Intersect Named to Fast Company’s 2025 Most Innovative Companies List
Intersect Power, LLC (“Intersect”) has earned a spot on Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. The company is recognized for its rapid expansion of energy storage solutions in Texas, where it has successfully added nearly 1 GWh of standalone battery energy storage systems to improve energy security and stabilize the power grid in response to the growing demand for power. This achievement highlights Intersect’s innovative approach to meeting the evolving needs of the energy sector while addressing the surging energy demand driven by developments such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers.
Fast Company’s editors and writers determined this year’s honorees after thoroughly reviewing thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The list recognizes businesses across industries that are driving change and innovation, setting new standards, and making remarkable strides in technology, culture, and other areas of the economy.
Sheldon Kimber, CEO and Founder of Intersect Power, expressed his pride in the company’s accomplishments. “As the megatrends of decarbonization, digitalization, and electrification accelerate, we are witnessing an unprecedented shift towards clean generation. This shift is driving the demand for new energy solutions. Battery energy storage systems are essential to meeting these needs, especially in the face of increasing energy requirements from AI and other sectors,” Kimber said. He added, “We’re honored that Fast Company has recognized our team for bringing 1 GWh of battery storage online on an expedited timeline to support Texas’ growing energy demand.”
Intersect’s success in securing one of the largest U.S. battery storage transactions—amounting to $837 million in financing commitments—further highlights the company’s role in the transformation of the energy sector. This significant financial backing enabled the company to complete the development of 1 GWh of energy storage systems in just one year, a testament to their efficiency and ability to meet the growing demand for reliable, clean energy.
The company develops, owns, and operates some of the largest battery storage resources in the United States, integrated into its solar + storage facilities. With a current portfolio of 2.4 GWh of battery storage, Intersect can dispatch clean energy during critical moments of grid instability, ensuring a more stable and secure power supply for Texas and other regions. The company plans to expand its operations in 2025 by breaking ground on an additional 4 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity and 10 GWh of battery storage, which will be used to support energy-intensive industries such as AI data centers.
Intersect’s approach is particularly relevant in today’s energy landscape, where AI and other technologies are putting increasing pressure on the grid. As the company looks ahead, its focus remains on developing co-located facilities that bring together solar generation and battery storage to meet the rising energy demand efficiently and sustainably. This forward-thinking approach is designed to meet the energy needs of some of the most demanding sectors, such as data centers and industrial manufacturing.
The company’s rapid growth trajectory also includes plans to recruit more talented professionals to join their expanding team. Those interested in exploring career opportunities at Intersect can visit their official job listings for the latest open roles.
About Intersect Power
Intersect Power is a clean energy company committed to delivering scalable, American-made, low-carbon solutions to global energy markets. The company develops, owns, and operates some of the world’s largest grid-tied clean energy resources, as well as co-located facilities that cater to large industrial loads like data centers, e-fuels, and other energy-intensive industries.
With a laser focus on transformative clean energy projects, Intersect Power aims to decarbonize the existing power grid and meet the energy needs of emerging industries without relying on new transmission infrastructure. Through these efforts, the company is redefining the clean energy landscape by bridging the gap between clean electricity and the broader economy.
Currently, Intersect has a portfolio that includes 2.2 GW of operating solar PV capacity and 2.4 GWh of battery storage, with an additional 4 GW of solar and 10 GWh of storage under development. These assets represent approximately $4 billion in capital investments. The company is poised for continued growth in 2025, with plans to begin construction on another $9 billion worth of solar and storage projects.
