Free Electrons
Overview
Free Electrons is a global open innovation program and accelerator that connects energy startups with leading utility companies from around the world. The program is designed to facilitate pilot projects, commercial deployments, and investment opportunities to accelerate the energy transition. It is not a direct investment fund but a platform for collaboration between startups and a consortium of utility partners. The program, which has run annually since 2017, has resulted in over 200 pilot projects and deals exceeding $132 million, including direct investments from utility partners.
Portfolio Companies
10
Website
freeelectrons.orgInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uali | May 2024 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Allye Energy | - | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Third Equation | Jun 2025 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| GridWrap, Inc. | Jun 2024 | Accelerator | Lead |
| Prezerv | Sep 2025 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Free Electrons based?
Headquarters information for Free Electrons is not publicly available.
When was Free Electrons founded?
Founding year information for Free Electrons is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Free Electrons have?
Free Electrons has 10 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Free Electrons's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Uali, Allye Energy, Third Equation, GridWrap, Inc., Prezerv.
What was Free Electrons's most recent investment shown here?
Free Electrons's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Prezerv in 2025.
What sectors does Free Electrons focus on?
Free Electrons focuses on Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Telecommunications & Networking, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Free Electrons focus on?
Free Electrons typically invests at the Early stage.