Printed Solar Secures $2.26M Grant to Scale Revolutionary, Fully Recyclable Solar Technology for a Circular Economy Future

Kardinia Energy is thrilled to announce a successful funding round, raising $2,260,000 to power the next phase of Printed Solar’s groundbreaking initiative. Printed Solar is at the forefront of innovation with its fully recyclable, printed solar technology that meets the critical energy generation needs of a circular economy. This funding represents a major milestone following successful commercial-scale trials, and it will accelerate the transition to full-scale manufacturing of this advanced technology. By using a specially developed ink to print energy on ultra-thin, flexible plastic sheet reels, Printed Solar is redefining solar power. These lightweight, transparent sheets—at only 300 grams per square meter—are not only a fraction of the weight of traditional silicon photovoltaic panels but can also be effortlessly applied to a variety of curved and flat surfaces, making solar energy accessible to more consumers and applications than ever before. Beyond its technical advantages, Printed Solar is set to address a pressing global challenge: around 770 million people lack access to electricity and 3 billion people remain without clean cooking fuels. With its unique approach that sidesteps the limitations of conventional supply chains and heavy materials, Printed Solar is positioned to offer scalable, economically viable solutions to enhance energy access worldwide. The recent infusion of capital will be strategically deployed to expand manufacturing capabilities, optimize production processes, and scale deployment efforts in underserved regions. Kardinia Energy remains committed not only to technological innovation but also to making a measurable social impact by empowering communities around the globe with clean, accessible energy solutions.