GDI raises additional $11.5 million in Series A funding led by Helios Climate Ventures to enhance EV battery anode production.
Amount Raised
$11.5 Million
Round Type
Series A
RochesterManufacturingInvestors
Description
Battery materials startup GDI has secured an additional $11.5 million in Series A funding to scale production of silicon anodes for electric vehicles. The funding was led by Helios Climate Ventures, Impact NY, and InnoEnergy, bringing the total Series A raised to over $20 million. GDI aims to improve energy density and charge times for EV batteries. CEO Rob Anstey stated that the funds will help expand production at their pilot plant in the Netherlands in the next 24 months.
Quick answer
Gdi raised $11.5 Million in a Series A round, dated May 19, 2025. Investors: InnoEnergy, Helios Climate Ventures and Impact NY. Gdi is based in Rochester, New York, United States.
- How much did Gdi raise?
- Gdi raised $11.5 Million in a Series A round on May 19, 2025.
- Who invested in Gdi?
- InnoEnergy, Helios Climate Ventures and Impact NY are named as investors in this round.
- What does Gdi do?
- GDI is advancing the world’s transition to an all-electric, sustainable future by developing and manufacturing next-generation 100% silicon battery anodes.
- Where is Gdi based and how big is it?
- Gdi is based in Rochester, New York, United States.
- Who are the decision-makers at Gdi?
- Fundz holds 1 contact at Gdi. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
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