Podero is a Vienna-based startup (founded in 2022) that provides a software platform for utilities to optimise distributed energy resources (DERs) such as heat pumps, EV chargers, inverters, and home batteries. Its core product offers device steering integrated with 54+ manufacturers and trading enablement that provides forecasts and trading recommendations for spot, intra-day, and balancing markets. Utilities can access Podero via a white-label app or integrate its API into their own apps; the company claims cost savings of over 25% for consumers. The platform emphasises market-signal optimisation (spot prices and household PV production) and aggregation of device power for market trading to improve grid stability and lower energy-related CO2 emissions. Podero says the new funding will accelerate its mission to drive the green-energy transition and expand adoption among utilities facing regulatory pressure for dynamic tariffs and rising market volatility. Founders Christoph Bernkopf (Co-founder & CEO) and Moritz Schrader bring backgrounds in software, data science, mechatronics, and IoT, and the company positions itself against neo-utilities and installer competition by combining device integration with trading technology.

Total raised

$6M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Seed

Latest activity

Feb 2025