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Open Access Energy raised R32 million in a seed funding round, led by E3 Capital, Equator VC, and Factor E, to accelerate the energy transition in South Africa.

PRIVATEJun 17, 2025

Amount Raised

R32 Million

Round Type

Seed

Cape TownEnergySoftwareArtificial IntelligenceRenewable EnergyEnergy ManagementPower Grid

Investors

E3 CapitalEquator VCFactor E

Description

Cape Town-based Open Access Energy has secured R32 million (US$1.8 million) in a seed funding round. The funds will be used to enhance product development and customer growth. The company's flagship product, EnergyPro, facilitates the delivery of electricity from decentralized renewable sources. As demand for flexible energy infrastructure rises, this funding will support independent power producers and energy traders.

Quick answer

Open Access Energy raised R32 Million in a Seed round, dated June 17, 2025. Investors: E3 Capital, Equator VC and Factor E. Open Access Energy is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

How much did Open Access Energy raise?
Open Access Energy raised R32 Million in a Seed round on June 17, 2025.
Who invested in Open Access Energy?
E3 Capital, Equator VC and Factor E are named as investors in this round.
What does Open Access Energy do?
Open Access Energy (OAE) is a Cape Town-based start-up focused on using AI to enable digital infrastructure for electricity trading.
Where is Open Access Energy based and how big is it?
Open Access Energy is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. Fundz records about 16 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Open Access Energy?
Fundz holds 1 contact at Open Access Energy. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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  • inGeniti raised an undisclosed amount (Grant) on July 22, 2025.
  • Q.ANT raised $72M (Series A) on July 17, 2025.
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Company Information

Company

Open Access Energy

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

About

Open Access Energy (OAE) is a Cape Town-based start-up focused on using AI to enable digital infrastructure for electricity trading. Its flagship product, EnergyPro, is a cloud-based software platform that automates backend processes such as metering and risk management. OAE aims to facilitate the efficient match of energy generation with consumer demand in the liberalised energy market. The company seeks to scale its tools for independent power producers and energy traders in South Africa.

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