Get to Know Us

Waste heat represents an enormous and largely untapped source of plentiful low-cost energy. MTPV was formed to unlock this clean energy resource, building upon the fundamental science of micron-gap thermophotovoltaics. We focus on meeting global energy demands more efficiently and effectively, fueled by clean energy technology. We are forward looking, developing technologies and solutions to support the well-being and prosperity of future generations.

Not Your Average Energy Company

As the team that discovered and demonstrated the MTPV effect, we are passionate about advancing the boundaries of clean energy solutions that build upon this breakthrough technology.

Semiconductor
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MTPV is the leading innovator in the near-field energy domain. Our intellectual property development continues to expand in support of our research, development, and product portfolio initiatives.

Our Priorities

MTPV’s 5 business priorities keep us focused as a team, aligned with our partners and customers, and in tune with the communities we work in.

  1. Be a leader in clean electric power generation using semiconductor materials to transform energy production.
  2. Help our clients reduce energy costs while improving their environmental footprint.
  3. Improve the communities in which we operate.
  4. Provide our employees respect and opportunity.
  5. Offer investors aggressive growth and fair return.

Environmental Impact x 3

By converting waste heat into electricity, MTPV not only creates clean power, we also directly reduce the temperature of industrial thermal emissions, a contributor to global warming and urban heat islands. Reducing that load from the grid reduces the grid’s CO2 and thermal emissions too.

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Our History

MTPV was established by founder Bob DiMatteo to continue the research, development, and commercialization of his innovations in micron-gap thermophotovoltaics technology (MTPV). Bob founded the field of MTPV, an enhanced means of directly converting heat or sunlight into electricity, based on his pioneering work at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Industry Recognition

Cleantech Group

Global Cleantech Top 100 – 2014

Cleantech Group

Cleantech Top 100 – 2014

The Global Cleantech 100 represents the most innovative and promising ideas in cleantech. Featuring companies that are best positioned to solve tomorrow’s clean technology challenges, Global Cleantech 100 is a comprehensive list of private companies with the highest potential to make the most significant market impact.

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SEMICON West

Top Pitch – 2013

SEMICON West

Top Pitch – 2013

SEMICON West is the flagship annual event for the global microelectronics industry. It is the premier event for the display of new products and technologies for microelectronics design and manufacturing, featuring technologies from across the microelectronics supply chain – from electronic design automation, to device fabrication (wafer processing), to final manufacturing (assembly, packaging, and test).

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TechConnect Innovation Awards
TechConnect

National Innovation Award – 2013

TechConnect

National Innovation Award 2013

The TechConnect Innovation Awards identify the top technologies as ranked by the TechConnect Corporate & Investment Partner Committee. Innovation rankings are based on the potential positive impact the submitted technology will have on a specific industry sector. Innovations are submitted from global academic technology transfer offices, early-stage companies, small business innovative research (SBIR) awardees, and government and corporate research laboratories.

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TechConnect Innovation Awards
WBT Innovation Marketplace

Best Venture – 2011

WBT Innovation Marketplace

Best Venture 2011

WBT Innovation Marketplace is an annual forum offering a prescreened collection of companies and intellectual property emanating from top startups, universities, labs and research institutions from across the country.

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National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Best Venture – 2010

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Best Venture – 2010

For over twenty years, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL’s) Industry Growth Forum has been the nation’s premier clean energy investment event. The Forum features presentations from 30 emerging clean energy companies, provocative panels, one-on-one meetings, and organized networking opportunities.

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US Department of Energy

ARPA-E Finalist – 2010

US Department of Energy

ARPA-E Finalist – 2010

US Department of Energy ARPA-E Finalist and invited to be an Energy Summit Exhibitor at all Summits.

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