COLUMBIA, S.C. (January 14, 2025) - PHENOGY AG has announced plans to open their US
headquarters in Columbia, South Carolina. Based in Switzerland, PHENOGY is a global leader
in sustainable energy systems with a focus on future-proof and resilient technology battery
storage systems. The decision came following a 6-month discovery period of cities in the
Southeast and ultimately lead to choosing Columbia based on the state’s commitment to
sustainability and partnership opportunities with local institutions of higher learning and industry
leaders.
The company will begin with opening their headquarters in Columbia and focusing on building
their US business development and product teams. The City of Columbia was introduced to the
company during an economic development mission to Switzerland led by city partner, the
Columbia World Affairs Council.
“The founding of PHENOGY INC. in Columbia, South Carolina, marks a significant milestone for
PHENOGY,” stated co-founder and CEO, Peter E. Braun. “Columbia is where the spirit of
innovation, a dynamic tech ecosystem and the relentless pursuit of technological excellence
converge - values that also represent PHENOGY. This underscores our mission to advance
future-proof energy storage systems globally, as well as our commitment to local partners in
communities, industry and research. My special thanks go to Mayor Rickenmann, his top-notch
team and the broader City of Columbia for their continued great support.”
Following the announcement, PHENOGY will participate in a panel on “Clean Energy Tax
Credits for Communities” sharing on best practices in energy storage solutions moderated by
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann at the 93rd US Council of Mayors Conference in Washington, D.C.
Partnerships between the City of Columbia and companies such as PHENOGY are a testament
to the city’s commitment to collaborating with local partners and business recruitment, making
Columbia a beacon of pioneering industries.
“Columbia, South Carolina is the place to be due to our high quality life, innovation pipeline with
six institutions of higher learning, but most importantly, our people,” said Mayor Daniel
Rickenmann. “We were thrilled to share our community with PHENOGY during the discovery
period, and now we are honored to welcome them to the Columbia family as we continue to
grow our alternative energy portfolio and be good stewards of our natural resources.”
A press conference featuring PHENOGY and city leadership will be scheduled for February.
About PHENOGY:
PHENOGY AG, based in Root near Lucerne, Switzerland, is a leading innovator of energy
storage solutions for the green electrification of the planet. Founded in 2019, currently around
30 employees work on future-proof and truly sustainable battery storage systems that are
powerful, safe and robust – with circularity as a central principle. In addition to Exentis Group
AG, the provider of a 3D technology platform for large-scale industrial production, the
technology partner network also includes selected institutes of the Fraunhofer Battery Alliance.
PHENOGY AG is currently supported by investments from over 320 shareholders. For more
information: www.phenogy.com
About the City of Columbia Office of Economic Development:
As the leading economic development agency for the City of Columbia, the office focuses on
recruitment of new business, retention and expansion of existing industry, and support of job
growth through entrepreneurship and innovation. Columbia, South Carolina is one of the fastest
growing cities in the Southeast and an ideal place for commercial development. With a world
class workforce, high quality of life, low-cost corporate environment, and extensive
transportation infrastructure, Columbia is positioned to assist businesses in gaining a
competitive edge in the global marketplace. For more information about the Office of Economic
Development, please visit our website.
About the Columbia World Affairs Council:
Founded in 1993, the Columbia World Affairs Council is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit
providing global education programming and innovative international exchanges. The Council
serves as a center for international development bridging the Midlands region of South Carolina
and its global counterparts, as well as an economic development partner and administrator of
the sister city relationships for the City of Columbia. Nationally, the Columbia World Affairs
Council is a member organization of Sister Cities International and the World Affairs Councils of
America, the largest grassroots organization in the United States dedicated to inspiring,
educating, and engaging Americans in international affairs and the critical global issues of our
times.
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