Smarter Grid Solutions offers smart hardware and software to actively monitor the electricity distribution network, and manage renewable energy generators. Its real-time technology enables its customers to make the most of existing network infrastructure and quickly connect increasing amounts of renewable energy in areas where the network had previously been considered to be full. The organisation wins the Ashden Award for Smart Energy, supported by Ecotricity.
Switchee offers the first smart thermostat designed specifically for social housing. It monitors temperature, humidity, light levels, motion and air pressure to learn when a home needs heating and when it can be allowed to cool down, cutting energy use and carbon emissions by up to 15%, and enabling landlords to better manage their housing stock. Switchee is the winner of the Impax Ashden Award for Energy Innovation.
International Award winners
Ecolibrium Energy – winner of the Ashden Award for Powering Business – is an Indian start-up company addressing the need for demand-side energy management through SmartSense, their big data energy analytics platform.
Empower Generation – is bringing clean energy to vulnerable communities in Nepal, helping to eradicate poverty, improve health and reduce carbon emissions. The social enterprise is empowering women to become entrepreneurs by training them to own a business and manage a sales force. Empower Generation is the winner of the Ashden Award for Clean Energy for Women and Girls, supported by UK aid.