The future of long duration energy storage is here

We are Elestor

With a focus on decarbonization and societal impact, we aim to revolutionize the energy system. In the process, we create green jobs and contribute to the creation of a resilient, clean and inclusive energy future. This energy transition, away from fossil fuels, will enhance both domestic and regional energy security and independence in an increasingly geopolitically complex world.

History

Elestor was founded in 2014 by Wiebrand Kout, an experienced scientist. Kout was convinced that he could invent a technological solution to one of society’s greatest challenges, namely climate change.

The following year, he was joined by physics graduate and seasoned businessman Guido Dalessi. Dalessi was impressed with Kout’s vision for a new, clean energy system with robust electricity storage at its core.

In 2021, international MBA and corporate change and growth expert Hylke van Bennekom joined the team, with finance wizard Pieter Pijper arriving in 2023.

As the team grew, Kout’s invention was fine-tuned, investment from some of the most forward leaning forces behind the energy transition was secured, and Elestor earned the respect and trust of both policy makers and the general public.

Vision

Elestor believes a clean and sustainable energy system, one that is robust and self-reliant and thus delivers energy security and independence, will soon be at the very core of society. Large-scale, long-duration and affordable electricity storage will be a cornerstone of such an energy system, in the form of bi-directional power plants that will replace current plants powered by coal, gas or oil.

The power of renewables coupled with electricity storage extends well beyond their ability to supply affordable electricity to households, transport and industry. Tomorrow’s inclusive energy system will also provide clean air in cities, stabilise global temperatures. It will thus help reduce the damage caused by natural disasters, and deliver economic prosperity that will arise from the thousands of green jobs in the energy sector and in the many new industries it will support.

The energy transition will unify the interests of the planet, the people and business’ desire for profitability, and it will exemplify corporate and societal purpose, which presently means it will become an essential part of national and regional total defense systems in a world that faces increasingly turbulent geopolitical conditions.

Mission

Reducing electricity storage costs to the absolute minimum will aid the creation of a new, clean energy system.

Elestor will do this in partnership with other players in the renewable energy industry, with committed, long-term investors, and with policy makers at both local, national and international levels.

This energy system will be based on three pillars:

One, renewable energy generated by solar and wind.

Two, large-scale, low-cost and long-duration energy storage that is robust and resilient, and thus ensures electricity is available also when there is no sun and wind.

Three, sophisticated micro-grid, electricity grid and hydrogen pipeline infrastructure that helps distribute clean electricity to those who need it, whenever they need it.

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