Varentec
Transformational energy solutions

Utilities have delivered reliable low-cost energy for over 70 years. The challenge is to deliver improved energy security and sustainability – but without increased cost, a difficult task under current initiatives. Varentec is developing technology at the intersection of power electronics and the grid to deliver critical new functionality that can help utilities enhance and transform their power delivery infrastructure, while keeping costs low.

  • Maximize utilization of existing grid assets
  • Reduce need for new electricity infrastructure
  • Enable a self-healing grid with distributed intelligence
  • Transform the operation of new energy markets
  • Varentec funded by Khosla Ventures
  • Dr. Deepak Divan joins as President & CTO
  • ARPA-E awards Varentec $5m grant
  • DOE awards Varentec $2.2m grant