About Us
Quidnet Energy is building breakthrough energy technology to accelerate the energy transition. Utilizing existing oil and gas, hydroelectric, and industrial machinery supply chains, Quidnet repurposes existing resources and fossil-based workforces to quickly marshal implementable solutions to our most pressing energy challenges. The supply chains required for Quidnet’s Geomechanical Energy Storage are well-established and based on resources the United States has in abundance—they do not require decades or billions in investment to supply a grid-scale solution.
Quidnet’s modular, long-duration, geomechanical energy storage is a potential game-changer for the energy industry. Leading energy innovation organizations have registered their support for Quidnet’s solution through significant financial backing.
The resources to make it happen
With more than $60M raised, Quidnet Energy has partnered with leading investors and government agencies to fund the development of our solution.
Our Team
Joe Zhou
Joe Zhou
Joe leads the Quidnet team in its mission to revolutionize energy storage and facilitate the transition to a zero-carbon electric grid.
Bunker Hill
Bunker Hill
Vice President of Engineering
Bunker directs engineering and development at Quidnet, using his extensive capabilities in geomechanical energy storage to drive innovation within the company.
Scott Wright
Scott Wright
Vice President of Operations
Scott influences Quidnet’s vision and strategy by building, leading, and maintaining Quidnet’s high-performing operational teams safely and effectively.
Mary Shouse
Mary Shouse
Mary oversees day to day operations and manages several business functions, including financial forecasting and modeling, government and investor reporting, and securing new project partners.
Henry Lau
Henry Lau
Project Manager
Henry leads project modeling, planning, and management as Quidnet expands its technology capabilities and project portfolio.
Cliff Mauroner
Cliff Mauroner
Staff Geologist
Cliff manages geologic siting and project development, including working with regulatory agencies to permit individual projects and develop permitting processes.
Jeremy Magness
Jeremy Magness
Jeremy relies on his completions engineering expertise to leverage data storytelling, drive informed decision-making, and optimize operational performance in the field.
Billy Clark
Billy Clark
Billy accelerates technology development by designing and executing lab-scale testing prior to field deployment, sharpening model outputs and illuminating subsurface activity.
Board of Directors
Howard Schmidt
Co-Founder
Christina Karapataki
Breakthrough Energy Ventures
Mike Biddle
Evok Innovations
Matthew Nordan
Prime Impact Fund
Paul Deutch
Foro Energy
Todd Benson
Hunt Energy
Joe Zhou
Chief Executive Officer
Quidnet Proudly Supports the Following Affiliated Organizations and Initiatives
American Clean Power
Long Duration Energy Storage Council (LDES)
NY Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium (NY-BEST)
Join Our Team
If you’re looking for a rewarding position working for an exciting new company, then Quidnet is the place for you.