A global alliance of energy utilities

At EDP, we firmly believe in a philosophy of Open Innovation which thrives through collaboration and the fast adoption of innovative solutions. Free Electrons is a one-of-a-kind utility driven program tailored for business acceleration with startups. By co-developing solutions with these entrepreneurs, we’re not just investing in technology and impacting shareholder value - we’re investing in a more sustainable and resilient future.”

Free Electrons leverages the ecosystem as a strategic asset, relying on the agility and responsiveness of start-ups as well as sharing experiences with industry partners. This approach challenges our traditional methods and promotes faster development and integration of new technologies.

At ESB we are driven to make a difference and have committed to bringing new cutting edge solutions to our customer base. Since its first edition the Free Electrons program has afforded ESB the opportunity to work with the world’s leading energy start-ups. The relationships and connections made during the program help us to innovate and collaborate in order to meet our ambitious goal of Net Zero by 2040.

The Free Electrons Accelerator Program enables CLP to work with some of the world’s smartest and most dynamic innovators on solutions to 21st century, digital energy challenges. With our industry leadership across Asia Pacific markets spanning Greater China to Australia, CLP is excited by the opportunity to partner with the best startups to create transformative new energy technologies and applications for individuals, businesses, cities and governments.

Origin sees the enormous potential of combining the best ideas with those companies capable of delivering them at significant scale. By leveraging all the expertise of the many partners involved we are confident extraordinary outcomes will be reached.

It's a perfect match - smart startup ideas meet a transforming corporate that is re-inventing itself and has established lean and agile structures that speak “startup” and “corporate” language alike. We can help startups scale fast; startups can help us with the best possible products. We go outside to innovate from within.