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Backed by Leonardo DiCaprio, YC alum SolarMente wants to help democratize solar power in Spain
Mar 13, 2024
Barcelona-based startup SolarMente, backed by Leonardo DiCaprio, aims to democratize solar power in Spain. They offer innovative solutions for widespread solar adoption in households and aim to reduce fossil fuel dependency and promote energy transition and EV adoption.
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- SolarMente aims to make solar power more accessible through subscription-based services in Spain.
- DiCaprio's investment in SolarMente reflects a push for sustainability and innovation in solar technology.
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Spain's Solar Energy Potential Yet to Be Fully Realized
Despite being one of the sunniest countries in Europe, Spain lags behind in solar energy generation compared to Germany and the Netherlands, partly due to past challenges like the sun tax. Startups like Solar Menté are now aiming to capitalize on this opportunity. By offering subscription-based energy management services without upfront costs, the company is making solar installations more accessible to homeowners. Solar Menté's strategic focus on individual houses instead of apartments, combined with services beyond solar panels like battery and EV chargers, positions it for significant growth in Spain.
