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Photon Vault

San Ramon, US · Founded 2022 · 2 known investors

Photon Vault develops a thermal energy storage system that banks heat energy—harvested from solar thermal power, industrial waste heat, or other high-temperature sources—in a proprietary custom-engineered composite material, then converts a temperature gradient into a pressure gradient to drive a standard generator. The system targets grid-scale energy storage to help offset the intermittency of solar and wind power and support decarbonization of electricity supply.

CleantechClimate TechEnergy

Founders & leadership

Photon Vault was founded in 2022 by Kentwell Lee McCormick.

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Kentwell Lee McCormickFounder and CEO
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John Lauge LanghusVice President, Legal & Company Secretary
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Andrew Charles ClarkChief Financial Officer
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Adrian Amir ReedVice President, Business Development

Investors · 2

Houston Angel NetworkHouston
New Leaf InvestChicago

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$300K disclosed across 1 round · 2023

▶$300KraisedJan 2023 · 3 investors · Other Energy
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • John Lauge LanghusExecutive Officer, Promoter
  • Andrew Charles ClarkExecutive Officer, Promoter
  • Adrian Amir ReedExecutive Officer, Promoter
  • Kentwell Lee McCormickExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Amount sold
$300K
Minimum investment
$25K
First sale
Jan 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2022
Federal exemptions
06b
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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Frequently asked questions

What does Photon Vault do?
Photon Vault develops a thermal energy storage system that banks heat energy—harvested from solar thermal power, industrial waste heat, or other high-temperature sources—in a proprietary custom-engineered composite material, then converts a temperature gradient into a pressure gradient to drive a standard generator. The system targets grid-scale energy storage to help offset the intermittency of solar and wind power and support decarbonization of electricity supply.
Who founded Photon Vault?
Photon Vault was founded by Kentwell Lee McCormick in 2022.
Who are Photon Vault's investors?
Photon Vault's investors include Houston Angel Network, New Leaf Invest.
How much funding has Photon Vault raised?
Photon Vault has disclosed $300K raised across 1 round.
Where is Photon Vault headquartered?
Photon Vault is headquartered in San Ramon, US.