Anthro Energy

Anthro Energy is a Silicon Valley-based advanced materials company focused on developing innovative electrolytes to improve battery performance. Founded in 2021 as a spin-out from Stanford University by David Mackanic, PhD, and Joe Papp, PhD, the company combines expertise in polymer materials and lithium-ion battery technology with a commitment to sustainability. Their proprietary technology, Anthro Proteus™, enhances energy density, safety, and design flexibility. It allows for up to 35% improved energy density and a tenfold increase in toughness, making batteries more resistant to swelling, short circuits, and fire hazards. Anthro Energy produces both battery cells and electrolyte solutions, designed to be safe and structurally robust, enabling longer runtimes and innovative form factors. Their production facility in California supports commercial shipments of these products, targeting industries that require high-performance batteries with flexible design options.