
UrbanChain
Founded Year
2017Stage
Series A | AliveTotal Raised
$7.01MLast Raised
$6.5M | 7 days agoMosaic Score The Mosaic Score is an algorithm that measures the overall financial health and market potential of private companies.
+270 points in the past 30 days
About UrbanChain
UrbanChain operates an energy market just for renewables. Its green energy exchange system allows consumers to place an order for electricity and for generators to meet that order. UrbanChain was formerly known as Vanquist Energy Supply. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Manchester, U.K.
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Latest UrbanChain News
May 29, 2023
Manchester-based UrbanChain, a peer-to-peer (P2P) energy exchange platform, announced on Friday, May 26, that it has raised a £5.25M (approximately €6M) in a Series A round of funding led by Eurazeo through its venture expertise. The UK company says it will use the funds to expand into new international markets, starting in Ireland. UrbanChain CEO, […]
UrbanChain Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was UrbanChain founded?
UrbanChain was founded in 2017.
Where is UrbanChain's headquarters?
UrbanChain's headquarters is located at Pencroft Way, Manchester.
What is UrbanChain's latest funding round?
UrbanChain's latest funding round is Series A.
How much did UrbanChain raise?
UrbanChain raised a total of $7.01M.
Who are the investors of UrbanChain?
Investors of UrbanChain include Eurazeo, Net Zero Innovation Portfolio, Venture Further and Innovate UK.
Who are UrbanChain's competitors?
Competitors of UrbanChain include Ryse Energy and 4 more.
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