Qnovo

Qnovo

San Francisco, CA, United States

Energy Storage
Founded 201051-200 employees30M tonnes CO₂ avoided/yr
Profile last updated: August 15, 2026

About

Founded in 2010, Qnovo is a renewable energy company headquartered in San Francisco, United States with approximately 51-200 employees specializing in Energy Storage.

Qnovo is the leader in intelligent battery management systems and software for electric mobility, energy storage, and industrial applications. The company develops adaptive battery software and predictive charging technologies that optimize lithium-ion battery safety, longevity, and performance. Its flagship product, Adaptive Fast Charging (AFC), uses real-time diagnostics, edge computing, and machine learning to extend battery cycle life by up to 50%, enable 100-mile charging in 5 minutes with 350 kW chargers, and reduce battery costs by 10-30%. Qnovo's technology has been deployed across 250 million smartphones with zero safety incidents and has accumulated 50 billion battery cycles across 150 battery families with zero fires or recalls. The company serves major automotive OEMs and operates globally with offices in the United States, Sweden, and South Korea.

Headquarters

San Francisco, United States

Founded

2010

Employees

51-200

Focus areas

battery managementadaptive chargingelectric vehiclesenergy storagelithium-ionpredictive analyticsautomotive softwarefleet management

Products & services

Business models

B2B

Value chain

R&DManufacturingEngineeringConsulting

Service areas (1)

  • Global

    Battery management software and adaptive charging solutions for electric vehicles, energy storage systems, commercial fleets, and consumer devices

Locations

Headquarters

San Francisco, CA, United States

Operating locations (3)

  • Detroit, MI, United States
  • Gothenburg, Sweden
  • Seoul, South Korea

Service regions

United StatesSwedenSouth Korea

Credentials & affiliations

Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

ISO 26262

Automotive SPICE

Awards

R&D 100 Award

SpectralX Intelligent Lithium-ion Battery Management Software

2023 Edison Awards

SpectralX Finalist

Partnerships

NXP Semiconductors, Sonatus, Vanderhall Motor Works, FCNT, BorgWarner

Sustainability

30M

Tonnes CO₂/yr avoided

Frequently asked questions

published by the company
What is battery intelligence software?

Battery intelligence software uses real-time data, analytics, and advanced models to monitor battery behavior, optimize performance, and extend battery life. Unlike traditional battery management systems that rely on fixed limits, battery intelligence software adapts to actual battery condition to improve safety, reliability, and lifecycle economics.

How does Qnovo's adaptive charging differ from conventional fast charging?

Conventional fast charging follows static protocols that apply the same charging behavior regardless of battery condition. Adaptive charging dynamically adjusts charging parameters in real time based on the battery's actual health, temperature, and operating state, enabling faster charging while reducing degradation and preserving long-term battery performance.

Why is Adaptive Fast Charging important for electric vehicles?

Qnovo Adaptive Fast Charging enables faster, more reliable charging without compromising battery health. By continuously optimizing charging behavior, AFC helps reduce range anxiety, maintain consistent performance across operating conditions, and extend battery life, improving both the driver experience and vehicle economics.

Does Adaptive Fast Charging require additional hardware?

No. Qnovo Adaptive Fast Charging is a software-only solution that runs on the vehicle MCU as an AUTOSAR application. It integrates with existing battery management systems through standardized APIs and does not require additional hardware.

How does AFC help extend battery life?

AFC continuously monitors each series element in the battery pack and adjusts charging speed based on the weakest element's condition. This closed-loop approach reduces stress on the battery during fast charging, limits degradation, and can deliver up to 50% cycle life extension compared to conventional charging practices.

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