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KR Sridhar

Founder, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer

Bloom Energy

San Jose, CA, USA

KR Sridhar

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KR Sridhar’s Biography

KR Sridhar, Ph.D., is the Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Bloom Energy Corporation, which he established in 2001 to develop solid oxide fuel cell technology for on-site power generation. Under his leadership, Bloom Energy has grown from a research-focused startup into a publicly traded company, delivering energy solutions across commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications.

Before founding Bloom Energy, KR served as Director of the Space Technologies Laboratory at the University of Arizona, where he was also a professor of aerospace and mechanical engineering. He led NASA research initiatives, including systems to produce oxygen from the Martian atmosphere and other life-support and exploration technologies for planetary missions. He also mentored teams, secured government contracts, and advanced innovations in aerospace and mechanical engineering.

KR has contributed to numerous publications and holds multiple patents in energy systems and electrochemical conversion. His work spans academic research, corporate leadership, and advisory roles, connecting... KR Sridhar, Ph.D., is the Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Bloom Energy Corporation, which he established in 2001 to develop solid oxide fuel cell technology for on-site power generation. Under his leadership, Bloom Energy has grown from a research-focused startup into a publicly traded company, delivering energy solutions across commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications.

Before founding Bloom Energy, KR served as Director of the Space Technologies Laboratory at the University of Arizona, where he was also a professor of aerospace and mechanical engineering. He led NASA research initiatives, including systems to produce oxygen from the Martian atmosphere and other life-support and exploration technologies for planetary missions. He also mentored teams, secured government contracts, and advanced innovations in aerospace and mechanical engineering.

KR has contributed to numerous publications and holds multiple patents in energy systems and electrochemical conversion. His work spans academic research, corporate leadership, and advisory roles, connecting industry, government, and higher education.

In addition to his role at Bloom Energy, he serves on corporate and academic boards, including the Board of Directors at C3 AI, and advisory boards at Caltech’s Resnick Sustainability Institute and the University of Illinois’ Grainger College of Engineering.

KR is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and has contributed to shaping research and policy in clean energy and space technologies.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with honors, a Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. READ MORE VIEW LESS

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KR Sridhar’s Background

Bloom Energy

Founder, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer

Sep 2001 - Present

San Jose, CA, USA

Bloom Energy is a clean energy innovator that produces efficient, low-emission electricity on-site using advanced fuel cell technology, enabling sustainable and resilient power for businesses and communities.

The University of Arizona

Director, Space Technologies Laboratory

1996 - 2001

Tucson, AZ, USA

KR led the Space Technologies Laboratory at the University of Arizona, directing pioneering NASA-focused research on planetary exploration. He also mentored teams, secured government contracts, and advanced innovations in aerospace and mechanical engineering.

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Board Positions

C3 AI

Director

Feb 2023 - Present

At C3 AI, KR guided the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions. He leveraged his expertise in engineering and complex systems to drive enterprise-scale digital transformation.

Advisory Roles

NASA

Advisor

KR provided strategic guidance to NASA on advanced aerospace technologies and planetary exploration initiatives.

Caltech Resnick Sustainability Institute

Member, External Advisory Boards & Academic Committees

At Caltech, KR served on external advisory boards and academic committees, offering strategic insight that shaped research priorities, academic programs, and long-term institutional direction.

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Interviews

C.O.B Tuesday | 'Manufacturing Intelligence' Bloom Energy CEO unveils Vision fo America's AI Power

Podcast

Oct 2025

In this podcast, KR outlines his vision for leveraging advanced manufacturing and energy technologies to support the future of AI-driven power infrastructure in the United States.

CNBC Television | AI Spend & Infrastructure Buildout will Last for a Long Time

Interview

Sep 2024

In this interview, KR discusses the long-term outlook for AI-driven capital spending and the infrastructure required to support sustained growth in computing and energy demand.

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Publications

Publication | Electrolyzer Power Requirements for Oxidizer Production on Mars

Author

2005

In this paper, KR analyzes the energy demands and design constraints of electrolyzer systems intended to generate oxygen from Martian resources for use as an oxidizer in space missions.

Publication | An Experimental Method for a Dynamic Biaxial Flexural Strength Test of Thin Ceramic Substrates

Author

2004

This publication presents an experimental approach for measuring the dynamic biaxial flexural strength of thin ceramic substrates, focusing on test design and material response under applied stress conditions.

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Awards & Recognition

National Academy of Engineering

Recognition of Contributions to Engineering & Technology

KR is a member of the National Academy of Engineering in recognition of his significant contributions to energy technology and industrial innovation. The Academy is a leading U.S. institution, dedicated to advancing engineering excellence.

KR Sridhar’s Education

National Institute of Technology, Trichy

B.E. (Honors). | Mechanical Engineering

University of Illinois

M.S. | Nuclear Engineering

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