SunDrive

company

Sydney-based solar technology company founded in 2015, specializing in the development and manufacturing of high-efficiency silicon solar cells using copper metallisation. SunDrive holds world records for solar cell efficiency and aims to commercialize its technology globally.

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Founded 2015

Solar Technology CompanyOEM/EquipmentDeveloper

Strategic Overview

Pioneering the use of copper in solar cells to replace expensive silver, aiming to significantly reduce manufacturing costs and improve sustainability.
Focuses on achieving and commercializing world-record solar cell efficiencies to drive down the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) for solar PV.
Aims to establish large-scale manufacturing capabilities in Australia to support domestic and international solar markets.

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Key People

Vince Allen

CEO & Founder

David Hogg

CTO & Co-Founder

Lachlan Blackhall

Chief Commercial Officer

Track Record

Deals Completed

Years Active

Notable projects: World record 26.41% efficiency for full-size silicon solar cell (2021), World record 26.81% efficiency for full-size silicon solar cell (2023)

Detailed Analysis

Technologies

Solar PV

Sectors

Energy TransitionUtilities

Geographies

Australia (2 deals)Asia Pacific

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