Raptor Maps

Raptor Maps, Inc. is a leading provider of lifecycle management software for the solar industry. Founded in 2015 by MIT engineers, the company aims to enable the solar industry to scale efficiently and meet global climate goals. Raptor Maps' core offering is Raptor Solar, an advanced software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that assists solar companies in increasing performance, reducing costs, and standardizing solar photovoltaic (PV) assets across their portfolios. The platform supports the entire solar asset lifecycle, from financing and construction through to operations and maintenance.

Raptor Maps utilizes cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital twins, and aerial inspections (via drones and manned aircraft) to provide comprehensive analytics and insights. The software processes thermal and color imagery from these inspections to detect, classify, and localize anomalies that can impact energy production. This enables asset owners, managers, O&M providers, EPC contractors, and financiers to identify and prioritize issues, optimize energy yield, reduce risks, and ultimately increase the return on investment of their solar assets. The company's platform is deployed across six continents, analyzing data from millions of solar panels. Raptor Maps is recognized for its ability to create digital twins of solar sites, normalize data, scan and map serial numbers, facilitate warranty claims, and maintain equipment records. The company is headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, and has a remote-first work culture. Raptor Maps has secured significant funding through multiple rounds, including a $35 million Series C in late 2024, to further develop its technology and expand its team.