WattAnyWhere
WattAnyWhere is a Swiss-French cleantech startup that builds containerized Solid Oxide Fuel Cell generators converting renewable ethanol into clean, off-grid electricity for enterprise customers in EV charging, retail, oil and gas, data centers, and remote industrial sites.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2020
- HeadquartersSion, Switzerland
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What WattAnyWhere does
WattAnyWhere is a Swiss-French cleantech startup (founded circa 2020, headquartered at the Energypolis Campus in Sion, Canton du Valais, Switzerland, with a second office in Palaiseau, France) that builds containerized Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) generators converting renewable ethanol into clean, off-grid electricity. Its system integrates Elcogen's elcoStack® SOFC stacks (above 74% LHV stack efficiency), a Metacon/Helbio ethanol reformer, Watt&Well power converters, and optional Evyon second-life EV-battery buffering, achieving approximately 60% system-level electrical efficiency with no combustion, no moving parts, and no point-of-use NOx/SOx/PM emissions; a 30 m³ ethanol tank stores up to 100 MWh, enabling multi-day autonomy in a single parking-space footprint. The product roadmap runs from a 10 kW lab prototype (TRL 6 validated by Shell GameChanger) through a 22 kW unit in final certification (July 2025) to a 300 kW commercial genset under preparation.
The company targets enterprise B2B customers in EV charging, retail (e.g., E.Leclerc Valdahon), oil and gas (Shell service station pilot at Aire de Val Neuvy on the A10 in France), edge data centers, logistics hubs, and remote industrial sites, where grid upgrades are slow, constrained, or uneconomical. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales (quote-based, with a "Request More Info" lead form), channel partnerships (Shell GameChanger/StartUp Engine, Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE Lab, OIKEN, E.Leclerc, NHOOD), accelerator and ecosystem programs (Climate Collider for US market entry, Bpifrance Deeptech, France 2030, Top 100 Swiss Startup Award), and event-driven visibility (MIX.E, Autonomy Mobility World Expo). Revenue mechanics are anchored in hardware sales with an equipment-leasing option, and a forward ex-ante carbon-credit monetization lever via Veracity (SmartB) that appraises 250–600 tCO₂e reductions per generator per year and identified €168.9M in environmental collateral value across Europe.
WattAnyWhere has raised approximately CHF 5 million cumulatively across equity (CHF 1.3M pre-seed July 2022; CHF 2.2M seed June 2024 from Family Office Upperside, Kickfund, and a global angel syndicate), grants (FIT CHF 100k, Venture Kick CHF 150k, Innosuisse, Swiss Climate Foundation 2025), and a €400k BPI France PIRD loan. The 1–10 employee team is led by co-founders Didier Roux (Chairman & CEO) and Alexandre Laybros (Co-CEO & CMO), with Olivier de Bruijn (VP R&D Fuel Cell), Philippe Ruez (VP R&D Systems and Integration), and Patrick Brennan (CFO). The company is targeting a Series A in 2025/26 to commercialize the 300 kW genset and expand beyond its current Switzerland–France–US exploration footprint.
WattAnyWhere firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- WattAnyWhere
- Legal name
- WattAnyWhere
- Website
- https://wattanywhere.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2020
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- WattAnyWhere is a Swiss-French cleantech startup that builds containerized Solid Oxide Fuel Cell generators converting renewable ethanol into clean, off-grid electricity for enterprise customers in EV charging, retail, oil and gas, data centers, and remote industrial sites.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Where WattAnyWhere is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Sion
- HQ country
- Switzerland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
WattAnyWhere business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware sales (off-grid fuel cell generators): Primary revenue model is the sale of WattAnyWhere SOFC ethanol-fueled gensets (10 kW prototype, 22 kW unit entering certification, 300 kW genset in preparation), sold to enterprise customers for off-grid, EV charging, retail, data center, and industrial applications.
- Equipment leasing option: Leasing option for the WattAnyWhere genset noted as available versus high capex of solar + battery alternatives, providing a recurring/financed revenue path.
