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Axion Power International is a publicly traded entity listed on OTC Markets under ticker AXPW (also referenced as AXPWQ), domiciled in the United States. Its firmographic record carries a 2003 founding year, a New Castle presence, and a legacy descriptor referencing "Advanced Lead Carbon Batteries," indicating an original business in energy storage technology. A 2014 capital raise of approximately $6.1 million is the only funding event on record.

The operating web property at axionpower.com, however, currently functions as a consumer content and affiliate marketing platform rather than a battery technology business. The site publishes editorial reviews and buying guides for residential solar and wind consumer products, including solar lights, ovens, cemetery lights, house numbers, and shingles, and discloses Amazon Associates affiliate participation. Revenue is generated exclusively through affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases routed via Amazon, with no proprietary products, no direct e-commerce, and no enterprise customers. The latest dated editorial content is from mid-2021, and all comparative financial metrics are reported as N/A, suggesting the public entity and the operating content site are either minimally active, dormant, or operating as a residual shell relative to the original lead-carbon battery business described in firmographics.

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Axion Power International is a public OTC-listed entity whose operating web property publishes Amazon-affiliate reviews of residential solar and wind consumer products for homeowners, with no active battery-technology operations visible in the data.

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Operating
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51–100
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HeadquartersNew Castle, United States
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New Castle
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
solar product reviews, consumer affiliate marketing, alternative energy guides, residential solar content, Amazon affiliate publishing
Industry3 codes
1Outdoor Lighting & Power (Headlamps, Batteries, Solar) Retail
CodeCRAMAAAGPrimaryYes
2Smart Energy Management (Meters, EV Chargers, Solar/Battery Monitors) Retail
CodeCRACAGAIPrimaryNo
3Outdoor Power Equipment Parts & Service Retail
CodeCRAIAIAEPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers444
SIC code1 code
  • Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply5200
Product category
Consumer product reviews and affiliate content
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1Affiliate Marketing Commissions
TypeAffiliate Referral
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The company operates as an Amazon Associate, earning commissions from qualifying purchases made through affiliate links embedded in product reviews. This is the primary revenue stream. No other commercial products or services are offered.

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Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations
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Axion Power International operates a consumer review and content publishing site that rates and reviews solar- and wind-powered consumer products for residential use. The site produces editorial reviews, buying guides, and educational articles on products such as solar lights, solar ovens, solar shingles, and cemetery memorial lights, and monetizes the content through Amazon Associates affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases.

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Axion Power International operates a consumer review and content platform focused on solar and alternative energy products for residential use. The company publishes expert reviews and ratings of third-party solar-powered consumer devices including solar lights (outdoor, Christmas, cemetery, house numbers), solar ovens and cookers, and provides educational content about solar technology. The platform functions as an affiliate marketing site, earning commissions from qualifying purchases through Amazon Associate links. The product portfolio consists entirely of content and review services rather than proprietary manufactured products.

Product and service3 records
1Solar Product Reviews
CategoryConsumer product review content
Description

Editorial review and rating service covering solar-powered consumer products for residential use, including solar lights (outdoor, Christmas, cemetery, deck, house numbers), solar ovens and cookers, solar shingles, and related accessories. Content is published on AxionPower.com and monetized through Amazon Associates affiliate links embedded in each review.

2Wind Product Reviews
CategoryConsumer product review content
Description

Editorial review and rating service for wind-powered consumer products intended for residential use, including residential wind turbines. The line is positioned as an expansion of the site beyond its initial solar focus.

3Knowledge Base
CategoryEducational content resource
Description

Educational article library on solar technology basics, including how solar works, solar shingles, and alternative energy fundamentals, designed to support consumer decision-making before purchase.

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Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

The website operates as an Amazon Associate, earning affiliate commissions from qualifying purchases made through links to Amazon products. This is disclosed on the site: 'As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.' The partnership enables monetization of review content through product sales.

