Provides a cloud-based platform that optimizes heat pump systems by integrating weather forecasts and dynamic electricity pricing to reduce energy consumption and costs. By automatically shifting usage to periods of lower prices and adjusting settings based on predictive models, it helps users save up to 20% on electricity bills without requiring additional hardware or changes to their energy provider.
Funding
$125K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Fluctuating electricity prices and unpredictable weather patterns make it difficult for homeowners to efficiently manage heat pump systems, leading to increased energy consumption and higher utility bills. Existing solutions often require manual adjustments or additional hardware, adding complexity and cost.
Solution
Kapacity.io offers a cloud-based platform that optimizes heat pump performance by integrating weather forecasts and dynamic electricity pricing. The platform automatically adjusts heat pump settings to leverage periods of lower electricity prices and adapts to changing weather conditions, reducing energy consumption while maintaining comfort. Kapacity.io connects to existing internet-connected heat pumps without requiring additional hardware or changes to the user's energy provider. By shifting energy usage to off-peak times and utilizing predictive models, Kapacity.io helps users minimize electricity costs and maximize energy efficiency.
Target Audience
Kapacity.io primarily targets homeowners with internet-connected heat pumps seeking to reduce energy costs and optimize their home heating and cooling systems, as well as energy companies looking to implement demand-side management programs.
Features
- Compatibility with a wide range of internet-connected heat pump devices, including ecobee, Viessmann, and NIBE
- Integration with dynamic electricity pricing to automatically shift consumption to cheaper periods
- Smart temperature control based on weather forecasts and historical consumption patterns
- Remote monitoring and control via a user-friendly web-based platform
- Solar monitoring to optimize heat pump usage based on solar energy production (available in Standard plan)
- Customer support and regular software updates