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Natel Energy
Natel Energy is scaling sustainable, reliable, renewable hydropower through a combination of hardware and AI
About Natel Energy
Natel Energy is a pioneering company in the renewable energy sector, focusing on the development and deployment of high-performance, fish-safe hydro turbines. These turbines are designed for low head settings, making them suitable for a wide range of hydroelectric projects. The company serves clients in the energy sector, including utility companies and independent power producers, who are looking to upgrade old hydro assets or develop new projects that are both economically viable and environmentally sustainable.
Operating primarily in the renewable energy market, Natel Energy leverages advanced technologies such as satellite imagery and machine learning to provide accurate water discharge and quality forecasts. This enables smarter operations and planning for their clients. The business model revolves around selling their innovative turbine technology and offering analytics services that support efficient and sustainable hydroelectric projects.
Natel Energy generates revenue through the sale of their Restoration Hydro Turbines (RHTs) and associated analytics services. These turbines are not only cost-effective but also expedite the permitting and building processes, making them an attractive option for clients looking to implement renewable energy solutions quickly and efficiently.
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- Alameda, United States
- Employees
- 41
- Open positions
- 2
- Dealroom signal
- 41.0/100
- Industry
- Energy
- Sub-industry
- Clean Energy
- Sector
- Energy, Core AI, Hydropower, Sustainable Development Goals, Climate Tech, Renewable Energy, Hard Tech, AI Applications
- Technology
- Artificial Intelligence, Hardware
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FundingOther financing | Apr 2023 | $0 | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| SERIES BOther financing | Jul 2021 | $20M | $80M | Chevron Technology Ventures · Breakthrough Energy Ventures | — |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Natel Energy is 4K monthly website visits, up 100% over the last three months. Natel Energy's team grew 10.8% over the past year.
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Series A1 investor entered at this stage
Chevron Technology Ventures
Series B and later2 investors entered at this stage
Schneider Electric
Breakthrough Energy Ventures
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