Company: Bloom Energy

Industry: Clean Energy

What: Bloom Energy Server – a solid oxide fuel cell that uses hydrocarbons to generate electricity on the site where it will be used.

Competition: The clean energy sector is booming with various companies trying many different technologies. The entry bar is restricted only by scientific imagination & funding. However, not all technologies have been proven yet, and not all are likely to be commercially viable. So, while it is easy to enter the sector, the bar for success is very high.

The company is more likely to face competition from solar, wind, and other proven clean energy technologies. However, solar and wind power have higher installation & operating expenses, driving up the unit cost of power. …read more

Popularity: 14% [?]

These days, a significant number of techies and professionals are quitting their jobs to realize their dream of doing something on their own while contributing to the society and country. With the UN council on climate controls reporting that glaciers at various places are melting much faster than they usually do and the whole world focusing on reducing carbon emissions, alternative energy is attracting a lot of attention and investment. This is resulting in a lot of start-ups choosing solar energy as a sector to do business. Not surprisingly, VC and PE funds are tracking this sector closely and quite a few of them are raising dedicated funds. …read more

Popularity: 12% [?]