Startup from Rio uses artificial intelligence to combat power theft
Startup from Rio uses artificial intelligence to combat power theft
Publish Date: 2026-06-25 10:27:00
Source Domain: www.bnamericas.com
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Introduction of EnergyWatch: Fu2re developed EnergyWatch, a solution designed to detect fraud in energy consumption, particularly illegal electricity connections.
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Impact of Illegal Connections: Illegal electricity consumption led to the diversion of 22.5 billion kWh in Brazil in 2024 and caused a loss of 10 billion reais in 2025, equivalent to a 3% increase in the consumer’s electricity bill.
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Technology Capabilities: EnergyWatch analyzes large volumes of consumption data, customer history, network variables, and images to generate predictive models that can identify suspicious consumers and prioritize inspection targets.
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Effectiveness of the Solution: In the Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area, EnergyWatch achieved a 28% hit rate and increased the average total ordered information (TOI) by 120% in areas it managed with 4,289 kWh of energy.
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Congress Presentation: Fu2re showcased EnergyWatch at the Electricity Distribution Innovation Congress (CIDE) on June 11 and it was highlighted as a case study for its smart metering capabilities.
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Operational Efficiency: EnergyWatch directs field teams to inspect locations with a higher probability of fraud, which increases operational efficiency and recovers more energy.
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Fu2re’s Credentials: With significant investments and accolades including first place at the MIT Energy Summit, Fu2re is recognized as a leader in innovation and technology in the energy sector and beyond.
