How are utilities using data? (with Kiran Bhatraju @ Arcadia)

This is CC Pod - the Climate Capital Podcast. You are receiving this because you have subscribed to our Substack. If you’d like to manage your Climate Capital Substack subscription, click here. Disclaimer: For full disclosure, Arcadia is a portfolio company at Climate Capital, where Vijay works as a Syndicate Investor and Advisor.CC Pod is not investment advice and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. You should do your own research and make your own independent decisions when considering any investment decision.Don’t miss an episode from Climate Capital!In the latest CC Pod episode, Vijay interviews Kiran Bhatraju, founder and CEO of Arcadia. Listen and learn more about the fascinating world of utility data. Kiran's career began on Capitol Hill, where he worked on energy and national security issues. This early exposure to the complexities of energy markets and new energy technologies was foundational in shaping his future trajectory. He realized the urgent need for a shift away from fossil fuels and saw it as the most significant economic transition period in our lifetimes.Arcadia was born out of the challenges Kiran encountered in his previous venture. The availability and accessibility of utility data proved to be a significant pain point. Recognizing the need for a solution, Arcadia was founded with the aim of making utility data more accessible and usable.Arcadia's platform unlocks the value within utility accounts, making information like energy usage, tariffs, and price signals readily available. This data-driven approach not only streamlines processes but also offers numerous benefits to different players in the energy ecosystem. For instance, Kiran shared how Arcadia's data helped a solar developer determine a customer's reliability based on their bill payment history.Kiran envisions a future where Arcadia's success will not only catalyze the energy transition but also revolutionize the way utilities operate. He believes that the availability of utility data can unlock the full potential of DERs and ultimately lead to utilities focusing solely on distribution, leaving the generation game.Visit arcadia.com to learn more! Get full access to Climate Capital at climatecap.substack.com/subscribe