Photara
Latest round
- Seed
Last raised
- Aug 2025
Total raised
- $8M
Investors
- 8
About Photara
, formerly known as Aluminio develops innovative materials for solar technology. In August 2025, Photara Inc.Photara specializes in creating advanced solutions that reduce dependence on silver in solar cells by using more abundant materials like copper and aluminum. Their offerings are designed to boost efficiency in solar technologies, targeting solar panel manufacturers and renewable energy developers across North America and Europe.Operating a B2B model, Photara generates revenue through direct sales of advanced materials to solar manufacturers and potential licensing agreements. Transactions typically involve bulk orders for integration into solar cell production, supported by long-term contracts that ensure stable cash flow.
Who invested in Photara
8 investors across 1 round
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Funding rounds
Seed
Aug 12, 2025
Amount
$8M
Investors
Questions about Photara
Who invested in Photara?
Photara has 8 investors on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Photara raised?
Photara has raised 1 venture round. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Photara last raise money?
Photara's most recent round on record is a Seed, in Aug 2025.
What does Photara do?
, formerly known as Aluminio develops innovative materials for solar technology.
Where is Photara headquartered?
Photara is headquartered in San Carlos, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like Photara?
Among active investors with capital left to deploy, S2G Ventures, CAVU Consumer Partners, Gaingels and Alumni Ventures Group back materials companies at Photara's stage. Their profiles are linked below.
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