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Brighte

Sydney, AU · 3 known investors

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Brighte provides point-of-sale finance and an easy payment platform for solar panels, batteries and home improvements, serving Australian households through a network of accredited solar and home improvement businesses. Founded in 2015, the company positions itself as a responsible lender focused on making sustainable energy solutions affordable.

CleantechEnergyFintech

Founders & leadership

KMKatherine McConnell
Katherine McConnellinCEO & Founder

Investors · 3

AirTree VenturesSydney · $132K – $16.5M
QualgroSingapore

Also in the syndicate · 1

CEFC

In the news

Efficient, Electric Homes: Market Acceleration Partner - Fully Optimised - Brighte - Energy Efficiency Councileec.org.au · Mar 2026Brighte secures $40m CEFC funding for home energy pushfintech.global · Nov 2025Solar finance startup Brighte locks in $195m via green debt facility — Capital Briefcapitalbrief.com · Jun 2024- Fintech & Energy Startup Brighte Raises $100 Million Fundingitmunch.com · Dec 2020Energy-focused fintech Brighte raises $18.5 million Series B led by Airtree Ventures - Startup Dailystartupdaily.net · May 2018Clean energy startup Brighte raises $4 million Series A led by Grok Ventures, Blackbird and Airtree invest in EARTH AI | by James | Mediummedium.com · Sep 2017

Frequently asked questions

What does Brighte do?
Brighte provides point-of-sale finance and an easy payment platform for solar panels, batteries and home improvements, serving Australian households through a network of accredited solar and home improvement businesses. Founded in 2015, the company positions itself as a responsible lender focused on making sustainable energy solutions affordable.
Who founded Brighte?
Brighte was founded by Katherine McConnell.
Who are Brighte's investors?
Brighte's investors include AirTree Ventures, Qualgro.
Where is Brighte headquartered?
Brighte is headquartered in Sydney, AU.