Optiml, a platform focused on Net Zero real estate investment and renovation planning, has raised $4 million in a pre-seed extension funding round. The round was led by BitStone Capital and supported by KOMPAS VC.
Expanding AI-Powered ESG Solutions for Real Estate
An ETH Zürich spin-out, Optiml uses AI-driven software to analyze real estate portfolios across key ESG and regulatory data points. This technology provides ratings that assist developers and asset managers in making informed financial and sustainability decisions.
The fresh funding will be allocated to further develop Optiml’s technology and expand its team to meet growing demand in the DACH region and the UK. The platform’s AI-based algorithms, which were researched and validated over five years, offer insights for ESG due diligence, optimal decarbonization strategies, and Net Zero renovation plans.
Strong Market Traction and Industry Support
Optiml has already completed over 30 pilot projects with industry leaders such as AXA, Credit Suisse, and Grosvenor. The company is now onboarding large asset managers and consultancies, many of whom are already utilizing the solution.
Evan Petkov, CEO and Co-founder of Optiml, stated, “We are using this funding to expand our product’s features, enrich data availability, build APIs, automate data onboarding, and enhance the customer experience across different geographies.”
Andreas Winter-Extra, Partner at KOMPAS VC, highlighted the importance of Optiml’s solutions, especially as regulatory frameworks become more stringent: “Optiml is poised to become a leader in this critical market, and we look forward to supporting the talented team in the years to come.”
Manfred Heid, Managing Partner at BitStone Capital, emphasized the potential of Optiml’s software: “We see a great opportunity with Optiml’s technology to bring the real estate industry towards a more sustainable future.”
