Why is Form Energy, a Massachusetts-based battery startup, cashing checks and turning necks like it’s Sabrina Carpenter? To start with, the company has an impressive founding team. In 2017, Form was founded by several material science and engineering doctors, nuclear doctors and professors from MIT, alongside a former vice president of stationary energy storage at Tesla and the co-founder of the energy storage startup Aquion Energy. Together, they have more than 100 years of experience with batteries. Orennia's Aaron Foyer digs into the background of this energy storage company and the reverse-rusting process of its iron-air battery. Learn more in our latest Insights article⤵️ https://hubs.ly/Q02YVz8G0 #EnergyStorage #LDES #IronAirBattery #FormEnergy
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It is really funny and amusing to me the type of demands and attitudes I often encounter (to the later/immediate dismissals shortly thereafter) that upon first hearing about #CTPEnergy: the majority of persons so quick to dismiss me/CTP... demand or expect I already have fully functional and working zero-point energy generators, indeed, up to and including fully operational FTL capable #UFOs/#CTPcraft (without any #funding, #capital, or #investor support to present date) all while after 30 years odd later we still do NOT have commercially operating #fusion or #coldfusion systems for public use and public utility already deployed. "A new idea must not be judged by its immediate results." - Nikola Tesla (https://lnkd.in/e2Pkuc2Z) #newscience #skeptics #critics #whataboutisms
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Big moves in clean energy! Pacific Fusion just blew the doors off the funding game with a staggering $900 million Series A—led by none other than General Catalyst. This isn't just another startup; this is fusion energy—the holy grail of sustainable power. Co-founders Eric L., Will Regan, and Keith LeChien have stacked the deck with a team that reads like the Avengers of nuclear fusion, pulling talent from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, ARPA-E, and Sandia National Laboratories. Yeah, they're serious! What makes this round extra slick? It’s milestone-based. This is money with a mission—capital unlocked as they hit key targets, keeping things sharp, and ensuring progress is real, not hype. Pacific Fusion’s pulsed magnetic fusion approach is not only built on proven science but also strategically aligned with some of the biggest breakthroughs in fusion tech. General Catalyst said it best: "We had doubts... until we met this team." With a focus on modular, fast-iterating designs and a goal to outpace traditional fusion methods, these guys are pushing the boundaries—and their approach just might be the game-changer the energy sector has been chasing. With this capital infusion, Pacific Fusion is primed to turn sci-fi into reality. Clean, limitless energy might just be closer than we think. Congrats to the team on securing this milestone, and here’s to a future powered by fusion. #CleanTech #CleanEnergy #FusionEnergy #FusionTech #VentureCapital #StartupFunding #BigAssSeriesA #TechEcosystem #Innovation #Technology #ForwardProgress
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Fusion energy science has made remarkable progress in recent years, with advancements such as the use of hyper-responsive AI to sustain plasma. Numerous startups have emerged, raising hundreds of millions in private equity to bring commercial-scale fusion power plants closer to reality. However, many of the key breakthroughs in plasma physics and reactor engineering are still mostly driven by public funding. To accelerate the development of this game-changing technology, this article offers valuable insights into how public programs can be managed at the political level to speed up progress. It’s a fascinating read for anyone interested in the future of energy. A Public Path to Building a Star on Earth
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🔋🌍 In the realm of #EnergyTechInnovations, the world is witnessing unprecedented advancements that are fundamentally transforming our access and consumption of energy. Venture capital is playing a pivotal role, fueling a suite of trailblazing initiatives. These include 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗜𝗼𝗧 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, and 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗿-𝘁𝗼-𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, reshaping the energy landscape. The future of energy is also being shaped by breakthrough technologies such as Advanced Nuclear, Carbon Capture and Storage, and Lithium-Air Batteries. Let's spotlight some startups leading the way in these areas: 🔸 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝘂𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿: Terrestrial Energy is innovating with Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) technology, a significant evolution in nuclear power safety and efficiency. 🔸 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲: Climeworks, a Swiss-based startup, is developing direct air capture technology that can capture CO2 directly from the air and store or convert it. 🔸 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘂𝗺-𝗔𝗶𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: PolyPlus, a California-based startup, is pioneering Lithium-Air batteries that promise to revolutionize the future of electric vehicles. However, the path to a sustainable energy future is not without challenges. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀, and 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 are significant barriers. Yet, they also represent opportunities. As we continue to innovate, we'll find new ways to overcome these obstacles, driving down costs, improving efficiencies, and fostering widespread adoption. In the energy tech sector, the challenges are as real as the opportunities. But with each passing day, we're getting closer to a future where 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻, 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁, and 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 is not just a possibility, but a reality. #EnergyTech #VentureCapital #Innovation #FutureOfEnergy #Sustainability #StartupSpotlight Marvelous - the science catalyst firm U-Path Savia Ventures GlassDollar The Westly Group Assembly Ventures Corbiota
