Rainmaker Technology leverages drones, numerical weather modeling, and radar algorithms to facilitate precipitation and bolster water resources. The company’s systems are aimed at supporting agriculture, maintaining water supplies and stabilizing hydroelectric power. Led by CEO Augustus Doricko, Rainmaker is based in El Segundo, CA. The company reportedly raised $25M in a Series A to advance its technology and operations. Rainmaker intends to use the funds to expand operations and development efforts. The raise was reported on May 5, 2025. Rainmaker develops cloud-seeding technology intended to increase precipitation to support agriculture, replenish water reserves, and stabilize hydroelectric generation. The company says it uses advanced technologies to create rain in a sustainable and efficient way. Rainmaker was founded in 2023 and is based in California. Engineers at the company describe drought as a problem they intend to address relentlessly. Financially, Rainmaker recently closed a Seed financing of $6.3 million. The company is backed by venture firms and angel investors as it continues developing its cloud-seeding solution.

Total raised

$31M

Funding rounds

2

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

May 2025