We are future energy optimisers

Powerverse is a smart energy management company committed to creating a more affordable, connected electric future.



Founded by Lightsourcebp, we bring you best-in-class technology. Our data-driven smart energy assistant, Raya, connects your home and optimises your energy use, storage, and trading. Helping you save big on costs and carbon, in one easy-to-use app. We rigorously test every device before adding it to our ecosystem, ensuring you get the best, future-proofed products you can trust.



Welcome to the Powerverse, your future energy optimisers!
“ Now, at a time when the energy transition enters homes across the UK, energy anxiety - the fear of complex unfamiliar technology and overwhelming choice - is the number one barrier to a clean electric future. Powerverse, just like Lightsourcebp in 2010, is poised to meet the challenge head-on and scale to become the UK's leading energy management service.”
- Nick Boyle, Board Director

Nick Boyle
Board Director

Is the driving force behind Lightsource Renewable Energy, which he founded in 2010. Under his leadership, the company has grown from a six-person start-up to a global solar energy leader with over 1,000 team members. In 2017, he led a partnership with energy giant bp, forming the joint venture Lightsourcebp. Since then, he is continued to steer the company rapid growth. This has included securing $1.8 billion in investment and developing a robust international project pipeline. Lightsourcebp ambitious goal is to develop 25GW of solar energy by 2025. Previously, Nick held senior roles in top retail financial services. He is recognised across the industry for his skill in pairing financial products with low-risk investments.

Ian McCaig
Chairman

Is an experienced leader in the world of energy and fintech. He is Chair of Lumon Pay, Senior Independent Director at M-Kopa Ltd, SID at the Data Communications Company, and Board Member at Wesleyan Assurance. He was recently CEO of First Utility, the UK largest independent energy provider, acquired by Shell in 2017. Before that, he led lastminute.com as CEO. Ian started his career in IT at ICL. He later moved into telecommunications, spending several years at Nokia.

Kareen Boutonnat
Board Director

Kareen is a global energy leader passionate about advancing renewables. Formerly CEO for EMEA & APAC at Lightsource BP, she led the company’s expansion across Europe and Asia. Having worked in the Solar industry since 2008, she brings deep expertise in the full lifecycle of solar projects and has previously held roles in high-growth tech start-ups. A strong advocate for inclusive and diverse workplaces, Kareen actively mentors women in the energy sector.

Richard Britton
CEO

Is a tech pioneer and CEO of Powerverse. As co-founder, he grew his previous company, CloudSense, from a tiny startup into a $50 million global SaaS powerhouse. Richard is a TechStars mentor, and guest lecturer at Kings College London. He has also spent several years developing programmes for ambitious founders. Inspired to team up with Nick Boyle, they created Powerverse from a Lightsourcebp incubator project, focusing on net-zero consumer solutions.

“Around 13 million energy customers would live more sustainably if it was less complicated - helping this group alone could see £13 billion shaved off UK energy bills, and 11 million fewer tonnes of CO2 emitted every year; it's a massive opportunity to use AI as a force for good.”
- Richard Britton, CEO
Meet (some of) the team
“With over 20 years in customer service and a decade in green tech, I’m all about making processes smoother and driving product innovation. My goal is to solve customer issues quickly and ensure their experience is easy and enjoyable”.

Nadine Wild, VP Customer Operations

“I support our installation teams and partners, ensuring jobs are done safely and with high quality for a smooth experience. I love collaborating with our installers and contributing to a company that helps reduce carbon emissions.”

David Slate, Partner Enablement Manager

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