Powerd
February 2023 - Smart charging operator for electric mobility. Deploys AI to dynamically charge electric vehicles when renewable energy, such as solar and wind, is available. Powerd reduces the cost of ownership and CO2 emissions for EV fleet owners. Powerd started in 2018 as an initiative of Faraday Keys and international car leasing company Leaseplan. In 2020 both companies incorporated Powerd as a joint venture. Powerd rolled out its services to more than 4000 electric vehicle drivers. Smart chargepoints were installed at home and office locations. In 2021 Powerd won the Automotive Innovation Award. In 2022 Faraday Keys acquired 100% of the share capital with the purpose of finding a new investment partner to achieve the next level of growth for Powerd. Its aim was to join an existing business with capabilities in related areas such as rooftop solar, stationary battery storage and metering. During early 2023 an M&A deal was successfully closed with company Groendus BV. Powerd strengthens the position of Groendus as a provider of integrated sustainable energy solutions. Groendus is financially backed by APG and OMERS.