OffGridBox
Techstars '17Somerville, US · Founded 2016 · 11 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors
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OffGridBox provides integrated systems combining renewable energy generation and water purification for households and institutions such as health clinics and schools, including in humanitarian settings like refugee camps. Operating since 2016 with an initial pilot in Rwanda, it aims to give communities affordable access to clean water and renewable energy in the face of climate change.
Founders & leadership
OffGridBox was founded in 2016 by Emiliano Cecchini and Davide Bonsignore.
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Emiliano CecchiniinCo-founder & CTOHe has nearly two decades of experience in product and market development for sustainable utility solutions in off-grid and resource-limited settings.
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Davide BonsignoreinCo-founder & Global DirectorDavide Bonsignore studied Economics and International Development, and previously led companies working on renewable energy solutions, including solar panel design and systems for schools and hospitals in Africa. He manages the financial strategy and project feasibility for OffGridBox's operations in remote areas.
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Bas BerendsinChief Executive OfficerBas Berends spent over two decades in international diplomacy postings across Asia, Europe, and the Balkans before moving into renewable energy consulting and co-founding OffGridBox, where he led partnerships and business development for the renewable energy and water purification social enterprise.
Board
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Jodie WuBoard Chair
Investors · 1
Competitors · 3
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Frequently asked questions
- What does OffGridBox do?
- OffGridBox provides integrated systems combining renewable energy generation and water purification for households and institutions such as health clinics and schools, including in humanitarian settings like refugee camps. Operating since 2016 with an initial pilot in Rwanda, it aims to give communities affordable access to clean water and renewable energy in the face of climate change.
- Who founded OffGridBox?
- OffGridBox was founded by Emiliano Cecchini, Davide Bonsignore in 2016.
- Who are OffGridBox's investors?
- OffGridBox's investors include Techstars.
- Where is OffGridBox headquartered?
- OffGridBox is headquartered in Somerville, US.