Amprius Raises $25M to Commercialize Next-Generation Lithium Ion Batteries

According to the press release, “Amprius has raised $25 million to commercialize next generation lithium ion batteries leveraging Amprius’ proprietary silicon-based electrode technology. Major new investors include IPV Capital (Shanghai, China), Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers (Menlo Park, CA), and Qian Neng Fund (Wuxi, China). Also participating in this round are previous investors Trident Capital, [...]

OPOWER raises 50 mil from VCs

The press release states, “OPOWER, the leading energy efficiency and Smart Grid software company, today announced the closing of a $50 million strategic round of financing.  The round was co-led by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, with participation from New Enterprise Associates (NEA), OPOWER’s largest investor.  The investment will support OPOWER’s rapid [...]

Silver Spring Networks Announces $100 Million Financing

According to the Press Release, “Silver Spring Networks, a leading Smart Grid solutions provider, today announced the closing of a $100 million preferred equity round. The financing will be used for development of new smart grid applications, job growth and the continued expansion of Silver Spring’s global footprint. “We have a terrific opportunity to accelerate [...]