Recent move4 records

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Peers10 records
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Treehugger is a large sustainability-focused media publication covering green products, energy, and home solutions. Comparable as an established editorial platform serving eco-conscious consumers researching renewable home products.

TypeDirect peer
Description

CleanTechnica is a leading clean-tech news and review publication covering solar, wind, EVs, and renewable consumer products. Comparable as a content/editorial platform monetizing consumer interest in alternative energy products.

TypeBroad incumbent
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Wirecutter is the New York Times product review and recommendation site, covering home, outdoor, and consumer products including solar lighting. Comparable as an affiliate-monetized editorial review business; though broader in scope, the underlying business model is closely aligned.

TypeBroad incumbent
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SunPower is a large residential and commercial solar panel manufacturer and installer. Comparable as a residential-solar consumer brand operating in the same end market, though it is a manufacturer/installer rather than a content affiliate.

TypeDirect peer
Description

EnergySage is a consumer solar marketplace and education platform that connects homeowners with vetted installers and provides product reviews. Comparable as a content-plus-affiliate/lead-gen model targeting residential solar buyers.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Pick My Solar is a digital solar marketplace that facilitates residential solar panel procurement through an online platform. Comparable as an alternative-energy consumer acquisition funnel operating in the residential solar space.

TypeDirect peer
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EarthEasy is a sustainable living retailer and content site that reviews and sells eco-friendly home products including solar lighting. Comparable as a content-driven affiliate/e-commerce site serving environmentally conscious residential consumers.

TypeEmerging player
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GreenMatch is a UK-based comparison and review platform for renewable energy solutions including solar panels, heat pumps, and EV chargers. Comparable as a content/lead-gen affiliate site serving residential alternative-energy consumers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

SolarReviews.com is a consumer-facing review and comparison site for solar panels, installers, and related products, monetizing via lead generation and affiliate partnerships. Directly comparable as a content-driven affiliate site serving residential solar buyers.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Tesla Energy sells residential solar shingles, solar panels, Powerwall batteries, and related products. Comparable as a residential alternative-energy consumer brand in the same discovery-and-evaluation category as the products reviewed on Axion Power.

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Axion Power International

Consumer product reviews and affiliate contentaxionpower.com

Axion Power International is a public OTC-listed entity whose operating web property publishes Amazon-affiliate reviews of residential solar and wind consumer products for homeowners, with no active battery-technology operations visible in the data.

What Axion Power International does

Axion Power International is a publicly traded entity listed on OTC Markets under ticker AXPW (also referenced as AXPWQ), domiciled in the United States. Its firmographic record carries a 2003 founding year, a New Castle presence, and a legacy descriptor referencing "Advanced Lead Carbon Batteries," indicating an original business in energy storage technology. A 2014 capital raise of approximately $6.1 million is the only funding event on record.

The operating web property at axionpower.com, however, currently functions as a consumer content and affiliate marketing platform rather than a battery technology business. The site publishes editorial reviews and buying guides for residential solar and wind consumer products, including solar lights, ovens, cemetery lights, house numbers, and shingles, and discloses Amazon Associates affiliate participation. Revenue is generated exclusively through affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases routed via Amazon, with no proprietary products, no direct e-commerce, and no enterprise customers. The latest dated editorial content is from mid-2021, and all comparative financial metrics are reported as N/A, suggesting the public entity and the operating content site are either minimally active, dormant, or operating as a residual shell relative to the original lead-carbon battery business described in firmographics.

