Emerald AI
Software that slows down AI computing when the grid is stressed, so data centres can connect sooner.
- Revenue
- $150M at a $1.05B valuation (Aug 2026). Nvidia, Siemens and GE Vernova invested
- Value
- $1.05B (Aug 2026)
- Growth
- Raised $150M in August 2026. Nvidia, Siemens and GE Vernova invested
- Listed
- Private
Utilities are short of capacity, and a tool that lets data centres pause for a few hours could free up grid space.
The main proof is one three-hour test on 256 chips, and it is unproven that utilities will give faster connections for it.
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Reportedly profitable with 100+ developer customers
Open profileAutomates the engineering studies that utilities need before they approve a new connection.
Bought by Enverus (Mar 2025), which Blackstone is buying
Open profileSources: cooley.com
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