- Carbon credit monetization (via Veracity): Future/indirect revenue lever through Veracity (SmartB) ex-ante financing based on carbon credits generated by each generator (250–600 tCO2e per year per generator), providing collateral value tied to environmental impact.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | — | Quote-based / not publicly disclosed; leasing option available |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels8 records
WattAnyWhere product offering
Product offeringCore offering
WattAnyWhere provides a fuel cell-based, pollutant-free generator that converts renewable ethanol into clean electricity. The system pairs an ethanol reformer with Elcogen solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stacks to deliver 150-300 kW of off-grid, dispatchable power with no combustion and no moving parts, producing only biogenic CO2 and deionized water as byproducts. It is sold or leased to enterprise customers in retail, EV charging, oil & gas, data centers, logistics, and remote industrial sites as a primary or backup clean power source.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- WattAnyWhere SOFC Ethanol Genset (10 kW / 22 kW / 300 kW) Modular, containerized solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) generator that converts renewable ethanol into clean electricity with no combustion and no moving parts. Available in 10 kW prototype, 22 kW (in final certification) and 300 kW (in preparation) configurations, designed for off-grid and grid-constrained applications including EV fast charging, retail sites, oil & gas service stations, data centers, logistics hubs, and remote industrial sites.
- WattAnyWhere Genset Leasing Option Equipment leasing offering for the WattAnyWhere SOFC ethanol genset, providing customers with a financed alternative to outright purchase and to the high capex of solar-plus-battery systems.
Quantifiable outcome
- ~95% CO2e avoidance vs diesel gensets
- +11 more outcomes
Companies that use WattAnyWhere
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
WattAnyWhere technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration4 records
Feature8 records
WattAnyWhere partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
24 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- OIKENflagshipMajor regional energy provider serving the Canton of Valais, Switzerland. OIKEN has supported WattAnyWhere since the start — bridging key technical gaps, providing hands-on infrastructure access and stepping in with temporary power electronics. Live test outside the Sion lab using OIKEN's EV charging station validated the system's ability to deliver clean, stable energy for EV charging and marked passing of Shell GameChanger second toll gate.
- EvyoncoreNorwegian pioneer in repurposing EV batteries. Evyon's repurposed second-life batteries ensure WattAnyWhere's energy system starts reliably and act as a buffer, absorbing energy supply variations to maintain consistent, reliable performance.
- KiwacoreGlobal TIC leader (Dutch) with deep SOFC expertise. Kiwa provided risk analysis, mitigation, and design optimization guidance to validate that WattAnyWhere's clean energy system is inherently safe by design and fully certifiable for market deployment under global standards.
- CelectiscoreAdvanced engineering company specializing in fuel cells, electrolysis, and innovative energy solutions. Celectis has been engaged since WattAnyWhere's founding — providing essential support in test equipment, measurement, and system operation; co-participated in Innosuisse funding program; currently supporting design and development of the 12 kW prototype in their fully equipped laboratory.
- BlocalpscoreFrench pioneer (founded over 70 years ago) in aboveground fuel storage solutions. Selected to design and manufacture the initial container prototypes for WattAnyWhere's fuel cell-based power generator, covering compartment allocation, structural integrity, fire safety, ventilation, logistics, and aesthetic design.
- Shell (GameChanger Accelerator & StartUp Engine)flagshipWattAnyWhere joined Shell's GameChanger Accelerator focused on clean energy innovation at Shell Station Aire de Val Neuvy (A10 motorway, France). Collaborative journey progressed from Proof of Value to live Proof of Concept demonstration in October 2025 (12 kW renewable ethanol genset). Earlier (July 2022), WattAnyWhere also joined Shell's StartUp Engine program supporting innovative energy and mobility companies. Second toll gate passed in 2025 validated lab-scale PoC at TRL 6.
- Watt&WellcoreFrench power electronics equipment provider selected as supplier to deliver the majority of power converters essential for the electronic systems controlling WattAnyWhere's fuel cell technology.
