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IONATE develops smart transformer technology. Its Hybrid Intelligent Transformer (HIT) replaces traditional transformers, integrating real-time control of voltages and power distribution across grids, benefiting power generation facilities, industrial sites, data centers, and grid operators.

Beacon Power Services, established in 2013 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in designing and implementing energy management solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. The company's core offering is its AI-enabled grid management platform, Adora, which provides real-time visibility into network performance for electric utilities, enabling them to anticipate outages, identify network losses, and distribute electricity more efficiently. Additionally, Adora empowers consumers with control over their energy infrastructure, facilitating invoicing, installations, and logistics. Beacon Power Services aims to enhance the quality and duration of electricity supplied in African cities by building smart grids and leveraging data to reduce inefficiencies in power distribution systems.

Essen is a technological company that specializes in mobility and data analysis, as well as using data to improve transportation.

Hayden AI develops artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies for automated enforcement in dedicated bus lanes and stops. Their platform aims to enhance public transit efficiency, improve street safety, and promote sustainable urban mobility.

Hayden AI develops artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies for automated enforcement in dedicated bus lanes and stops. Their platform aims to enhance public transit efficiency, improve street safety, and promote sustainable urban mobility.

Yanekara is a technology company that specializes in smart grid solutions and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The company has developed the V2X platform, which allows electric vehicles to function as virtual storage batteries, effectively utilizing them as a power storage system. This system is designed to optimize the energy generated from renewable sources, such as solar panels, by matching it with the charging needs of electric vehicles. Yanekara's offerings aim to facilitate energy management and promote carbon neutrality, enabling users to harness renewable energy more efficiently.

Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Girasol Energy develops an IoT platform for photovoltaic plants. It installs sensor networks, collects data at the panel level via its cloud engine, and uses AI to automatically detect anomalies. The company's exclusive technology leverages satellite-based solar radiation statistics, enabling it to offer services at a significantly lower price compared to competitors.

WhereIsMyTransport Ltd is an urban transportation technology company based in London, United Kingdom, with a presence in Cape Town, South Africa. The company specializes in providing comprehensive public transport data for emerging-market megacities, focusing on regions in Africa, Latin America, Southeast Europe, and South and Southeast Asia. By digitalizing network information from various modes of public transport, WhereIsMyTransport ensures data accuracy amidst the dynamic changes of these systems. Their platform offers a data collection framework for mapping both formal and informal transport networks, equipping businesses, municipalities, and citizens with essential information to enhance infrastructure and navigate urban environments effectively. Through its innovative products and data services, WhereIsMyTransport aims to improve the public transport experience for users and support industry stakeholders in their operational needs.

Qlue is a technology company that provides smart city and enterprise software solutions to improve public services and customer engagement. The company operates a cloud-based platform that supports government and private sector decision-making through data-driven insights, computer vision, and workforce management, including components such as QlueDashboard and QlueSense. Its public service applications enable citizens to file complaints, monitor follow-ups, and review reports, enhancing communication between governments and residents. Originating as a tech startup, Qlue expanded into a comprehensive smart city provider with deployments in Indonesia and other markets. In 2017, it was acquired by ServiceNow, integrating its digital solutions into a broader platform for automating service delivery.

Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Girasol Energy develops an IoT platform for photovoltaic plants. It installs sensor networks, collects data at the panel level via its cloud engine, and uses AI to automatically detect anomalies. The company's exclusive technology leverages satellite-based solar radiation statistics, enabling it to offer services at a significantly lower price compared to competitors.

Lime operates a smart mobility fleet comprising electric scooters and pedal bikes, aiming to provide sustainable first- and last-mile transportation solutions. The company partners with cities worldwide to offer affordable, convenient, and eco-friendly travel alternatives.