Chris Kimmett — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

CEO at Odqa Renewable Energy Technologies, an Oxford Thermofluids Institute spinout developing modular solar tower technology
Co-founded an award-winning charity
Chair Of The Board Of Directors at Flex Assure Uk, Ofgem ESO Performance Panel member, and CIGRE UK Executive Committee Member
Holds a 1st Class honours degree in Industrial Economics

Biography

Chris Kimmett serves as the CEO of Odqa Renewable Energy Technologies, an Oxford Thermofluids Institute spinout. Odqa specializes in converting sunlight into 24/7, high-grade industrial heat, utilizing a modular solar tower that delivers continuous heat up to 1200 °C. This technology, which uses only sunlight, air, and thermal storage, is designed to replace fossil flames in carbon-intensive sectors and is ready for deployment.