American Superconductor Corp

NASDAQ: AMSC
$12.48
-$0.53 (-4.1%)
Closing price April 12, 2024
American Superconductor Corp specializes in delivering power resiliency solutions on a megawatt scale across the globe. The company focuses on two main areas: Grid and Wind. In the Grid sector, it offers a variety of products and services designed to help electric utilities, industrial sites, and renewable energy developers manage and improve power transmission and distribution. This includes everything from transmission planning to power quality systems and resilient electric grid systems. On the Wind side, American Superconductor designs wind turbine systems and licenses these designs, along with providing power electronics, control systems, and comprehensive support services to wind turbine manufacturers. Founded in 1987 and based in Ayer, Massachusetts, the company aims to enhance power efficiency and reliability for a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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