Solar Energy Technologies Office
District of Columbiaenergy.gov
Overview
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) is a government office that funds early-stage research and development in photovoltaics, concentrating solar-thermal power, and systems integration. Its goal is to improve the affordability, reliability, and performance of solar technologies to support the transition to a decarbonized U.S. economy. SETO provides funding through competitive solicitations, such as grants and prizes, to private companies, universities, national laboratories, and non-profit organizations.
Portfolio Companies
17
Website
energy.govInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expand Power Technologies, Inc. | Jan 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Gritt | Sep 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Tandem PV | Jun 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Smartville Inc. | Nov 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Leaptran, Inc. | Sep 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
