Neargy is a marketplace that facilitates the establishment of Energy Communities, enabling users to benefit from locally generated renewable energy without the need for solar panel installation. By connecting individuals and energy community creators, Neargy helps reduce electricity costs by up to 40% through shared self-consumption of clean energy.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many individuals and businesses lack access to affordable renewable energy due to the upfront costs and logistical challenges of installing solar panels. This limits their ability to reduce electricity costs and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Solution
Neargy operates a marketplace that connects consumers with locally generated renewable energy through energy communities, enabling them to benefit from clean energy without installing their own solar panels. Users can explore available energy communities in their area, compare options, and join a community to receive locally generated electricity. By facilitating shared self-consumption of renewable energy, Neargy reduces electricity costs for consumers and promotes the adoption of sustainable energy practices. The platform handles the administrative processes, making it easier for users to access and benefit from community-generated power.
Target Audience
Neargy's primary customers are residential and commercial electricity consumers interested in reducing their energy costs and supporting renewable energy sources, particularly those who cannot or prefer not to install their own solar panels.
Features
- Interactive map displaying active, developing, and occupied energy communities
- Comparison tools for evaluating potential savings and installation capacity
- Registration and onboarding process for joining selected energy communities
- Automated administrative handling of distribution agreements
- Integration with existing electricity providers, often without requiring a change of provider
- Savings of up to 40% on electricity bills for users within 2,000 meters of the energy source