Antora Energy

#GCxN alum Antora Energy is advancing #thermalbattery technology using materials that are safe, cost-effective, and widely available. By sourcing from domestic suppliers across more than 20 states, Antora is not only supporting local economies but also creating new markets. This approach demonstrates how #energyinnovation can deliver both technological and economic benefits. #GCxNInnovation #ResilientEnergy #DomesticManufacturing

On Wednesday September 10 at RE+, join Antora’s Head of Talent Ron Cuadro for an executive session on talent, retention, and workforce planning. Part of RE+’s exclusive Executive Experience, the interactive Q&A will cover strategies for building and sustaining high-performing teams as well as navigating an evolving talent landscape: https://lnkd.in/g6h_AJJh

“It’s a great feeling to think that one day my welds are going to be on a state-of-the-art technology.” In the latest video from BlackRock, Pete Cruz and Elijah Cruz share their paths to working at Antora, and how each thermal battery we make is crafted with care and precision. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/gMVWYnNz

We're proud to sponsor the 2025 Australian Renewable Heat Conference, presented by the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (A2EP) in Sydney next week. Meet Antora's VP of Business Development Ty Jagerson and learn how thermal energy storage can help Australian manufacturers cut costs and reduce emissions: https://lnkd.in/gzUV97ih

🌟 Unpack the Scale-Up Journey at #DCTINA25 Part 2: Series B+ - De-risking and Scaling Climate Tech Join us for an in-depth panel on navigating the critical next stage of climate tech growth - moving from pilot to commercial deployment while attracting the right investors and partners. What you’ll learn: 🔹 How to shift strategically from early-stage funding to commercialization 🔹 Expanding production capacity and growing a cross-functional team 🔹 Creating a pipeline of industrial projects with credible offtake partners 🔹 Leveraging equity, non-dilutive funding, and early project finance 🔹 Demonstrating a clear path to profitability and a long-term commercial model Featuring Series B+ leaders: Leah Ellis, Co-Founder & CEO, Sublime Systems Shreya Dave, CEO, Via Separations Parker Meeks, CEO, Utility David Bierman, Co-Founder & CCO, Antora Energy Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from founders successfully scaling climate-critical hardware technologies. 🔗 Secure your spot today: https://hubs.li/Q03CwLJX0 #decarbtechinvestnorthamerica #DCTINA25 #decarbconnect #hardtech #sustainability #investment #seriesb+ #derisk #scale #decarbonisation #climatetech #startup #strategy #policy #capital #industry #foak

Antora’s thermal batteries are made with safe, inexpensive, and abundant materials. We’re proud to source materials from dozens of domestic suppliers across 20+ states, keeping dollars in local economies and creating new markets for carbon-based materials from Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Wyoming. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/giTAyeHz

At our San Jose, CA factory, we’re building gigawatt-hours of thermal batteries per year, each one ready to deliver reliable energy to American manufacturers. Take a look inside the factory: https://lnkd.in/giTAyeHz

Elijah Cruz never thought he’d be working with his dad. Now, as a third-generation welder, he’s working alongside his father Pete Cruz building thermal batteries at Antora. Watch how Pete and Elijah are keeping the tradition of welding alive and helping build a new chapter of American manufacturing: https://lnkd.in/gMVWYnNz

At Antora, our thermal batteries are built by a team with deep trade experience and a shared commitment to building things that last. Each battery is crafted with care and precision by welders, machinists, electricians, and engineers at our San Jose, CA factory—opening new opportunities in the energy sector and delivering reliable power to American industry. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/giTAyeHz

From starting his career as a metalworker in the United States Marine Corp to his current role as a Senior R&D Technician at Antora, Pete Cruz has kept the tradition of welding alive. And now, he’s helping pass down the tradition to his son, Elijah Cruz, who is learning the craft as a Production Technician building Antora’s thermal batteries. “If you’re passing something down, you should keep the tradition of it alive—because that’s what makes it exciting.” Watch the full video from BlackRock: https://lnkd.in/gMVWYnNz