👩💻 "Across the country, utilities are investing in new technologies (e.g. AMI 2.0, DERMS) to proactively direct new electrification loads to precise times and locations where the grid can cheaply serve them — all in pursuit of achieving meaningful electrification-era investment efficiency. But before these new tools can deliver results, utilities must first reinvigorate an existing yet underappreciated one: their customer IT stack." – Emma Rodvien, Senior Manager of US Regulatory Affairs and Market Development
🚀 Transforming the energy landscape is crucial for a sustainable future 🌍 Discover how embracing renewables, smart tech, and consumer innovation can revolutionize our modern grid. We explore the importance of integrating distributed energy resources (DERs), digitalizing grid management, and empowering consumers to lead the charge. Learn how these advancements are set to create cleaner, cheaper, and more reliable energy systems.
💫 Our very own "Virtual Power Ranger," Greg Jackson was featured in Forbes today, detailing how Octopus Energy (powered by Kraken) is spreading its tentacles to Texas virtual powerplants and demand response. 💬 Speaking about Kraken: "Jackson describes Kraken's flexible platform as 'like at a supermarket, with buy-one-get-one-free, so many discounts and bargains...What Kraken has allowed us to do is to try many things. And consumerize them,' says Jackson. Your electric plan can be as basic as a set price per kilowatt hour. But if you don't mind taking commodity risk, Octopus will sell you power under dynamic tariffs — where you pay whatever the spot market price is that day (within set limits)." Check out the full piece below 👇
🎤 "Half of our business is Kraken, it's the technology we've built around AI and big data that's we've licensed to over 54 energy accounts around the world, including North America." Our CEO, Greg Jackson, was featured on CNBC today, highlighting our placement on the hashtag#Disruptor50 list for 2024. 🚗 🔌 "We have this massive intelligence platform called Kraken, and what Kraken does is it matches the time we charge an electric vehicle, we automatically control the charging by interfacing directly with the car or the charger. And we can fill a car with enough power to do 100 miles for $3. In Europe and in the UK, that would cost $20 or more if you were using gasoline." Check out the rest of Greg's profile below 👇
🏆 We’re thrilled to be on CNBC's 12th annual #Disruptor50 list of private, venture-backed companies transforming industries. As part of Octopus Energy Group 🐙 , it's incredible to see our efforts recognized! Check out the recap below👇
🌊 Leep Utilities is the first water company to migrate onto Kraken's platform! As part of the adoption, Leep hopes to enhance water efficiency and the digitalization of its operations and customer service. With the Kraken, Leep plans to accelerate its smart meter rollout, improving water efficiency and reducing leaks! “Kraken will enable us to provide our customers with the best levels of customer service – including greater efficiency and transparency – as well as the many environmental benefits it brings.” — Louise Manfredi, CEO, Leep Utilities
🗞 Kraken signs up first Integrated North American Utility! 🤝 We've inked a deal with Saint John Energy (SJE) to integrate both their demand flexibility and customer service software onto a single operating system. SJE’s track record as an innovation pioneer makes this partnership a natural fit. We spoke with Latitude Media about the details of our partnership, check out more below 👇 We can't wait to work with SJE and show all the ways that Kraken can help realize their vision for the future!
👸 We proudly held our first ever Kraken Ladies Tech Event last Saturday in our London HQ ♀ 👩🏽💻 The vibrant gathering was dedicated to empowering women and non-binary people in the tech industry. It featured an inspiring lineup of workshops, expert-led panels, insightful talks, and intimate fireside chats, designed to foster networking, learning, and innovation among women and non binary people in tech. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers, gain valuable industry insights, and enhance their skills in a supportive community environment. We can't wait to host you all again next year 🫶🏽
Very exciting to be taking Kraken into Brazil - a huge market with massive potential for future energy impacts!
🎙 Catch the latest episode of Inside Octopus on how Kraken can transform utilities from their very core! 💡 Featuring Founder/CEO Greg Jackson and Chairman Gavin Patterson, dive into our latest green-tech innovations, safe and efficient migrations, and asset optimisation that's accelerating the journey to net zero.
