Rondo
California, US · 3 known investors
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Dave Kumashirounlockedknows Pete von Behrens · together at U.S. Air Force (overlapped)
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Rondo Energy manufactures thermal batteries that store energy from renewable sources by heating refractory bricks to extreme temperatures, then discharge as industrial heat or power for manufacturing facilities. The company targets food & beverage, cement, fuel, chemical, and textile production with a cost-effective, zero-carbon alternative to lithium-ion storage.
Founders & leadership
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John O'DonnellinCo-founder & CEOJohn O'Donnell is co-founder and CEO of Rondo Energy, which manufactures thermal batteries that store renewable energy in heated refractory materials and discharge it as industrial heat for manufacturing. He has spent his career commercializing technologies across multiple industries.
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Pete von BehrensinCo-founder · Chief Technology OfficerPete von Behrens is the founder of Rondo Energy, which manufactures thermal batteries for industrial heat and power applications. Previously, he served as co-founder and chief technology officer of GlassPoint Solar, where he led product strategy and technology development.
Investors · 3
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2 people who came through Rondo went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Rondo do?
- Rondo Energy manufactures thermal batteries that store energy from renewable sources by heating refractory bricks to extreme temperatures, then discharge as industrial heat or power for manufacturing facilities. The company targets food & beverage, cement, fuel, chemical, and textile production with a cost-effective, zero-carbon alternative to lithium-ion storage.
- Who founded Rondo?
- Rondo was founded by John O'Donnell, Pete von Behrens.
- Who are Rondo's investors?
- Rondo's investors include Energy Impact Partners, Aramco Ventures, Breakthrough Energy Ventures.
- Where is Rondo headquartered?
- Rondo is headquartered in California, US.