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Exciting Collaboration Announcement
January 2024
Exciting Collaboration Announcement: Switchty and eForecast Join Forces!
We are thrilled to announce that leading IoT switching technology provider Switchty has joined forces with eForecast, a cutting-edge energy forecasting and analytics company. This collaboration aims to revolutionize energy usage monitoring and significantly reduce the carbon intensity of electricity consumption through seamless automation.
Real-Time Energy Insights
With the integration of eForecast's advanced energy forecasting technology, users of Switchty's innovative IoT switching devices will gain real-time insights into their electricity usage patterns. This powerful combination empowers consumers and businesses to track consumption trends, identify peak usage hours, and optimize energy usage for both cost efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Making Informed Eco-Friendly Choices
Both Switchty and eForecast are committed to environmental sustainability. The collaborative solution accurately measures the carbon intensity of electricity consumed, enabling users to make informed decisions to minimize their carbon footprint. By quantifying the amount of carbon emitted per unit of electricity used, consumers can take proactive steps to reduce their environmental impact.
Automated Carbon-Conscious Electricity Sourcing
A key highlight of this partnership is the seamless automation provided by Switchty's IoT switching technology. Intelligent algorithms and real-time forecasts from eForecast enable the switching devices to automatically adjust electricity sources, leveraging periods of lower carbon intensity. This hands-free approach allows users to take advantage of cleaner energy options effortlessly.
A Greener Future Ahead
Switchty and eForecast share a vision of a greener and more sustainable future. By democratizing access to real-time energy information and facilitating automated carbon-conscious electricity sourcing, this collaboration empowers individuals and businesses to play an active role in combating climate change.
Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this exciting journey together!
Summer 2023 Pilot Update
October 2023
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who took part in our Summer 2023 Pilot! Your engagement and insights have been invaluable. We are currently reviewing your feedback to implement necessary refinements and improvements.
Our primary goal is to empower you with the information you need to reduce the carbon intensity of the electricity you consume. So you can be enabled to make informed decisions about your energy usage, allowing you to contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
We are diligently working to incorporate the changes and enhancements suggested by our valued participants. To stay updated and be the first to hear about future developments and launches, we encourage you to sign up for our newsletter.
Together, let’s work towards creating a sustainable and environmentally friendly world.
Thank you for your continued support!
Call for participents - Summer 2023 Pilot
March 2023
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Summer 2023 Pilot at eForecast! This is an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our journey towards a more sustainable future.
The pilot aims to empower participants with the ability to forecast the carbon intensity of the electricity they use. By providing you with this valuable information, we hope to enable you to make informed choices about your energy consumption, ultimately contributing to a greener planet.
We invite you to join us in this initiative and help shape the future of energy usage. Your participation will be instrumental in refining our features and ensuring that we meet your needs effectively.
If you’re interested in participating in the Summer 2023 Pilot, please sign up through our website www.eforecast.ie to secure your spot. We can’t wait to embark on this journey with you!
Thank you for your support as we work together to create a sustainable and environmentally friendly world.
The eForecast Team
eForecast Overall Winner of Climate Launchpad Ireland
July 1st, 2022
Dublin, Ireland – eForecast, a pioneering startup dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of electricity usage by aligning demand with weather patterns, has been announced as the winner of the prestigious ClimateLaunchpad competition. This global initiative, aimed at fostering innovative solutions to combat climate change, culminated in a thrilling final pitch event held at TU Dublin.
eForecast stood out among competitors, showcasing their groundbreaking approach to optimizing electricity consumption by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to encourage usage during times when renewable energy sources are most abundant. Their solution aims to significantly lower carbon emissions associated with electricity usage, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.
The competition was judged by a panel of industry and academic leaders, including representatives from PwC, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), and TU Dublin. Their expertise and insights provided valuable feedback to all participants, highlighting the importance of innovation in addressing climate challenges.
"We are incredibly honored to be recognized as the winner of ClimateLaunchpad," said Michael Elliott, Founder of eForecast. "This competition has provided us with invaluable support, mentorship, and exposure to a network of like-minded innovators and investors. We are excited to commence a trial and take our solution to the next level in contributing to a more sustainable future."
The ClimateLaunchpad competition, part of the Climate-KIC initiative, aims to empower entrepreneurs to develop and scale their climate-focused ideas. Participants receive training, mentorship, and the opportunity to pitch their concepts to a panel of expert judges. This year’s competition attracted a diverse range of innovative projects, all focused on addressing the urgent challenges posed by climate change.
As the winner, eForecast will receive packages of support from PwC, which will help accelerate their efforts to bring their solution to market. The team is committed to commencing a trial to demonstrate the effectiveness of their approach.
For more information about eForecast and their innovative solution, please visit www.eforecast.ie.
