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AmberWave

Salem, US · Founded 2010 · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors

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AmberWave develops Ultra-Thin Silicon (UTSi), a lightweight, flexible silicon solar cell and module technology that eliminates the heavy glass and aluminum of traditional panels. The company targets weight-limited commercial rooftops, off-grid and portable power, building and vehicle integration, and aerospace applications.

Founders & leadership

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Anthony LochtefeldExecutiveAnthony Lochtefeld leads AmberWave's development of Ultra-Thin Silicon solar cell technology. He brings engineering experience in silicon photovoltaics, semiconductor materials integration, CMOS fabrication, and substrate development, with over 110 US patents to his name.

Board

GM
George McNameeBoard director
AB
Allen BarnettBoard director
RF
Richard FaubertBoard director

Investors · 2

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$1.1M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2012–2021

▶$145KraisedFeb 2021 · 4 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Allen BarnettDirector
  • Anthony LochtefeldExecutive Officer, Director
  • George McNameeDirector
  • Richard FaubertDirector
Offering amount
$800K
Amount sold
$145K
Minimum investment
$25K
First sale
Jan 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$500KraisedApr 2017 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • ANTHONY LOCHTEFELDExecutive Officer
  • GEORGE MCNAMEEDirector
  • ALLEN BARNETTDirector
  • RICHARD FAUBERTDirector
Offering amount
$1M
Amount sold
$500K
First sale
Apr 2017
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$500KraisedJan 2012 · 7 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Richard FaubertDirector
  • George McNameeDirector
  • Allen BarnettDirector
  • Anthony LochtefeldExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$500K
Amount sold
$500K
First sale
Jan 2012
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2010
Federal exemptions
06
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Non-dilutive funding · 5 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
U.S. ArmyArmyPhase II2019$1000K
National Science FoundationPhase I2019$225K
U.S. ArmyArmyPhase I2017$147.8K
U.S. ArmyArmyPhase I2015$100K
National Science FoundationPhase I2012$150K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

Frequently asked questions

What does AmberWave do?
AmberWave develops Ultra-Thin Silicon (UTSi), a lightweight, flexible silicon solar cell and module technology that eliminates the heavy glass and aluminum of traditional panels. The company targets weight-limited commercial rooftops, off-grid and portable power, building and vehicle integration, and aerospace applications.
Who are AmberWave's investors?
AmberWave's investors include Adams Capital Management, TeleSoft Partners.
How much funding has AmberWave raised?
AmberWave has disclosed $1.1M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is AmberWave headquartered?
AmberWave is headquartered in Salem, US.