Aquila Earth

Beaming renewable energy anywhere on (or off) earth using lasers. At Aquila, we build ruggedised wireless energy networking systems to solve power distribution.

Created: 2022-12-20

Updated: 2025-09-06

Company - Aquila Earth

Founded
Country: 2022; Australia

Funding: $2.1M+

Website: https://www.aquila.earth/

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Product/Service

Classification: Space Utilities

Category: Power Beaming
Resources - Energy

Fields: Wireless Power Transfer

Status: Concept, Development

First launch: Not announced

We propose creating a global energy transmission system using ground-based lasers attached to renewable generators, a constellation of highly reflective space-based mirrors with adaptable optical components, and specialised solar panels able to efficiently reconvert laser energy into electricity and feed it into various energy markets worldwide. This global energy transmission system is technically viable, and exponential drivers in photonics and renewables are culminating in substantial near-term economic opportunity.

Our initial product – Lightway – uses light beams and special solar cells to charge drones in the air. So they can fly as long as needed, unlocking massive potential in asset management, search and rescue, transport and more.

Lightway Infinite shifts power optically through the stratosphere to enable wireless charging over a 1,000km+ operating area.

Status Comment

Space does not seem to be mentioned on the website as of August 2025, but seems to be hinted in the vision. Space-based mirrors are unclear, however.

News, Research, Projects and Patents

Title	Type	Date	Summary
Investment notes: Aquila	Article	2022-09-26

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