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Aquila

Backed by Blackbird · aquila.earth ↗

Head office
Sydney, Australia
Climate and energyDeveloper toolsSpace and defence

Aquila builds wireless energy systems that send power over long distances using light, known as optical power transfer. It says the technology can power drones, remote infrastructure and satellites without a physical connection.

Why it matters in Australia: Australian fund Blackbird has backed Aquila since its 2023 Seed round, and all four of its open roles are in Australia.

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