ClearSkies designs and installs scalable renewable microgrids that combine solar PV, energy storage, and electric vehicle charging stations for airports and their tenants.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Airports and their tenants often rely on grid electricity that can be costly, vulnerable to outages, and dependent on fossil fuels, while increasing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging and electric aircraft support strains existing infrastructure.
Solution
ClearSkies designs and installs modular renewable microgrids that combine solar photovoltaic panels, battery storage, and EV charging stations to supply airports with locally generated green electricity. The microgrid reduces operating costs by offsetting grid purchases and provides resilience through stored energy that can sustain operations during grid disruptions. Excess generation can be exported to nearby municipalities and businesses, creating an additional revenue stream. The integrated charging infrastructure supports passenger EVs, ground support equipment, and emerging electric aircraft, facilitating the transition to low‑emission aviation operations.
Target Audience
Primary customers are airport authorities and private airport operators seeking to lower energy costs, improve resilience, and support electrified aviation and ground transport.
Features
- Scalable solar PV arrays sized to match airport load and expansion plans
- Battery energy storage systems that deliver backup power and load‑shifting capabilities
- Multi‑type EV chargers for passenger vehicles, ground support equipment, and electric aircraft
- Independent power station architecture enabling on‑site generation and net‑metering of surplus electricity
- Integrated monitoring and control platform for real‑time performance analytics and remote management