AES Announces Merger of Simple Energy into Uplight, the Premier Provider of Cloud-Based Energy Experience Solutions
Summary
AES will serve as an investor and innovation partner, bringing a deep understanding of the electricity sector, including renewables and energy storage, and a commitment to accelerating transformation together with our customers. “Together with Uplight, we are dedicated to applying leading energy technologies that give our customers a competitive edge.” Uplight combines Tendril’s expertise in behavioral energy efficiency and demand side management programs with Simple Energy’s experience in consumer engagement marketplaces to create a comprehensive digital ecosystem designed specifically for utilities. This approach enables utilities to provide unique customer experiences, improve satisfaction, increase revenue, reduce the cost to serve, and accomplish their carbon reduction goals. We provide affordable, sustainable energy to 14 countries through our diverse portfolio of distribution businesses as well as thermal and renewable generation facilities. Rubicon Technology Partners invests in enterprise software companies with proven products and talented management teams to help grow and scale their businesses.