BioSolar, Inc. is a renewable energy materials company focused on the development and commercialization of advanced organic photovoltaic (OPV) solutions and lithium-ion battery additives. The company’s core mission is to harness biologically inspired chemistries and novel materials to drive down the cost of solar energy and improve the performance and lifespan of rechargeable batteries. Through its proprietary Velox™ line of OPV films and PowerMax™ battery additive technologies, BioSolar seeks to address key production and efficiency challenges in both the solar and energy storage markets.
Founded in the early 2000s and headquartered in California, BioSolar has evolved from a research-driven start-up into a commercial developer serving multiple industry sectors. Its Velox™ organic solar films leverage roll-to-roll processing techniques, enabling lightweight, flexible panels suitable for building-integrated photovoltaics and portable power applications. Concurrently, the PowerMax™ additive portfolio enhances lithium-ion cell anodes with silicon-based materials, targeting extended cycle life and higher energy density for consumer electronics, electric vehicles and grid-storage systems.
BioSolar’s products are manufactured and tested across facilities in North America and Asia, with strategic partnerships in Japan and China to accelerate scale-up and market entry. The company collaborates with leading research institutions and contract manufacturers to optimize production yields and adapt its OPV films for diverse substrates, including architectural glass, polymers and textiles. These alliances support BioSolar’s goal of delivering cost-competitive solar modules and battery components that meet evolving industry standards.
Led by a seasoned management team with backgrounds in materials science, electrochemistry and renewable energy finance, BioSolar emphasizes continuous R&D investment and agility in responding to market trends. The company’s strategic roadmap includes further commercial launches of its Velox™ OPV solutions, expansion of PowerMax™ additive sales into new battery markets and deepening collaborations with global energy and electronics firms. BioSolar remains committed to advancing sustainable energy technology through innovative material platforms and cross-disciplinary partnerships.
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