What is Ambient Photonics?
Founded in 2019, Ambient Photonics is at the forefront of developing and commercializing low light solar PV cells. These cells are engineered to generate power from a broader spectrum of ambient light, enabling a new generation of connected devices with enhanced design flexibility, performance, and sustainability. The company collaborates with leading global smart home and IoT device manufacturers, embedding its solar technology to offer superior design possibilities, performance, sustainability, and consumer convenience. Ambient Photonics aims to redefine the power source for an array of connected products, moving towards a future of endless power.
How much funding has Ambient Photonics raised?
Ambient Photonics has raised a total of $61M across 2 funding rounds:
Series A
$31M
Other Financing Round
$30M
Series A (2022): $31M with participation from Amazon, Ecosystem Integrity Fund, Future-Shape, and I Squared Capital
Other Financing Round (2023): $30M led by M7 Structura, I Squared Capital, Ecosystem Integrity Fund, Helios Capital Ventures, Regeneration.VC, Cthulhu Ventures, and Fine Structure Ventures
Key Investors in Ambient Photonics
M7 Structura
M7 Structura is a venture capital firm focused on the built environment, aiming to transform how infrastructure is financed, built, and utilized for better societal and environmental outcomes.
I Squared Capital
I Squared Capital is a private equity firm specializing in global infrastructure investments, with a focus on energy, utilities, transport, and telecom projects across North America, Europe, and high-growth economies.
Amazon
Amazon is a global e-commerce and cloud computing giant that invests in a wide range of technologies and companies, often with a focus on consumer electronics, logistics, and sustainable solutions.
What's next for Ambient Photonics?
With the recent major strategic investment and substantial overall funding, Ambient Photonics is poised for significant expansion and market penetration. The company's focus on embedded solar cells for IoT and smart home devices positions it to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable and self-powered electronics. Future developments will likely involve scaling manufacturing capabilities, forging deeper partnerships with device manufacturers, and further enhancing the power density and efficiency of their low-light harvesting technology. This strategic financing will be crucial in solidifying Ambient Photonics' position as a leader in the energy harvesting sector, driving innovation in connected device ecosystems.
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