Astro
The world’s first AI energy developer
Y CombinatorWinter 2025ActiveIndustrialsEnergySolar PowerEnergyRenewable EnergyClimateTech
What they do
Problem
Renewable energy projects often fail due to unexpected grid interconnection costs and difficulty identifying profitable, low-cost grid connection opportunities.
Solution
Astro uses AI to identify and secure land and low-cost grid connections for renewable projects, then sells development-ready sites to larger energy developers.
Who it's for
Large renewable energy companies and developers that buy development-ready projects.
Founders
Alex Fuster
Founder
Founder and CEO at Astro. Previously energy trader at Citadel. Stanford BS in physics and MS in computer science.
Company timeline
- Founded2024
- YC batchWinter 2025
- StatusActive
- Team size1 people
- LocationNew York City, NY, USA
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