Axion Power International firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Axion Power International
Legal name
Axion Power International
Website
https://axionpower.com
Company type
Public
Founded year
2003
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Short description
Axion Power International is a public OTC-listed entity whose operating web property publishes Amazon-affiliate reviews of residential solar and wind consumer products for homeowners, with no active battery-technology operations visible in the data.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Axion Power International industry classification

Industry
Product category
Consumer product reviews and affiliate content
NAICS
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444)
SIC
Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200)
akta.pro primary industry
Outdoor Lighting & Power (Headlamps, Batteries, Solar) Retail (CRAMAAAG)
akta.pro secondary industries
Smart Energy Management (Meters, EV Chargers, Solar/Battery Monitors) Retail (CRACAGAI), Outdoor Power Equipment Parts & Service Retail (CRAIAIAE)

Keywords

  • Solar product reviews
  • Consumer affiliate marketing
  • Alternative energy guides
  • Residential solar content
  • Amazon affiliate publishing

Where Axion Power International is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
New Castle
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Markets served

Axion Power International business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Digital Commerce or Content
Cost components
Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

  1. Affiliate Marketing Commissions: The company operates as an Amazon Associate, earning commissions from qualifying purchases made through affiliate links embedded in product reviews. This is the primary revenue stream. No other commercial products or services are offered.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Axion Power International product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Axion Power International operates a consumer review and content publishing site that rates and reviews solar- and wind-powered consumer products for residential use. The site produces editorial reviews, buying guides, and educational articles on products such as solar lights, solar ovens, solar shingles, and cemetery memorial lights, and monetizes the content through Amazon Associates affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases.

Product overview

Axion Power International operates a consumer review and content platform focused on solar and alternative energy products for residential use. The company publishes expert reviews and ratings of third-party solar-powered consumer devices including solar lights (outdoor, Christmas, cemetery, house numbers), solar ovens and cookers, and provides educational content about solar technology. The platform functions as an affiliate marketing site, earning commissions from qualifying purchases through Amazon Associate links. The product portfolio consists entirely of content and review services rather than proprietary manufactured products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Solar Product Reviews Editorial review and rating service covering solar-powered consumer products for residential use, including solar lights (outdoor, Christmas, cemetery, deck, house numbers), solar ovens and cookers, solar shingles, and related accessories. Content is published on AxionPower.com and monetized through Amazon Associates affiliate links embedded in each review.
  • Wind Product Reviews Editorial review and rating service for wind-powered consumer products intended for residential use, including residential wind turbines. The line is positioned as an expansion of the site beyond its initial solar focus.
  • Knowledge Base Educational article library on solar technology basics, including how solar works, solar shingles, and alternative energy fundamentals, designed to support consumer decision-making before purchase.

Companies that use Axion Power International

Customer profile

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Axion Power International technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

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Has API
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API docs
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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Axion Power International partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Amazon AssociatescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe website operates as an Amazon Associate, earning affiliate commissions from qualifying purchases made through links to Amazon products. This is disclosed on the site: 'As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.' The partnership enables monetization of review content through product sales.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Axion Power International competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

  • Treehugger: Treehugger is a large sustainability-focused media publication covering green products, energy, and home solutions. Comparable as an established editorial platform serving eco-conscious consumers researching renewable home products.
  • Wirecutter (NYT): Wirecutter is the New York Times product review and recommendation site, covering home, outdoor, and consumer products including solar lighting. Comparable as an affiliate-monetized editorial review business; though broader in scope, the underlying business model is closely aligned.
  • SunPower: SunPower is a large residential and commercial solar panel manufacturer and installer. Comparable as a residential-solar consumer brand operating in the same end market, though it is a manufacturer/installer rather than a content affiliate.
  • Tesla Energy: Tesla Energy sells residential solar shingles, solar panels, Powerwall batteries, and related products. Comparable as a residential alternative-energy consumer brand in the same discovery-and-evaluation category as the products reviewed on Axion Power.

Direct peers

  • CleanTechnica: CleanTechnica is a leading clean-tech news and review publication covering solar, wind, EVs, and renewable consumer products. Comparable as a content/editorial platform monetizing consumer interest in alternative energy products.
  • EnergySage: EnergySage is a consumer solar marketplace and education platform that connects homeowners with vetted installers and provides product reviews. Comparable as a content-plus-affiliate/lead-gen model targeting residential solar buyers.
  • EarthEasy: EarthEasy is a sustainable living retailer and content site that reviews and sells eco-friendly home products including solar lighting. Comparable as a content-driven affiliate/e-commerce site serving environmentally conscious residential consumers.
  • SolarReviews.com: SolarReviews.com is a consumer-facing review and comparison site for solar panels, installers, and related products, monetizing via lead generation and affiliate partnerships. Directly comparable as a content-driven affiliate site serving residential solar buyers.

