Gridio is a smart electric vehicle charging platform that utilizes real-time energy market data to optimize charging times, allowing users to save up to 50% on electricity costs. By automatically scheduling charging during periods of lower carbon intensity, Gridio reduces the environmental impact of electric vehicle usage without requiring additional hardware.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
KFounders
Product
Problem
Electric vehicle owners face fluctuating electricity prices, making it difficult to optimize charging schedules for cost savings. Traditional charging methods often overlook real-time energy market data, leading to higher electricity bills and increased carbon footprint.
Solution
Gridio offers a smart charging platform that leverages real-time energy market data to automatically schedule EV charging during the cheapest and cleanest hours. The mobile app connects to the user's electric vehicle and dynamically adjusts charging times based on hourly price fluctuations and carbon intensity. By shifting consumption to periods of lower energy costs and higher renewable energy availability, Gridio enables users to save money on electricity and reduce their environmental impact without requiring additional hardware. The platform also supports integration with solar inverters, allowing users to prioritize charging their EVs with self-generated solar power.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes electric vehicle owners in EU countries seeking to reduce their electricity costs and carbon footprint through smart charging solutions.
Features
- Real-time energy market tracking to identify the cheapest electricity prices
- Automatic charging schedule optimization based on price and carbon intensity
- Mobile app connectivity with a wide range of electric vehicle brands
- Solar inverter integration to prioritize charging with self-generated solar energy
- Countdown timer displaying the time until the next cheapest hour for electricity
- Secure vehicle connection without requiring additional hardware
- User-friendly interface for setting charging needs and preferences