- E.Leclerc Valdahon (supermarket)coreEnhanced partnership with E.Leclerc Valdahon (a notable store under one of France's largest retail chains). After a successful proof of value analysis, progressed to a signed proof of concept to demonstrate on-site application of WattAnyWhere's solution for cold chain, EV charging and energy resilience.
- Metacon (via Helbio subsidiary)coreMetacon's subsidiary Helbio provides the ethanol reformer system that converts ethanol into hydrogen-rich syngas for the WattAnyWhere SOFC system. Successful testing in Patras, Greece (May 2024) validated integration of the reformer with Elcogen's SOFC stack for the 10 kW generator prototype. Helbio previously delivered a smaller reformer system for the lab PoC in September 2022.
- Climate Collider Program (powered by Swissnex and Innosuisse)minorWattAnyWhere joined the 2024 Spring Edition of the Climate Collider Program, a startup exchange program bringing together five Swiss energy startups to Boston and Houston to engage with American counterparts, share perspectives, and explore US market entry strategies.
- ElcogenflagshipLong-standing partnership with Elcogen (Estonian-headquartered European SOFC manufacturer). WattAnyWhere uses Elcogen's elcoStack® SOFC technology, with stack-level fuel-to-electricity conversion efficiency above 74% LHV. Elcogen's stack is integrated into WattAnyWhere's 10 kW generator prototype and the wider SOFC system architecture.
- Dassault Systèmes (3DEXPERIENCE Lab)coreAccepted into the prestigious 3DEXPERIENCE Lab, providing access to a suite of innovative software supporting end-to-end process from customer requirements analysis to design, testing, and validation. Live demonstration of the WAW genset was later conducted at Dassault Systèmes' headquarters, powering an Alpine EV through an OIKEN charging station.
- Veracity (SmartB)coreCollaboration to mitigate carbon emissions in the transportation sector. Veracity provides financial services that appraise the environmental value generated by WattAnyWhere's solutions, validating emission reductions (250–600 tCO2e per year per generator) and enabling ex-ante financing based on future carbon credits. Phase One (May 2025) of the Environmental Collateral Monetization Program identified over 2M tonnes CO2 avoidance potential and €168.9M collateral value.
- Avere-FranceminorWattAnyWhere joined Avere-France, the national association for the development of electric transport and mobility (240+ members). Membership provides access to a wealth of resources to help reach French market and shared mission of boosting e-mobility.
- IncubAllianceminorWattAnyWhere joined the IncubAlliance incubator in France, supporting the company's development within the French cleantech ecosystem.
- The Ark (incubator in Valais, Switzerland)coreWattAnyWhere entered The Ark incubator in Valais, Switzerland. The Ark Foundation is a co-host of the Energypolis Campus alongside EPFL Valais Wallis and HES-SO Valais-Wallis.
- NHOOD (Startup Acceleration Program)minorReference to NHOOD Startup Acceleration Programs supporting WattAnyWhere alongside Shell in promoting their renewable ethanol generator for EV fast-charging.
- Pole Vehicule du Futur (PVF)minorIndustry cluster/competitiveness pole visible as a partner logo on the WattAnyWhere website, supporting the company's presence in the French mobility and vehicle ecosystem.
- FC LAB (Fuel Cell Lab)minorResearch/test partner visible as a logo on the WattAnyWhere website, supporting fuel cell technology development and validation.
- Essonne Developement / Essonne DéveloppementminorRegional economic development agency visible as a partner logo, supporting WattAnyWhere's presence in the Essonne region of France near its Palaiseau office.
- CimarkminorPartner logo visible on the WattAnyWhere website footer, listed as a sponsor/partner.
- CleanTech AlpsminorAlpine cleantech network/ecosystem partner visible as a logo on the WattAnyWhere website, supporting the company's presence in the Alpine cleantech ecosystem.
- EPFL Valais Wallis / HES-SO Valais-WallisflagshipAcademic partners at the Energypolis Campus in Sion, Switzerland. EPFL Valais Wallis hosts the GEM lab where WattAnyWhere delivered its Proof of Concept on September 14, 2022. Both institutions collaborate on R&D as part of the campus ecosystem.