Emerging players

  • Pick My Solar: Pick My Solar is a digital solar marketplace that facilitates residential solar panel procurement through an online platform. Comparable as an alternative-energy consumer acquisition funnel operating in the residential solar space.
  • GreenMatch: GreenMatch is a UK-based comparison and review platform for renewable energy solutions including solar panels, heat pumps, and EV chargers. Comparable as a content/lead-gen affiliate site serving residential alternative-energy consumers.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights4 records

Customer concentration

Axion Power International social profiles

Digital presence

Axion Power International financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Axion Power International leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Axion Power International funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Axion Power International M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Axion Power International

What does Axion Power International do?

Axion Power International operates a consumer review and content publishing site that rates and reviews solar- and wind-powered consumer products for residential use. The site produces editorial reviews, buying guides, and educational articles on products such as solar lights, solar ovens, solar shingles, and cemetery memorial lights, and monetizes the content through Amazon Associates affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases.

Is Axion Power International a public or private company?

Axion Power International is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.

When was Axion Power International founded?

Axion Power International was founded in 2003. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is Axion Power International based?

Axion Power International is headquartered in New Castle, United States, in the North America region.

How does Axion Power International make money?

One revenue line is on record: affiliate Marketing Commissions.

Who are Axion Power International's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are Treehugger, Wirecutter (NYT), SunPower and Tesla Energy. Direct peers are CleanTechnica, EnergySage, EarthEasy and SolarReviews.com. Emerging players are Pick My Solar and GreenMatch.

Does Axion Power International have an API?

No public API is recorded for Axion Power International.

What industry is Axion Power International in?

Axion Power International's product category is Consumer product reviews and affiliate content. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAMAAAG, Outdoor Lighting & Power (Headlamps, Batteries, Solar) Retail, with a secondary code of CRACAGAI, Smart Energy Management (Meters, EV Chargers, Solar/Battery Monitors) Retail. Its NAICS code is 444 and its SIC code is 5200.

