Founded in 2023, RumiTech specializes in renewable energy innovation, transforming traditional lighting poles into smart, off-grid energy hubs. By harnessing solar and wind power, the company reduces reliance on traditional energy infrastructure and cuts carbon emissions.
EIT and Investor Support
RumiTech’s journey gained momentum with participation in the EIT Jumpstarter program, which was supported by Turkish RIS Hub representatives. The company won second place in the EIT InnoEnergy category at the 2023 Grand Final and became the most-awarded startup at ITU Big Bang 2023.
- Secured €55,000 in prizes at ITU Big Bang 2023.
- Raised €230,000 in Pre-Seed funding from Sabancı Holding.
- Closed a €400,000 Seed Investment Round, totalling €630,000 in funding.
The Impact
- Reduced grid connection costs (averaging €10K per pole) and carbon emissions.
- Enabled 2.5 billion IoT-enabled lighting poles worldwide to generate and store renewable energy.
- Received substantial orders within one year of the EIT Jumpstarter win.
Technologies Highlights
- Smart, off-grid energy hubs powered by solar and wind energy.
- IoT-enabled lighting poles with energy storage capabilities.
- Distributed energy systems for sustainable infrastructure.