Frank & the Backs’ successful support for Voltiris. ☀️
Voltiris is a Swiss venture that develops innovative solar modules, transforming greenhouses into power plants. ⚡ These modules generate solar energy from the light that plants do not use, meaning it will not impact the crop yields. This way, greenhouse owners can:
🌱 Fully leverage the land
☀️ While generating sustainable energy.
In 2023 Voltiris joined the AcendX program of Frank & the Backs. Maarten Oostenbrink was Voltiris’ Back during this first phase. He has an extensive background in horticulture and a relevant network within the sector. Maarten reflects: ‘It was great to be able to guide Voltiris in how things work in the Netherlands and give them a soft landing. From where to apply for subsidies to connecting them with Wageningen University & Research and Delphy, horticulture experts, and get a proof of concept.’
Fast-forward to January 2025: Voltiris has completed several successful trial projects in Switzerland, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. To accomplish this, Jan Verkooijen, another Back, supported them in the fundraising process. In total, more than 5 million euros was raised from both existing and new investors.
CEO and co-founder Nicolas Weber is very grateful for Jan’s professional help: ‘It was a pleasure working with Jan and benefiting from his network, expertise, and strategic insights. We truly appreciated his collaborative approach and the value he brought as a sparring partner to our discussions.’
Learn more about Voltiris here.
Published – 6/2/25