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Defense WorldFinancial Contrast: Omron (OTCMKTS:OMRNY) and Axion Power International (OTCMKTS:AXPWQ)This article presents a financial comparison between Omron and Axion Power International, two computer and technology companies, evaluating them across revenue, earnings, profitability, risk, and analyst ratings. Omron reports $5.26 billion in revenue and $107.39 million in net income, while Axion Power International shows N/A across all financial metrics. Omron outperforms Axion Power International on 7 of the 9 factors compared, though analysts note Axion Power International may offer higher potential upside based on analyst consensus.PR NewswireAxion Power Achieves Two New Patents for Proprietary PbC® Technology bringing their total US Patents to 15Axion Power International was awarded its 14th and 15th US patents for PbC lead-carbon battery technology, covering the manufacturing process for lead carbon sheets and the battery current collector shielding component, bringing total US patents to 15. The same manufacturing process patent was also granted in China in June, expanding the company's China patent portfolio to four, as Axion Power continues active negotiations—first announced in 2015—to bring PbC Technology to the People's Republic of China, where they recently shipped batteries for prototype development and testing.PR NewswireMarket Data for Axion Power's Recently Announced Collaborative Effort to Test and Evaluate PbC® Technology and Explore Potential Joint Commercial Opportunities in ChinaAxion Power International announced a collaborative effort to commercialize its patented PbC® (lead-carbon) battery technology in Greater China, with CEO Richard Bogan describing it as the company's shortest path to commercialization. Citing market research from Reportlinker.com and KPMG surveys, the company noted that the global automotive battery market is forecast to surpass USD 42.6 billion by 2019, with Asia-Pacific—particularly China—representing the most dominant region for growth. The announcement positions Axion Power to leverage increased automotive production investment in China, where demand for advanced battery alternatives to traditional lead-acid technology is expanding.PR NewswireAxion Power International CEO Releases Letter to Shareholders Highlighting Positive Developments for Company GrowthRichard Bogan, CEO of Axion Power International, released a shareholder letter on June 8, 2016, summarizing his first 100 days and outlining the company's transition to an energy storage royalty/licensing technology model. The company announced several developments including a new brand identity developed with Global Vision Communications, a partnership with Advanced Battery Concepts to test its PbC® technology, renewed negotiations with LCB International in China, and the launch of its first consumer product, a Do-It-Yourself Off-Grid Light Kit. Axion Power indicated it is in active discussions with multiple organizations worldwide and expects the second half of 2016 to bring new partnerships and product releases.PR NewswireAxion Power International, Inc., LCB International, Inc. Announce further meetings on Potential Licensing DealAxion Power International, Inc. and LCB International, Inc. have scheduled reciprocal meetings in New Castle, Pennsylvania for the third week of June 2016, following successful negotiations held in China in May regarding a technology licensing agreement for Axion's patented PbC® battery technology. The companies are working toward a refined and simplified licensing deal to commercialize the lead-carbon battery technology in Greater China. The CEO of Axion Power described the May meetings as successful, laying groundwork for accelerating the conclusion of the agreement.PR NewswireAxion Power International, Inc. Board of Directors Appoints Michael J. Corcoran as DirectorThe Board of Directors of Axion Power International appointed Michael J. Corcoran as a director and chairman of the audit committee on May 25, 2016. Corcoran brings over a decade of experience in governance, risk, and compliance advisory services, having founded GVP Partners in 2008 and previously led the business risk advisory practice at Deloitte & Touche. He will hold the seat until the next Annual Meeting of Shareholders.PR NewswireAxion Power International, Inc., Releases DIY Off-Grid Solar Light Kit as first consumer-ready ProductAxion Power International released its first consumer-ready product, a DIY Off-Grid Solar Light Kit powered by its patented PbC® Batteries. The kit is designed for outdoor lighting in locations without grid power and includes all necessary components for self-installation. Axion Power has tested the technology at its facility for three years with minimal battery degradation.PR NewswireAxion Power International, Inc., LCB International, Inc. Announce China meeting on Potential Licensing DealAxion Power International, Inc. announced it will meet with LCB International, Inc. in China the week of May 15, 2016, to renew negotiations for a technology licensing agreement covering its patented PbC® Battery Technology. The meetings aim to advance previous discussions about commercializing the technology in China, which is described as the largest producer and market for lead acid batteries globally. LCB International extended an invitation to Axion Power CEO Richard H. Bogan to attend site visits and meet with potential joint venture partners.PR NewswireAxion Power International, Inc. Appoints Richard Bogan as Chairman of the Board, Donald Farley Assumes new role of Vice ChairmanAxion Power International, Inc. announced the appointment of CEO Richard Bogan as Chairman of the Board and Donald Farley as Vice Chairman, effective April 21, 2016. Stanley Hirschman resigned as director and chairman of the Audit Committee due to his inability to devote the necessary time to the role, with Michael Kishinevsky appointed as interim Audit Committee chairman. Bogan brings over 35 years of executive leadership experience, including senior roles at Philip Morris Companies and its Miller Brewing Company subsidiary.PR NewswireAxion Power International Supplies its PbC Technology for Energy Storage System for Mobile ApplicationAxion Power International teamed up with Schneider Electric and Tennessee Solar Solutions to install an off-grid solar and battery energy storage system for Urban Green Lab's Mobile Sustainability Lab in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The system utilizes Axion's proprietary PbC lead-carbon batteries for energy storage, Schneider's power electronics, and solar panels supplied by Light Wave Solar to power LED lighting, heating/cooling, and touch screen displays for educational workshops on sustainability topics. Axion Power CEO Richard Bogan stated the company will use this experience to further demonstrate applications for its battery technology.