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5B
Energy · Sydney, Australia · Founded 2013
Clean technology innovation powerhouse that accelerates access to low-cost, safely deployed, gigawatt-scale solar energy MoreLess
5B is a pioneering company in the renewable energy sector, specializing in the development and deployment of advanced solar energy solutions. The company serves a wide range of clients, including those in the mining industry, through strategic partnerships such as the one with Zenith Energy. Operating primarily in the solar energy market, 5B focuses on making solar projects more affordable, faster to deploy, and smarter in terms of technology and efficiency. Their flagship product, the 5B Maverick solar array, exemplifies their commitment to innovation and cost reduction. The business model revolves around providing turnkey solar solutions that include design, installation, and maintenance, thereby generating revenue through both product sales and service contracts. By accelerating the adoption of ultra-low-cost solar energy, particularly in regions like Chile through collaborations with companies like SolarMovil, 5B is positioning itself as a leader in the renewable energy landscape.
Keywords: solar energy, renewable energy, cost reduction, rapid deployment, mining industry, Zenith Energy, SolarMovil, 5B Maverick, turnkey solutions, innovation.
Company overview
5B company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- Sydney, Australia
- Employees
- 246
- Open positions
- 1
- Dealroom signal
- 78.7
Valuation & funding
5B funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRANTOther financing | Jul 2025 | $1.6M | — | State Government of New South Wales | ↗ |
| GRANTOther financing | May 2025 | $13M | — | Australian Renewable Energy Agency | ↗ |
| DEBTDebt | May 2024 | $17M | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| SERIES BOther financing | Dec 2022 | $13M | $97M | Artesian Capital Management · BP Ventures · The AES Corporation | ↗ |
| SERIES BOther financing | Jun 2022 | $19M | $78M | Artesian Capital Management · The AES Corporation | ↗ |
| GRANTOther financing | Jan 2022 | Australian Renewable Energy Agency | ↗ | ||
| EARLY VCOther financing | Jun 2021 | simon holmes · Artesian Capital Management · The AES Corporation · Malcom Turnbull | — | ||
| SERIES AOther financing | Jul 2020 | The AES Corporation | — |
Growth signals
5B website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for 5B is 21K monthly website visits, up 144.2% over the last three months. 5B's team grew 5.1% over the past year.
Hiring
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Comparisons
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Investors
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