Voltiris provides a patented spectral‑filtering photovoltaic module that can be installed inside greenhouse structures, transmitting 100 % of photosynthetically active radiation to crops while converting unused wavelengths into electricity. The system lowers peak greenhouse temperatures by up to 7 °C, cuts energy costs and CO₂ emissions by up to 95 %, and is offered as a turnkey, permit‑free Energy‑as‑a‑Service solution for commercial growers.
Funding
$5.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Greenhouse operators face high electricity costs and temperature management challenges while trying to provide optimal light spectra for crop growth. Conventional solar installations cannot be placed inside greenhouses without shading crops, and external energy sources contribute to CO₂ emissions and grid dependence.
Solution
Voltiris offers a patented spectral‑filtering photovoltaic module that fits inside greenhouse structures. The system transmits the full range of photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) needed by plants while reflecting the unused spectrum onto compact solar cells that generate electricity. By converting excess light into power, the solution reduces peak greenhouse temperatures by up to 7 °C, lowers energy expenses, and cuts CO₂ emissions by up to 95 %. Installation requires no permits and can be retrofitted or integrated into new builds, delivering rapid, turnkey deployment. An Energy‑as‑a‑Service model lets growers pay only for the electricity produced, eliminating upfront capital outlay and maintenance responsibilities.
Target Audience
Primary customers are commercial greenhouse growers and horticultural producers seeking to reduce energy costs, improve climate control, and increase crop performance.
Features
- Spectral filter co‑developed with 3M that passes 100 % of PAR while reflecting non‑essential wavelengths to solar cells
- Low‑concentration solar cells mounted behind the filter, delivering high PV efficiency without shading crops
- Dual‑axis tracking mechanism ensures consistent energy output throughout the day
- Modular, interior‑mounted design fits existing greenhouse frames and supports both retrofit and new‑construction projects
- Permit‑free installation and full project design, including electrical integration and commissioning
- Energy‑as‑a‑Service financing with no upfront cost and included maintenance
- Integrated heat reduction that lowers plant canopy temperature up to 7 °C, improving fruit weight, quality, and yield