expand its teams in Switzerland and the Netherlands, bringing in additional expertise in agronomy, solar project development, and sales to support its growing operations.
Proven Technology and Industry Recognition
Successful Projects and Partnerships
Over the past two years, Voltiris has achieved significant milestones, including:
- Completion of 12 commercial projects with renowned growers across Europe.
- Partnerships with major energy utilities like Elektra Baselland and Romande Energie.
- Multiple industry awards that validate the company’s innovative technology.
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