Withthegrid - Company

About Withthegrid

Withthegrid is a Dutch company that connects and empowers infrastructure assets, grid operators, energy producers and users through monitoring and flexibility solutions.

Picture of two workers pointing at the electricity grid, background sunset

Our mission:
A renewable energy system for all.

At Withthegrid, our journey began with hands-on involvement in the management and maintenance of energy infrastructure. Through this experience, we recognized the importance of improving energy infrastructure efficiency and asset flexibility to achieve a more sustainable and widespread renewable energy system.

Since, our mission is simple: to create reliable and secure technology that empowers users to monitor and control their infrastructure or energy assets in real-time.

Picture of Withthegrid's CEO and founder: Paul

A word from our CEO

“Our vision at Withthegrid is simple yet ambitious: we want to make energy systems more efficient. Our goal is to, through secure technology, empower companies to better manage and use their energy assets and the grid itself. For that, we’re offering tools that not only help them save money but also contribute to the overall sustainability of the energy ecosystem. Together, we’re building a future where energy is cleaner, smarter, and more reliable.”

– Paul Mignot, co-founder and CEO of Withthegrid

Withthegrid at a glance

It’s in 2017, after winning the first prize of the Intel Hackathon in Amsterdam, that Paul, Rob, Steven, and Jeroen founded Withthegrid.
Since, the company grew to 22 people and now offers two products: an Asset Monitoring Platform, helping grid operators to monitor critical infrastructure, and the Teleport Gateway, a smart solution used by asset owners to unlock the flexibility of their solar panels, wind turbines, batteries and more.

5
Is is the number of countries Withthegrid has deployed at least one of its solutions.

50
Is the number of devices types supported by the Asset Monitoring Platform.

300
Is the number of asset types supported by the Teleport Gateway.

The values that shape everything we do

Discover the core values that define our journey at Withthegrid

Self-efficacy

We believe in our collective ability to overcome challenges, fostering a culture of continuous learning and team work.

Excellence

Pursuing excellence drives us to continuous growth and innovation, ensuring that our solutions consistently exceed expectations and drive positive change.

Service

We provide unparalleled service, ensuring our customers shape a sustainable energy future with confidence.

Safety by design

We prioritize safety above all else. Our products are built with the highest standards of cybersecurity in mind to provide a safe and reliable experience for our customers.

Adaptability

We thrive in change, embracing adaptability and agility. We evolve and adjust to market dynamics and technological advancements, keeping our eye on the ball in the accelerating energy transition.

Astonishment

Through the lens of astonishment, we find inspiration in the world’s wonders, fostering creativity and driving us to identify opportunities for enhancement and progress.

Our leadership team

Meet the leadership team driving our mission to deliver Europe’s digital backbone for an efficient energy grid.

Paul Mignot
Co-founder & CEO

Rob Everhardt
Co-founder & CTO

Willem de Munnick
COO

Advisory board

We are supported by experienced professionals from the energy sector, whose insights help address industry challenges and shape our decisions.

Sophie Dingenen

Lawyer and partner at Bird & Bird

With over 25 years of experience in the energy sector, Sophie has advised asset owners, offtakers, and financial institutions on all aspects of the energy market. She also advises on innovative structures opening up the market, such as Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).

René Raaijmakers

Entrepreneur and board member

Experienced entrepreneur and a board member in large energy and maritime corporations, René recently built and led the sustainable energy company Groendus.

Jeffrey Williams

Sr. Investment Manager at ROM Utrecht

Experienced investment manager, Jeffrey is specialized in early and late-stage venture capital investments in health, digital, and sustainability.

Rajat Khare

Founder of Boundary Holding

Rajat Khare is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Boundary Holding, specializing in early-stage global investments, particularly in AI, IoT, and deep tech.

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