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An interesting read. Something I recommend everyone start to get a small idea about in order to understand the problems we face on this planet. The continual thirst for energy will require significant development in this area. The reality is that renewables will not be enough on their own. Nuclear and / or fusion will have to make up some of this. #Technology #EnergyConsumption #Fusion
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BREAKTHROUGH IN LASER FUSION: DIRECT DRIVE METHOD SHOWS PROMISE FOR COST-EFFECTIVE POWER PRODUCTION Learn about the groundbreaking "direct drive" method in laser fusion technology developed by researchers at the University of Rochester. This approach simplifies fusion energy generation by eliminating complex components, potentially revolutionizing future power production. Despite challenges, such as laser beam quality and energy absorption, the method offers promise for scalable and cost-effective fusion energy, supported by initiatives like the Department of Energy's funding efforts. https://lnkd.in/dPNF5RcE
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Oil based material for🔋… Bob Galyen explains during a fascinating panel discussion at Energy Disruptors a few days ago. Batteries as YOU know, have become the cornerstone of technological advancement, powering everything from electric vehicles to renewable energy storage. In this high-stakes competition, China has established itself as the dominant force, controlling a vast share of the supply chain for battery components and manufacturing. So I ask my panel - how can the West catch up? We discuss supply chain vulnerabilities, innovations in battery technology, DLE aka Direct Lithium Extraction, policy interventions, and the role of strategic alliances…amongst many things We EVen found time during our 26 minute session to answer several audience questions - including one about nuclear powered cars!😳 Chris Doornbos P.Geo, ICD.D - Founder | CEO | Director E3 Lithium, Amanda Hall - Chief Executive Officer & Founder, Summit Nanotech, and Bob Galyen - Global Battery Expert & Former CTO of CATL Link to FULL Panel Discussion👇 #battery #lithium #automotive #electricvehicles
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✨ How close are we to unlocking limitless fusion energy? 🌟 The race for clean, sustainable energy is heating up, and it's fueled by innovative startups like Tokamak Energy. Just recently, this pioneering company captivated investors with its unique egg-shaped reactor design, securing a monumental $125 million in funding! This impressive feat highlights not only the potential of fusion power but also how artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly vital role in managing the tremendous energy needs associated with these advancements. Tokamak Energy’s ambitious vision centers on harnessing the power of nuclear fusion—a process that could provide near-inexhaustible energy without the harmful waste associated with traditional fission reactors. Much like how AI technologies are thirsting for vast amounts of electricity to function optimally, fusion startups are leveraging this demand to push beyond the frontiers of current technology. Why does this matter? With concerns about climate change and depleting natural resources at an all-time high, finding alternative energy sources is pivotal. Fusion offers a potential solution that could transform our approach to power generation while addressing environmental challenges. As more capital flows into startup ventures within this sector, collaboration between corporations and these innovators becomes essential. By teaming up with bold thinkers and trailblazers in fusion technology, organizations can drive their own corporate innovation efforts while also contributing to a greener future. Are you interested in learning more about how collaboration can accelerate breakthroughs in clean energy? Don’t miss out—connect today! 🚀 Book a meeting: https://lnkd.in/dFYwmbHq #TokamakEnergy #FusionPower #CleanEnergy #CorporateInnovation #AIInEnergy #SustainableFuture #NuclearFusion #TechInvestments #GreenTechnology #StartupCulture Read more: https://lnkd.in/d_Tm5-3g
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✨ How close are we to unlocking limitless fusion energy? 🌟 The race for clean, sustainable energy is heating up, and it's fueled by innovative startups like Tokamak Energy. Just recently, this pioneering company captivated investors with its unique egg-shaped reactor design, securing a monumental $125 million in funding! This impressive feat highlights not only the potential of fusion power but also how artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly vital role in managing the tremendous energy needs associated with these advancements. Tokamak Energy’s ambitious vision centers on harnessing the power of nuclear fusion—a process that could provide near-inexhaustible energy without the harmful waste associated with traditional fission reactors. Much like how AI technologies are thirsting for vast amounts of electricity to function optimally, fusion startups are leveraging this demand to push beyond the frontiers of current technology. Why does this matter? With concerns about climate change and depleting natural resources at an all-time high, finding alternative energy sources is pivotal. Fusion offers a potential solution that could transform our approach to power generation while addressing environmental challenges. As more capital flows into startup ventures within this sector, collaboration between corporations and these innovators becomes essential. By teaming up with bold thinkers and trailblazers in fusion technology, organizations can drive their own corporate innovation efforts while also contributing to a greener future. Are you interested in learning more about how collaboration can accelerate breakthroughs in clean energy? Don’t miss out—connect today! 🚀 Book a meeting: https://lnkd.in/dFYwmbHq #TokamakEnergy #FusionPower #CleanEnergy #CorporateInnovation #AIInEnergy #SustainableFuture #NuclearFusion #TechInvestments #GreenTechnology #StartupCulture Read more: https://lnkd.in/d_Tm5-3g
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