- Energypolis CampusflagshipCampus in Sion, Switzerland where WattAnyWhere is located. Brings together EPFL Valais Wallis, HES-SO Valais-Wallis and The Ark Foundation to put new technologies into the hands of innovative companies.
Scale indicators14 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
WattAnyWhere competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bloom Energy: US-listed SOFC-based stationary power company selling fuel cell generators (Bloom Energy Server) to commercial and industrial customers for grid-independent clean power. Most direct global comparable to WattAnyWhere's SOFC architecture and enterprise GTM.
- Advent Technologies: Developer of high-temperature proton exchange membrane (HT-PEM) fuel cell systems for stationary and mobility applications. Comparable as a fuel-cell-based stationary power play targeting similar off-grid / hard-to-abate use cases, though using a different fuel cell chemistry.
Emerging players
- Ceres Power Holdings: UK-based solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology developer licensing steel-cell technology to OEMs for stationary power and other applications. Comparable SOFC stack IP licensor model and stationary-power focus, though primarily a technology platform rather than integrated generator vendor.
- SFC Energy: German-listed provider of hydrogen and methanol fuel cell solutions for off-grid, backup, and mobility applications. Comparable as a stationary/remote clean-power fuel cell vendor targeting similar industrial and commercial use cases with a different fuel vector.
Broad incumbents
- Ballard Power Systems: Canadian-listed incumbent in PEM fuel cells with growing stationary power offerings alongside its core heavy-duty mobility business. Comparable as a broader fuel-cell incumbent pursuing adjacent stationary power markets.
- Plug Power: US-listed hydrogen fuel cell systems provider expanding into stationary power and data center applications. Comparable as a well-capitalized fuel cell incumbent pursuing off-grid clean power at much larger scale, though anchored to hydrogen rather than ethanol.
- Cummins: Global incumbent in diesel and natural gas generator sets, power solutions, and increasingly hydrogen fuel cells. Comparable as the dominant incumbent that WattAnyWhere is positioning to displace in off-grid and prime-power applications.
- Generac: US-listed leader in backup power generators and increasingly energy storage systems. Comparable as an incumbent that WattAnyWhere competes against in commercial backup and off-grid power, with Generac increasingly moving into clean alternatives.
- Doosan Fuel Cell: South Korean supplier of solid oxide fuel cell stationary power systems, one of the largest global SOFC product vendors. Comparable as a scaled commercial SOFC competitor in the same product category as WattAnyWhere's planned 300 kW genset.
Others
- Elcogen: Estonian-headquartered SOFC stack manufacturer and WattAnyWhere's flagship stack supplier. Included as an ecosystem partner and adjacent competitor enabling comparable SOFC-based products across multiple end markets.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
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Profiles5 records
WattAnyWhere funding detail
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Funding rounds8 records
Investors8 records
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Frequently asked questions about WattAnyWhere
What does WattAnyWhere do?
WattAnyWhere provides a fuel cell-based, pollutant-free generator that converts renewable ethanol into clean electricity. The system pairs an ethanol reformer with Elcogen solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stacks to deliver 150-300 kW of off-grid, dispatchable power with no combustion and no moving parts, producing only biogenic CO2 and deionized water as byproducts. It is sold or leased to enterprise customers in retail, EV charging, oil & gas, data centers, logistics, and remote industrial sites as a primary or backup clean power source.
Is WattAnyWhere a public or private company?
WattAnyWhere is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was WattAnyWhere founded?
WattAnyWhere was founded in 2020. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is WattAnyWhere based?
WattAnyWhere is headquartered in Sion, Switzerland, in the Europe region.
How does WattAnyWhere make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Hardware sales (off-grid fuel cell generators) is the primary driver. The others are equipment leasing option and carbon credit monetization (via Veracity).
Who are WattAnyWhere's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bloom Energy and Advent Technologies. Emerging players are Ceres Power Holdings and SFC Energy. Broad incumbents are Ballard Power Systems, Plug Power, Cummins, Generac and Doosan Fuel Cell. Elcogen is listed as an others.
Does WattAnyWhere have an API?
No public API is recorded for WattAnyWhere.